Bayern Munich eyeing DFB Pokal win against Bayer Leverkusen

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Bayer Leverkusen players celebrating against Mainz. (Photo by Friedemann Vogel/Pool via Getty Images) /

Opposition Focus

Bayer Leverkusen caused all kinds of problems for Die Roten when they visited Allianz Arena in November. They were able to soak up the pressure and then hit Flick’s men on the counter. Bosz’s team also showed great composure to see out the game. In the reverse fixture, Die Roten got revenge, but Leverkusen still looked threatening on the break.

Kai Havertz missed the league game against Die Roten last weekend, but he will be fit for Saturday’s game. The German international will be the key man for Leverkusen in the final third. Havertz has been in sublime form since the restart, operating efficiently in the false nine role.

Along with Havertz, Leverkusen have many talented players in the attack. Moussa Diaby has enjoyed a successful debut campaign with Leverkusen. The French winger stretches the defense with his pace and trickery. He also has a killer cross in his armory. Die Roten needs to start the game on the front foot and get an early goal. Leverkusen will stretch their defense and look to hit on the counter.

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Score Prediction

Bayer Leverkusen 1-2 Bayern Munich

The cup finals can always spring a surprise. Die Roten won last year’s final comfortably, but Leverkusen will pose a much bigger threat than RB Leipzig on Saturday. The two sides have played out two tights games in the league this season, so expect Saturday’s game to be a close affair with Bayern edging the game by a narrow margin.