Bochum’s Back-to-Back Bundesliga Victories and the Tough Challenge Against Bayer Leverkusen

Over the past two matchdays, Bochum has achieved a remarkable feat by securing back-to-back victories in the Bundesliga, something they haven’t accomplished since March 2023. These consecutive wins have significantly eased their relegation fears, placing them four points above the relegation play-off spot with only two matches left to play.

With their current position in the league, Bochum understands the importance of grabbing another victory this weekend to secure their top-flight status for another year. However, their upcoming match against newly-crowned champions Bayer Leverkusen on home soil presents a challenging task.

A Tough Challenge Against Bayer Leverkusen

Bayer Leverkusen, also known as the Blues, have been a dominant force in the Bundesliga this season. Interestingly, they have only been defeated by Eintracht Frankfurt (25) and Borussia Mönchengladbach (20) more times than Bochum (17). This statistic provides a glimmer of hope for Bochum as they seek to avenge their 4-0 defeat in the previous head-to-head encounter.

However, overcoming Bayer Leverkusen will not be an easy task. Xabi Alonso’s team has been making history week after week, extending their unbeaten record to an impressive 49 matches across all competitions. This achievement not only breaks Benfica’s European football record but also secures their place in the UEFA Europa League final, with the possibility of a treble within reach.

Prior to the Europa League final, Alonso and his side are determined to conclude their Bundesliga campaign undefeated. Their recent 5-1 victory over Frankfurt away from home solidified their position as the first team in Bundesliga history to remain unbeaten in their first 32 outings of a season, with 26 wins and 6 draws.

Furthermore, this weekend presents an opportunity for Bayer Leverkusen to become only the third team in the Bundesliga’s illustrious past to achieve an unbeaten away seasonal record, with 13 wins and 3 draws. However, they must first avenge their most recent defeat on Bochum’s home ground, where they suffered a 3-0 loss on the final day of last season.

The Key Battle and an Intriguing Statistic

A key battle to watch in this match will be between Bochum defender Keven Schlotterbeck and Leverkusen’s Patrik Schick. Schlotterbeck recently scored his fifth Bundesliga goal of the season and will be aiming to make an impact at both ends of the pitch. However, he will face the challenge of stopping Schick, who scored a hat-trick in the previous fixture between the two teams.

Finally, an intriguing statistic to note is that none of the last five Bundesliga head-to-head encounters between Bochum and Leverkusen have witnessed both teams scoring. This statistic adds an element of unpredictability to the upcoming match and raises questions about whether both teams will find the back of the net this time.

In conclusion, Bochum’s recent back-to-back victories have provided them with a renewed sense of confidence in their battle against relegation. However, they face a formidable opponent in Bayer Leverkusen, who are on a record-breaking unbeaten streak and aiming for a treble. The upcoming match promises an exciting clash between these two teams, with key battles to watch and an intriguing statistic to keep in mind.