Sparks will fly as Bayer Leverkusen and AC Milan go head-to-head in the second round of the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, 1 October. View our free Bayer Leverkusen vs AC Milan predictions below.
Contents
Bayer Leverkusen vs AC Milan predictions: Goals expected to flow
Key stats
- At least three goals were scored in each of AC Milan's last nine matches, and in four of Bayer Leverkusen's last five games.
- Ten of Leverkusen's last 12 matches featured goals at both ends.
- Bayer Leverkusen are currently on a four-match unbeaten run (W3, D1).
- Florian Wirtz scored four times in his last four appearances for Leverkusen.
Correct score prediction: Bayer Leverkusen 3-2 AC Milan
AC Milan were completely outplayed in their Champions League opener against Liverpool. While Milan have a 3-2-2 win-draw-loss record in competitive games this season, they are up against a Leverkusen side that won six of their last four matches. All things considered, Leverkusen should be able to secure all the points at home.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Leverkusen are clear favourites
- HOME:13/20 (1.65) – 60.6%
- DRAW:16/5 (4.20) – 23.8%
- AWAY:7/2 (4.50) – 22.2%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Bayer Leverkusen cruised to a comfortable 4-0 victory over Feyenoord in their opening game, while AC Milan suffered a 3-1 defeat at home against Liverpool. As it stands, Leverkusen are the expected winners at 13/20 (1.65). Teams with these odds have a 60.6% probability of winning.
Don’t forget to check out more of our best betting tips and predictions after you’ve dissected our Bayer Leverkusen vs AC Milan predictions.
We have also established that both teams were on the scoresheet in 10 of Bayer Leverkusen's last 12 matches. Considering seven of AC Milan's last nine games also featured goals at both ends, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 8/15 (1.53). That one has a 65.2% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: First encounter between the teams
Bayer Leverkusen and AC Milan will square off against each other for the first time on Tuesday night. However, it is worth mentioning that Milan have faced German opposition on 43 occasions, with 19 wins, 12 draws and 12 losses.
On the other hand, Bayer Leverkusen have a 9-7-16 win-draw-loss record in 32 clashes with Italian teams.
Bayer Leverkusen preview: Looking to extend their unbeaten run
A late injury to Alejandro Grimaldo in the draw against rivals Bayern Munich on Saturday will likely see the Spanish left-back miss this contest. Aside from this, Die Werkself have no injury concerns.
Predicted lineup: Hradecky (GK), Hincapie, Tah, Tapsoba, Frimpong, Xhaka, Andrich, Belocian, Wirtz, Terrier & Boniface.
UEFA Champions League 01/10/24
W
AC Milan
0
Bayer Leverkusen
1
Germany Bundesliga I 28/09/24
D
Bayern Munich
1
Bayer Leverkusen
1
Germany Bundesliga I 22/09/24
W
Wolfsburg
3
Bayer Leverkusen
4
UEFA Champions League 19/09/24
W
Feyenoord
0
Bayer Leverkusen
4
Germany Bundesliga I 14/09/24
W
TSG Hoffenheim
1
Bayer Leverkusen
4
AC Milan preview: Sights set on their third consecutive victory
Retired Spanish international Alvaro Morata will miss this encounter after picking up a new injury over the weekend. Also ruled out of this contest due to injuries are Alessandro Florenzi, Marco Sportiello, Ismael Bennacer, and Davide Calabria.
Predicted lineup: Maignan (GK), Royal, Gabbia, Tomori, Hernandez, Pulisic, Fofana, Leao, Reijnders, Loftus-Cheek & Abraham.
UEFA Champions League 01/10/24
L
Bayer Leverkusen
1
AC Milan
0
Italy Serie A 27/09/24
W
Lecce
0
AC Milan
3
Italy Serie A 22/09/24
W
Inter Milan
1
AC Milan
2
UEFA Champions League 17/09/24
L
Liverpool
3
AC Milan
1
Italy Serie A 14/09/24
W
Venezia
0
AC Milan
4
Player to watch: Florian Wirtz
Florian Wirtz put in a man-of-the-match performance in Leverkusen's Champions League opener, scoring twice in their 4-0 victory. The 21-year-old has been nothing short of impressive, with nine direct goal involvements in his last nine appearances for club and country. Wirtz will fancy his chances as AC Milan come visiting.
