Bayer Leverkusen take on the visitors Monaco in the first leg of UEFA Europa League 1/16-final round. The match will be played on Thursday, February 16th at BayArena (Leverkusen).
Bayer Leverkusen improved their football after the change of head coach. Xabi Alonso made his debut in the Bundesliga in the best way. In fall the Spaniard was able to at least get ahead of fellow countrymen, Atlético, in the dispute for 3rd place in the quartet of Champions League - this secured the right to play now in the Europa League. Under his leadership, "pharmacists" played seven matches in all tournaments in 2023, winning five of them and suffering two defeats. It is impossible not to note the powerful football of Bayer in attack. Xabi Alonso builds a bright attacking game in his club. It is not surprising that in six of the last ten battles, the "pharmacists" and their opponents had combined over 2.5 goals.
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Monaco players are heading to Germany in great spirits, because last weekend the Monegasques dealt with PSG itself, beating the current French champion with a score of 3: 1 at the Stade Louis II. And in general, Monaco are now in great shape. After being eliminated from the Coupe de France, Philippe Clément's men have won four and drawn twice in the last six games of Ligue 1. At the same time, in 8 of the last 10 battles, the Monegasques have played matches with a number of scored goals.
Despite the fact that the rivals have not met each other for more than six years, these teams are well acquainted with each other. Previously, their paths have often crossed in European competition. In total, the clubs played six matches, in which Monaco won three times, two draws and one victory for Bayer were recorded. The home field factor makes Bayer the favorite of the first meeting. The victory of Leverkusen is quoted at 1.85 with 4.00 for the success of the Monegasques. Of course, Bayer and Monaco will not dig trenches at their own boxes. Both clubs are in great shape and should give the fans a great show at the Bay Arena.
Prediction for the match: Over 2.5 scored goals.
