Bayer Leverkusen vs AC Milan Match Prediction - UEFA Champions League

UEFA Champions League - Bayer Leverkusen VS AC Milan
Match Time: 02-10-2024 02:00 Wednesday (GMT+7)
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Bayer Leverkusen started strong in their opening Champions League match, winning 4-0 against Feyenoord, with Florian Wirtz scoring twice and Alex Grimaldo adding another. Overall, Leverkusen has only lost once this season but has struggled defensively, keeping just one clean sheet in their last five games.

In contrast, AC Milan lost their opening match 3-1 to Liverpool despite an early goal from Christian Pulisic. However, they’ve bounced back recently, winning three of their last four matches, including a 3-0 victory over Lecce last weekend.

Bookmakers’ Odds: Leverkusen Favored
Leverkusen is the favorite to win, with odds at 1.70, while AC Milan's odds for a victory are 4.5, and a draw is priced at 4.00.

Head-to-Head: First Meeting
This will be the first encounter between Bayer Leverkusen and AC Milan.

Key Players: Wirtz and Pulisic
Florian Wirtz has been in great form, scoring 6 goals this season, and is priced at 2.05 to score again. Christian Pulisic is Milan’s standout player, having scored in his last four matches, with odds of 5.00 to continue his streak.

Predicted Lineups
Bayer Leverkusen: Hradecky; Tapsoba, Tam, Hincapie, Frimpong; Xhaka, Andrich, Grimaldo; Wirtz, Terrier, Boniface

AC Milan: Maignan; Royal, Gabbia, Tomori, Hernandez; Pulisic, Fofana, Reijnders, Leao; Abraham, Morata

Additional Notes
Both teams have a reputation for scoring, and given their defensive issues, the match is expected to feature goals.

Match Prediction: Both Teams to Score (Yes)