København vs Bayer Leverkusen 18 Sep 2025

Watch the football match Live between a team København vs Bayer Leverkusen After the live, watch the replay of the match and highlights In championship competitions Champions League .
This match is played on date 18 Sep 2025
This match takes place in Parken (København) – In championship competitions Champions League by Season 2025/2026
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⚽ KØBENHAVN VS BAYER LEVERKUSEN – MATCH PREVIEW
Match Summary Table
FEATURE | DETAILS |
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Fixture | FC København vs Bayer Leverkusen |
Competition | UEFA Champions League – Group Stage, 2025/26 |
Date | Thursday, September 18, 2025 |
Kick-off Time | 21:00 local time (19:00 UTC) |
Venue | Parken Stadium, Copenhagen |
Broadcast | UEFA official broadcasters (DAZN, Viaplay, RTL, others) |
Last Meeting | First competitive meeting |
Head-to-Head | København: 0 wins – Leverkusen: 0 wins – Draws: 0 |
🔎 OVERVIEW
The Champions League group stage continues in Copenhagen, where FC København welcome German champions Bayer Leverkusen to the iconic Parken Stadium. It’s a clash of styles: København’s disciplined, physical approach meets the fluid, attacking football of Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen.
For the Danish champions, it’s a chance to prove themselves against one of Europe’s most in-form teams. For Leverkusen, it’s about stamping their authority early in the group and showing that last season’s domestic triumph can translate into continental success.
🔵 FC KØBENHAVN – THE DANISH DEFENDERS
København have earned a reputation for being tough to beat at home, where the atmosphere at Parken can be intimidating for visiting clubs. Known for their organization and fighting spirit, they will look to frustrate Leverkusen while striking on the counterattack.
Strengths:
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Strong defensive structure and compact shape
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Physical presence in midfield and aerial duels
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Fierce home support that lifts the team
Key Players:
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Viktor Claesson – Experienced midfielder and team leader
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Andreas Cornelius – Target man capable of holding up play and scoring key goals
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Kamil Grabara – Goalkeeper with a knack for big saves
Likely Tactics: Expect København to line up in a 4-4-2 or 4-3-3, staying compact, absorbing pressure, and trying to capitalize on set-pieces or counterattacks.
🔴 BAYER LEVERKUSEN – THE GERMAN POWERHOUSE
Leverkusen arrive as Bundesliga champions and one of the most exciting sides in Europe under Xabi Alonso. Their blend of attacking flair, tactical intelligence, and defensive discipline makes them serious contenders this season.
Strengths:
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High-intensity pressing and fast transitions
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Creative and versatile attacking unit
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Strong mix of youth and experience in the squad
Key Players:
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Florian Wirtz – Playmaker and creative heartbeat
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Victor Boniface – Striker with power, pace, and a clinical touch
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Granit Xhaka – Midfield general providing control and leadership
Likely Tactics: Leverkusen are expected to play a 3-4-2-1 system, dominating possession, stretching København with wing-backs, and overwhelming them with quick ball circulation in the final third.
📊 HEAD-TO-HEAD SNAPSHOT
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Total Meetings: 0 (first ever)
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København Wins: 0
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Leverkusen Wins: 0
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Draws: 0
📉 FORM GUIDE (LAST 5 MATCHES)
TEAM | FORM |
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København | 🟨 🟩 🟩 🟩 🟥 |
Leverkusen | 🟩 🟩 🟩 🟩 🟨 |
🎯 MATCH VERDICT
Prediction: København 0–2 Bayer Leverkusen
While København’s home atmosphere and defensive resilience will make them competitive, Leverkusen’s attacking quality and tactical superiority should see them through. Expect a professional, controlled performance from the German champions, with Wirtz and Boniface likely to be decisive.