Bayer Leverkusen vs Newcastle United | Champions League Preview & Betting Tips | 10 Dec 2025

Leverkusen are looking to climb the table after a tricky start in Europe, while Newcastle need points to stay in the knockout hunt. First meeting in over 20 years adds extra edge. The BayArena will be lively under the lights, with strong home support and a good away following from the Toon Army.

Leverkusen play high-tempo attacking football, pressing and transitioning quickly. Newcastle set up solid and look to hit on the break – home side likely to dominate possession.

Leverkusen fire off around 14 shots per game with decent on-target numbers. Newcastle lower on volume at 12 shots but create good chances, both keeping possession well.

Leverkusen mixed lately with recent losses, but strong wins earlier.

Newcastle patchy with wins and draws, recent home win boosting confidence.

Leverkusen at home: capable of big performances but recent slips.

Newcastle away: solid in league but yet to shine in Europe.

Newcastle won both previous meetings in the 2002/03 Champions League second group stage: 3-1 at St James’ Park and 3-1 in Leverkusen.

Leverkusen’s attacking quality and home advantage should overpower Newcastle’s solid defence. Hosts to take the win.

Prediction: Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 Newcastle United

Main pick: Leverkusen win – better form and home record.

Value angle: Under 2.5 goals – tight defences.

Double chance: Leverkusen or draw – safe.

Over/under 2.5 goals: Under – low scoring expected.

Half-time/full-time: Draw/Leverkusen – visitors resilient early.

Over/under 9.5 corners: Over – high shots.

Yellow cards prediction: Around 4 – leaning under 4.5 cards.

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