Match report

Bayer Leverkusen Outlast 1899 Hoffenheim 4–2 in Bundesliga Clash

1899 Hoffenheim
1899 Hoffenheim
2–4
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Bayer Leverkusen
Bayer Leverkusen
May 7, 2022

In a dramatic Bundesliga showdown, Bayer Leverkusen outlasted 1899 Hoffenheim 4-2 to secure a crucial three points. Leverkusen's strong second-half performance, bolstered by key goals from Patrik Schick and Florian Wirtz, turned the tide against Hoffenheim's early lead.

Key Facts

  • • 1899 Hoffenheim took the lead with goals from Gregor Rutter (22') and Christopher Baumgartner (36')
  • • Bayer Leverkusen responded with Patrik Schick (34') and Florian Wirtz (73')
  • • Patrik Schick scored twice for Leverkusen, in the 34th and 76th minutes
  • • Leverkusen sealed the victory with late goals from Lucas Alario (90+1')
  • • 1899 Hoffenheim's Marmadou Dabbur received a yellow card in the 66th minute

Lineups

1899 Hoffenheim

Formation: 4-3-3

Starting XI

  • 1 O. Baumann (G)
  • 22 K. Vogt (D)
  • 3 P. Kadeřábek (D)
  • 38 S. Posch (D)
  • 17 D. Raum (D)
  • 18 D. Samassékou (M)
  • 14 C. Baumgartner (M)
  • 13 A. Stiller (M)
  • 27 A. Kramarić (F)
  • 10 M. Dabbur (F)
  • 33 G. Rutter (F)

Substitutes

  • 9 I. Bebou
  • 16 S. Rudy
  • 29 R. Skov
  • 7 J. Bruun Larsen
  • 15 K. Nuhu
  • 25 K. Akpoguma
  • 37 L. Philipp
  • 24 J. Che

Bayer Leverkusen

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 1 L. Hrádecký (G)
  • 4 J. Tah (D)
  • 12 E. Tapsoba (D)
  • 6 O. Kossounou (D)
  • 33 P. Hincapié (D)
  • 20 C. Aránguiz (M)
  • 8 R. Andrich (M)
  • 9 S. Azmoun (M)
  • 14 P. Schick (F)
  • 19 M. Diaby (M)
  • 7 Paulinho (M)

Substitutes

  • 5 M. Bakker
  • 13 L. Alario
  • 25 E. Palacios
  • 15 J. Baumgartlinger
  • 22 D. Sinkgraven
  • 40 A. Lunev
  • 30 J. Frimpong
  • 21 L. Grill

Timeline

  1. 1899 Hoffenheim
    22' 1899 Hoffenheim Goal · Normal Goal
    G. Rutter · Assist: C. Baumgartner
  2. Bayer Leverkusen
    34' Bayer Leverkusen Goal · Normal Goal
    P. Schick · Assist: M. Diaby
  3. 1899 Hoffenheim
    36' 1899 Hoffenheim Goal · Normal Goal
    C. Baumgartner · Assist: Pavel Kadeřábek
  4. Bayer Leverkusen
    46' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 1
    Off: P. Hincapie · On: M. Bakker
  5. 1899 Hoffenheim
    55' 1899 Hoffenheim subst · Substitution 1
    Off: G. Rutter · On: I. Bebou
  6. Bayer Leverkusen
    64' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 2
    Off: S. Azmoun · On: L. Alario
  7. Bayer Leverkusen
    64' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Robert Andrich · On: E. Palacios
  8. 1899 Hoffenheim
    66' 1899 Hoffenheim Card · Yellow Card
    M. Dabbur

    Foul

  9. 1899 Hoffenheim
    70' 1899 Hoffenheim subst · Substitution 2
    Off: C. Baumgartner · On: S. Rudy
  10. 1899 Hoffenheim
    70' 1899 Hoffenheim subst · Substitution 3
    Off: M. Dabbur · On: R. Skov
  11. Bayer Leverkusen
    73' Bayer Leverkusen Goal · Normal Goal
    M. Diaby · Assist: P. Schick
  12. Bayer Leverkusen
    76' Bayer Leverkusen Goal · Normal Goal
    P. Schick
  13. 1899 Hoffenheim
    78' 1899 Hoffenheim subst · Substitution 4
    Off: Diadie Samassekou · On: J. Bruun Larsen
  14. Bayer Leverkusen
    84' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 4
    Off: Paulinho · On: J. Baumgartlinger
  15. Bayer Leverkusen
    84' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 5
    Off: P. Schick · On: D. Sinkgraven
  16. Bayer Leverkusen
    90'+1 Bayer Leverkusen Goal · Normal Goal
    L. Alario · Assist: E. Palacios

Match Stats

Stat 1899 Hoffenheim Bayer Leverkusen
Fouls 14 9
Pass Accuracy 77% 82%
Offsides 3 2
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 12 16
Corners 6 7
Total Passes 402 461
Yellow Cards 1 0
Blocked Shots 2 1
Shots on Target 5 8
Shots off Target 5 7
Possession 46% 54%
Accurate Passes 308 378
Shots Inside Box 7 14
Saves 4 3
Shots Outside Box 5 2

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Patrik Schick's goal in the 34th minute marked the turning point, providing Bayer Leverkusen with the momentum they needed to overturn the deficit.
  • ▸ Leverkusen's three consecutive goals in the second half (73', 76', and 90+1') showcased their relentless pursuit and eventually secured the victory over Hoffenheim.