Match report
Bayer Leverkusen Outlast 1899 Hoffenheim 4–2 in Bundesliga Clash
1899 Hoffenheim
2–4
FT
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
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22' 1899 Hoffenheim Goal · Normal GoalG. Rutter · Assist: C. Baumgartner -
34' Bayer Leverkusen Goal · Normal GoalP. Schick · Assist: M. Diaby -
36' 1899 Hoffenheim Goal · Normal GoalC. Baumgartner · Assist: Pavel Kadeřábek -
46' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 1Off: P. Hincapie · On: M. Bakker -
55' 1899 Hoffenheim subst · Substitution 1Off: G. Rutter · On: I. Bebou -
64' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 2Off: S. Azmoun · On: L. Alario -
64' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 3Off: Robert Andrich · On: E. Palacios -
66' 1899 Hoffenheim Card · Yellow CardM. DabburFoul
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70' 1899 Hoffenheim subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Baumgartner · On: S. Rudy -
70' 1899 Hoffenheim subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Dabbur · On: R. Skov -
73' Bayer Leverkusen Goal · Normal GoalM. Diaby · Assist: P. Schick -
76' Bayer Leverkusen Goal · Normal GoalP. Schick -
78' 1899 Hoffenheim subst · Substitution 4Off: Diadie Samassekou · On: J. Bruun Larsen -
84' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 4Off: Paulinho · On: J. Baumgartlinger -
84' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 5Off: P. Schick · On: D. Sinkgraven -
90'+1 Bayer Leverkusen Goal · Normal GoalL. 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.