Match report
Bayer Leverkusen Defeats Rangers 1-0 in UEFA Europa League
Bayer Leverkusen
1–0
FT
Rangers
Aug 6, 2020
Bayer Leverkusen narrowly defeated Rangers in the UEFA Europa League with a 1-0 win, thanks to a goal from Moussa Diaby. Leverkusen's defense held firm despite several yellow cards and substitutions that disrupted the flow of the game. The victory secures a strong start for Leverkusen in the competition, while Rangers will look to regroup for their next match.
Key Facts
- • Moussa Diaby scored the only goal of the game at the 51st minute, assisted by Charles Aránguiz.
- • Bayer Leverkusen received three yellow cards: Charles Aránguiz (14'), Dodi Lukas Sinkgraven (45'), and Jonathan Tah (90').
- • Rangers also received two yellow cards: Barrie McKay (53') and Ibrahima Hagi (67').
- • Multiple substitutions were made by both teams, with Leverkusen making five and Rangers four.
Lineups
Bayer Leverkusen
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Lukáš Hrádecký (G)
- 8 Lars Bender (D)
- 5 Sven Bender (D)
- 12 Edmond Tapsoba (D)
- 22 Daley Sinkgraven (D)
- 20 Charles Aránguiz (M)
- 25 Exequiel Palacios (M)
- 29 Kai Havertz (M)
- 27 Florian Wirtz (M)
- 19 Moussa Diaby (M)
- 31 Kevin Volland (F)
Substitutes
- 36 Niklas Lomb
- 28 Ramazan Özcan
- 6 Aleksandar Dragović
- 18 Wendell
- 4 Jonathan Tah
- 30 Adrian Stanilewicz
- 15 Julian Baumgartlinger
- 13 Lucas Alario
- 9 Leon Bailey
Rangers
Formation: 4-3-2-1
Starting XI
- 1 Allan McGregor (G)
- 2 James Tavernier (D)
- 6 Connor Goldson (D)
- 5 Filip Helander (D)
- 31 Borna Barišić (D)
- 8 Ryan Jack (M)
- 10 Steven Davis (M)
- 17 Joe Aribo (M)
- 21 Brandon Barker (M)
- 14 Ryan Kent (M)
- 20 Alfredo Morelos (F)
Substitutes
- 12 Andrew Firth
- 28 Ross McCrorie
- 63 Nathan Patterson
- 51 Lewis Mayo
- 4 George Edmundson
- 33 Jamie Barjonas
- 7 Ianis Hagi
- 37 Scott Arfield
- 24 Greg Stewart
- 22 Jordan Jones
Timeline
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14' Bayer Leverkusen Card · Yellow CardC. Aránguiz
Tripping
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45'+2 Bayer Leverkusen Card · Yellow CardD. Sinkgraven
Tripping
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51' Bayer Leverkusen Goal · Normal GoalM. Diaby · Assist: C. Aránguiz
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53' Rangers Card · Yellow CardB. Barker
Roughing
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60' Rangers subst · Substitution 1Off: I. Hagi · On: B. Barker
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66' Rangers subst · Substitution 2Off: Jordan Jones · On: R. Kent
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66' Rangers subst · Substitution 3Off: S. Arfield · On: Steven Davis
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67' Rangers Card · Yellow CardI. Hagi
Tripping
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68' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 1Off: Aleksandar Dragović · On: Lars Bender
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68' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Bailey · On: M. Diaby
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68' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Baumgartlinger · On: F. Wirtz
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77' Rangers subst · Substitution 4Off: N. Patterson · On: J. Tavernier
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77' Rangers subst · Substitution 5Off: G. Stewart · On: A. Morelos
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87' Bayer Leverkusen subst · Substitution 5Off: A. Stanilewicz · On: E. Palacios
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90' Bayer Leverkusen Card · Yellow CardJonathan Tah
Holding
Match Stats
| Stat | Bayer Leverkusen | Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 12 |
| Pass Accuracy | 88% | 79% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 15 | 4 |
| Corners | 7 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 708 | 382 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 2 |
| Shots off Target | 9 | 0 |
| Possession | 64% | 36% |
| Accurate Passes | 626 | 303 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 3 |
| Saves | 1 | 1 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 1 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Moussa Diaby's goal in the 51st minute shifted the momentum in favor of Bayer Leverkusen, giving them the lead they needed to secure the victory.
- ▸ The flurry of yellow cards and substitutions towards the end of the match disrupted Rangers' rhythm, allowing Leverkusen to maintain their defensive structure and hold on to their lead.