Paderborn vs Bayer Leverkusen Prediction & Tips
Paderborn has now won six games in a row and, alongside Schalke 04, is currently the strongest team in the second Bundesliga. There will be a special atmosphere in Paderborn for the cup match, as the home crowd is eagerly anticipating a cup sensation. The team is currently playing at a high level and home advantage could give them an extra boost.
Leverkusen has had its ups and downs this season. The team has recovered in the Bundesliga under coach Kasper Hjulmand, but is struggling in the Champions League, as evidenced by its embarrassing 2-7 home defeat to Liverpool FC. However, the cup can always be dangerous, as Leverkusen found out last season when it was knocked out by Bielefeld.
In eight direct encounters so far, Leverkusen has won five times, significantly outperforming the East Westphalians. But Paderborn has also won twice and drawn once. The two teams have met twice in the DFB Cup, with Leverkusen winning both times at home.
BTTS & OVER 2.5 GOALS @ 1.86
