VfL Bochum vs Bayer Leverkusen: Bochum Aims to Secure Early Survival
Bundesliga Match Preview
Sunday, May 7, 2023
VfL Bochum welcomes Bayer Leverkusen to the Vonovia Ruhrstadion on Sunday evening in a crucial Bundesliga clash. Bochum, currently 13th in the standings, can secure their top-flight status with a victory, while Leverkusen, sitting fourth, has a chance to move into the top three.
Bochum has enjoyed a strong run of form in recent weeks, picking up seven points from their last three matches. They stunned league leaders Union Berlin 1-0 in their previous outing, showcasing their ability to upset the odds.
Bayer Leverkusen, on the other hand, has been somewhat inconsistent of late. They have won only two of their last five matches, although they did reach the DFB-Pokal final by beating Union Berlin in a penalty shootout.
History favors Leverkusen in this fixture, as they have won seven of the last ten meetings between the two sides. However, Bochum will be buoyed by their home record, having lost just once in front of their own fans this season.
All eyes will be on VfL Bochum striker Simon Zoller, who has scored seven goals in his last nine appearances. For Leverkusen, Moussa Diaby will be one to watch, with the Frenchman in electric form this season, having netted 13 times in all competitions.
The match promises to be an intriguing contest with plenty at stake for both teams. Bochum will be determined to wrap up their survival as soon as possible, while Leverkusen will be eager to keep their Champions League hopes alive.
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