Here are the match facts for Bayer Leverkusen vs. Mainz based on their recent encounters and overall record:

1. Head-to-Head Record (as of January 2025):

TODAY'S PREDICTION

• Leverkusen win or draw

• Total goals - over 1.5

• Goals second half - over 0.5

• First team to score - Leverkusen

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• Total Matches: Bayer Leverkusen and Mainz have faced each other numerous times in the Bundesliga, with Leverkusen generally having a superior record.

• Recent Record: Bayer Leverkusen has been dominant in recent seasons, although Mainz has occasionally caused upsets.

2. Recent Meetings:

• 2023/2024 Bundesliga:

  • Mainz 1-2 Bayer Leverkusen (at MEWA Arena): Leverkusen secured an away win in a close match.

  • Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 Mainz (at BayArena): Leverkusen claimed a comfortable win at home with a solid performance.

• 2022/2023 Bundesliga:

  • Bayer Leverkusen 1-1 Mainz (at BayArena): A tight match with both teams sharing the spoils at Leverkusen's home ground.

  • Mainz 3-2 Bayer Leverkusen (at MEWA Arena): Mainz secured a thrilling victory in a high-scoring game at home.

3. Key Players:

• Bayer Leverkusen: Leverkusen has had standout players like Jeremie Frimpong, Moussa Diaby (before his move to Aston Villa), and Sardar Azmoun, offering pace, creativity, and goal-scoring potential.

• Mainz: Key players for Mainz include Karim Onisiwo, Leandro Barreiro, and Andrej Kramaric, who can all be dangerous going forward.

4. Goals Scored:

• Leverkusen has generally been a high-scoring team in recent years, often dominating matches with their attacking style. Mainz, while more defensively solid, has had moments of brilliance and has been able to secure points, especially in home matches.

5. Recent Form:

• Bayer Leverkusen: The team has been strong, particularly in the 2023/2024 season, competing at the top of the Bundesliga table. Their offensive power, led by manager Xabi Alonso, has been a key factor.

• Mainz: Mainz has been more inconsistent, often struggling against top teams but being very competitive at home.

6. Key Stats:

• Leverkusen's Home Record: Leverkusen has been particularly strong at the BayArena in recent seasons, making it difficult for teams like Mainz to get positive results.

• Mainz's Away Record: Mainz tends to struggle on the road against top-tier sides like Leverkusen, although they have managed to pull off a few surprises.

7. Historical Trends:

• Leverkusen has historically been one of the stronger sides in the Bundesliga, often finishing in the upper half of the table, while Mainz has been more of a mid-table side but occasionally challenging the bigger clubs.