Heidenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Prediction & Betting Tips (17 February)

Barring a major catastrophe in the coming months, FC Heidenheim should be able to confirm its retention in the elite this year without too much worry. For its first season at the highest level, this team quickly complied with the requirements of the Bundesliga to the point of appearing in the first part of the table, in 9th position, with 27 points on the clock. Better yet, she has a more than comfortable lead of 11 points over the jump-off. Undefeated in 2024, the promoted side have drawn 4 matches in a row, the last of which were against Hoffenheim 1-1 and Dortmund 0-0 before winning at Werder Bremen 1-2 last weekend. For their part , Bayer Leverkusen could well create a sensation this season across the Rhine.

Often mocked and renamed "Bayer Neverkusen" due to its difficulties in winning titles, this team could well silence its detractors in the coming months by winning its first German championship title. Still undefeated this season in all competitions, power. Following this demonstration, the Usine 11 is now 5 points ahead of the Bavarians.

Among the locals, defender Keller, whose season is over, and young Qenaj will still not be able to face the leader. Already ill last weekend, striker Thomalla is still absent while defender Busch has joined the infirmary due to a toe injury. The promoted can still count on most of their offensive assets.

We are thinking in particular of the interesting Dinkçi (6 goals), the very good Kleindienst (6 goals) and the excellent Beste who scored his 6th goal of the season last week. He also provided 7 assists this season.