The BayArena hosts a Champions League clash on Wednesday as Newcastle travel to Germany to take on Bayer Leverkusen. Below you can find our match preview and best bets for the game that kicks off at 8:00pm.
Best Bets & Predictions
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Gordon to Score Anytime | 5/2 @ BOYLESports (28.6%) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newcastle’s wide man has wasted no time getting back up to speed after injury. He’s struck in consecutive matches against Tottenham and Burnley, showing the confidence and sharpness that had been missing during his layoff. In Europe, he’s been just as influential, producing four goals in only five Champions League outings to underline his growing importance to Eddie Howe’s attack. |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 8/11 @ BOYLESports (57.9%) | ⭐⭐⭐ | Leverkusen’s home games have been full of goals this season, with 22 scored across seven Bundesliga matches. They’ve hit 16 of those themselves, making them one of the league’s strongest home attacks. Newcastle matches in Europe have also been high-scoring, with 3+ goals in four of their five Champions League fixtures, including a 2-1 loss to Marseille. Defensive issues haven’t helped either—Eddie Howe’s side are without a clean sheet in six straight games. |
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
How both teams go into Bayer Leverkusen vs Newcastle
Leverkusen followed up two straight Champions League wins with two defeats in their last three games, most recently losing 2-0 to Augsburg on December 6. That match was also the first time they failed to score in seven outings—a run where they produced 14 goals and kept four clean sheets.
They sit fourth in the Bundesliga with 28 goals scored and 19 conceded after 13 matches. At home, Kasper Hjulmand’s side have won three of their last five at the BayArena, though defeats to Dortmund and another visitor show they’re not unbeatable.
Newcastle’s Premier League campaign has been inconsistent, leaving them 12th with 22 points—only slightly better than this stage last season. A Leverkusen win here would put pressure on Eddie Howe’s side, who would then need two points from their last two fixtures against PSV and PSG to hit last year’s playoff benchmark.
The Magpies arrive with improved form: two wins and a draw from their last three, scoring eight and conceding four. They also have good memories against Leverkusen, beating them 3-1 in both previous meetings. However, despite a recent 4-1 win at Everton, Newcastle had won just one of their previous eight away matches.
Bayer Leverkusen team news
Exequiel Palacios is the only absentee for the hosts with a groin issue.
Newcastle team news
Nick Pope is out injured, with Aaron Ramsdale expected to continue in goal.
Season Form & Standings
2025/26 season to date
| Team | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle United | 11 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 9 |
| Bayer Leverkusen | 17 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 10 | -2 | 8 |
Newcastle’s form is reflected in their positive goal difference (+7) and three wins from five. Leverkusen, by contrast, have struggled defensively and sit lower in the standings, with just one defeat but too many draws.
Head-to-Head
Last Meetings
These sides have never met before in a competitive fixture, setting the stage for a fascinating first encounter at BayArena.
| Date | Score | Competition |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A |
Conclusion: Will Newcastle’s edge prove decisive?
With Newcastle United failing to put in strong performances away from home consistently, we’ve decided to stay away from the main result market and like the look of Anthony Gordon to score at 5/2, along with Under 2.5 goals at 8/11.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
