Bayer Leverkusen prepares for Europa League opener against NK Celje

Bayer Leverkusen is set to begin its Europa League campaign on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, hosting NK Celje at the BayArena. The German side enters the match seeking to find consistent form following a mixed start to their Bundesliga season, which includes a recent 2-2 draw against FC Augsburg.

Following a 4-0 victory over Union Berlin and a loss to Elversberg, Leverkusen aims to use this international fixture to demonstrate their quality and establish momentum in the league phase of the competition.