Bayer Leverkusen faces RB Leipzig in Bundesliga top match

Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig are set to face each other in a high-profile Bundesliga match at the BayArena on Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Leverkusen, led by coach Carles Martínez, enters the match with four points from three league games following a recent 2-2 draw against Augsburg and a 2-0 Europa League victory over NK Celje. Martínez emphasized that the team is “pulling in the same direction” despite a mixed start to the season. Key player Patrik Schick has been in strong form, scoring in each of the first three matchdays.

RB Leipzig, managed by Martin Demichelis, seeks to improve their away record after recent losses in Bremen and against Como in the Champions League. Despite these setbacks, Leipzig comes off a dominant 5-0 win against Hamburg. However, Demichelis will have to manage significant squad absences, including Marc Guiu and Assan Ouédraogo, both of whom are sidelined due to injury.

Historically, Leverkusen has held the advantage, completing a league double over Leipzig last season. The match is expected to be a significant test for both managers as they look to establish momentum ahead of the international break.