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DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal· Kick-off : Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 19:45 (UK time)

Bayer Leverkusen vs 1. FC Nürnberg prediction: correct score and AI tips

Match analysis

Bayer Leverkusen take on 1. FC Nürnberg on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 19:45 (UK time), a DFB-Pokal fixture. Venue: BayArena, Leverkusen. Our model makes Bayer Leverkusen clear favourites: a 91% chance of winning, against 6% for the draw and 3% for 1. FC Nürnberg.

Bayer Leverkusen are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (4 wins, 1 draw), scoring 14 and conceding 5. 1. FC Nürnberg are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws), scoring 10 and conceding 5. Both sides come in with similar form. On average Bayer Leverkusen score 2.80 and concede 1.00 goals per game; 1. FC Nürnberg score 2.00 and concede 1.00.

In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 4 wins for Bayer Leverkusen, 0 for 1. FC Nürnberg and 1 draw. The most recent ended Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 1. FC Nürnberg (Apr 20, 2019). Bayer Leverkusen out or doubtful: E. Ben Seghir, G. Doue, K. Eichhorn, C. Kofane, M. Terrier, M. Culbreath (doubtful), V. Boniface and J. Hofmann. In double chance terms, "Bayer Leverkusen or draw" stands at 97%, "1. FC Nürnberg or draw" at 9% and "no draw" at 94%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

91%
Bayer Leverkusen (Win)
6%
Draw
3%
1. FC Nürnberg (Win)

Double chance

97%
Bayer Leverkusen or draw
9%
1. FC Nürnberg or draw
94%
No draw

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Bayer Leverkusen

DateOpponentScore
Oct 15, 2026Lech Poznan · UEFA Europa League4-0W
Oct 10, 2026FSV Mainz 05 · Bundesliga4-3W
Sep 20, 2026RB Leipzig · Bundesliga2-0W
Sep 16, 2026Celje · UEFA Europa League2-0W
Sep 12, 2026FC Augsburg · Bundesliga2-2D

1. FC Nürnberg

DateOpponentScore
Sep 19, 2026Karlsruher SC · 2. Bundesliga1-0W
Sep 11, 2026Hannover 96 · 2. Bundesliga2-1W
Sep 5, 2026Holstein Kiel · 2. Bundesliga2-2D
Aug 29, 2026Arminia Bielefeld · 2. Bundesliga4-1W
Aug 22, 2026FC Viktoria Köln · DFB-Pokal1-1D

Head-to-head

DateScoreCompetition
Apr 20, 2019Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 1. FC NürnbergBundesliga
Dec 3, 20181. FC Nürnberg 1-1 Bayer LeverkusenBundesliga
Apr 20, 20141. FC Nürnberg 1-4 Bayer LeverkusenBundesliga
Nov 30, 2013Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 1. FC NürnbergBundesliga
May 4, 20131. FC Nürnberg 0-2 Bayer LeverkusenBundesliga

Out and doubtful

Bayer Leverkusen

  • E. Ben Seghir (out)
  • G. Doue (out)
  • K. Eichhorn (out)
  • C. Kofane (out)
  • M. Terrier (out)
  • M. Culbreath (doubtful)
  • V. Boniface (out)
  • J. Hofmann (out)

1. FC Nürnberg

No absences reported.

Most regular starters

Bayer Leverkusen

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

1. FC Nürnberg

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • A. Kalogeropoulos5/5
  • A. Markhiev5/5
  • E. Porstner5/5
  • J. Fernandez5/5
  • J. Justvan5/5
  • J. Reichert5/5
  • M. A. Zoma5/5
  • P. Scobel5/5
  • T. Janisch5/5
  • F. Becker4/5
  • F. Otto4/5

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Bayer Leverkusen vs 1. FC Nürnberg prediction?

Our AI gives Bayer Leverkusen a 91% chance of winning, the draw 6% and 1. FC Nürnberg 3%. Bayer Leverkusen are therefore favourites.

When and where is Bayer Leverkusen vs 1. FC Nürnberg played?

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 19:45 (UK time), DFB-Pokal. Venue: BayArena, Leverkusen.

What form are Bayer Leverkusen and 1. FC Nürnberg in?

Bayer Leverkusen: 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (14 scored, 5 conceded). 1. FC Nürnberg: 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (10 scored, 5 conceded).

What is the head-to-head record between Bayer Leverkusen and 1. FC Nürnberg?

In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 4 wins for Bayer Leverkusen, 0 for 1. FC Nürnberg and 1 draw. The most recent ended Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 1. FC Nürnberg (Apr 20, 2019).

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