Bayer Leverkusen vs SC Freiburg prediction

THE FORECAST

Both sides carry identical fixture congestion (3 days rest, Europa/Conference League on either side), making rotation risk roughly equal, though Leverkusen's injury list is notably longer with seven players out including Doué, Tella and Terrier. Freiburg lead the table with a superior defensive record (0.8 GA per game vs Leverkusen's 1.6) and arrive in better form (WDWWW vs WWDWL), but Leverkusen's home advantage and Schick's reported sharp form tip the balance marginally in the hosts' favour. The attacking output of both teams (2.8 GF each) points toward goals, though Freiburg's compact defence may keep the score respectable.