Leverkusen vs rb leipzig

By Vikram Nair / 03.05.2026

Patrik Schick’s hat-trick propelled Bayer Leverkusen to a crucial 4-1 victory against RB Leipzig at the BayArena on Matchday 32. This win significantly impacts Champions League qualification hopes for both teams.

RB Leipzig arrived on a five-match winning streak before this match. They were seven points ahead of Bayer Leverkusen prior to kickoff. However, the result shifted the standings dramatically.

The goals for Leverkusen came from Schick in the 25th, 76th, and 89th minutes, along with Nathan Tella’s strike just before halftime. RB Leipzig managed one goal from Baumgartner in the 80th minute.

Key statistics:

• Bayer Leverkusen scored four goals while RB Leipzig scored one.
• Patrik Schick had nine shots, more than any other player.
• Leverkusen’s expected goals (xGoals) were 3.63 compared to Leipzig’s 1.29.
• Alejandro Grimaldo achieved a pass efficiency of +4.94.

Schick earned the Man of the Match award with 74 percent of the vote. Observers noted that this clash carried significant implications for Champions League qualification for both sides.

A win for RB Leipzig would have secured their place in the Champions League next season. Now, Leverkusen moved into fourth place in the Bundesliga standings following this impressive victory.

The outcome leaves both teams reassessing their paths as they approach the final matches of the season.