Bayer Leverkusen vs Celje Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (Sep 16)
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Bayer Leverkusen vs Celje Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (Sep 16)

Juan Pablo Aravena Juan Pablo Aravena
Moneyline PickBayer Leverkusen (-626)
Player PropPatrik Schick to score anytime (-170)
Same Game ParlayLeverkusen to win at HT/FT + Over 3.5 goals + Both teams not to score (+375)
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Bayer Leverkusen vs Celje Main Match Info

Bayer Leverkusen vs Celje Moneyline Prediction

Bayer Leverkusen are riding an uneven start in the 2026-27 Bundesliga season with just one win in their opening three encounters (W1, D1, L1). However, if they’re going to deliver a statement performance, this should be the game to do so. Leverkusen will rely on their home form to get the win here, as they’ve avoided defeat in all but two of their last 12 competitive matches at BayArena (W5, D5, L2).

Celje will play their first-ever competitive fixture against a German team here, but it’s not as if they lack experience playing in Europe. They reached the Round of 16 in the UEFA Conference League last season, but they’re off to an underwhelming start to the 2026-27 Slovenian Prva Liga with just three wins from eight outings (W3, D2, L3).

Leverkusen are far from their best, but the gap in talent between these two sides is simply too wide to consider any result other than a home win to be realistic. Look for the Bundesliga giants to dominate from start to finish en route to a comfortable win in their Europa League opener.

Bayer Leverkusen vs Celje Player Prop

Even though Leverkusen are widely expected to rotate for this match, it wouldn’t be surprising if Schick gets the nod up front. He came off the bench in the 2-2 draw against Augsburg in the Bundesliga last time out, so he could be ready to earn the start in this midweek tilt.

The Czech forward is coming off an impressive performance in which he scored one goal, recorded four shots, and netted an equaliser in the 89th minute. He has tallied three goals and one assist through three Bundesliga appearances this season.

Bayer Leverkusen vs Celje Same Game Parlay

Seven of Leverkusen’s last eight matches have produced at least three goals, which bodes well for the chances of a high-scoring contest in a game where they’re heavy favourites. That edge suggests the Werkself could very well control it from start to finish, winning at the end of both halves against a clear underdog.

Even though Celje have scored in each of their last 13 away outings, we’re not backing them to score here. They’re likely to look overwhelmed by the circumstances and their opponents, and their poor start to the 2026-27 domestic season doesn’t do them any favours. They might return to Slovenia empty-handed and without a single goal to show for their efforts.

Bayer Leverkusen vs Celje Team News

Bayer Leverkusen Team News 

The Werkself are likely to rotate, though they won’t go as far as fielding a completely alternative lineup. Their biggest concern is the availability of Eliesse Ben Seghir, who will be a game-time decision due to a thigh injury.

Elsewhere, Montrell Cullbreath (undisclosed), Nathan Tella (undisclosed), and Kennet Eichhorn (illness) have all been ruled out and aren’t expected to return until after the international break. Victor Boniface, Tim Oermann, and Jonas Hofmann haven’t been included in the official UEFA Europa League squad.

Celje Team News

Celje will have to find a way to replace Andrej Kotnik, as the 31-year-old central midfielder is suspended for this European fixture after being sent off in the return leg of the UEFA Champions League qualifiers against Slovan Bratislava. His absence shouldn’t be a significant issue, as he’s played in just three of Celje’s last eight games across all competitions.

As for injuries, the Slovenian club should be close to full health. The lone injury concern is Jost Pisek, who’s dealing with a knee problem. However, the absence of the 24-year-old midfielder shouldn’t affect their plans much, as he’s a long-term absentee who hasn’t played since April, when he was with Polish club Stal Mielec.

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