Bayer Leverkusen – Marseille

Bayer Leverkusen host Marseille at the BayArena with Leverkusen perched in fourth place on 13 points after four wins, a draw and a loss, boasting a solid 16‑9 goal difference. Marseille sit ninth, having collected nine points from three victories and four defeats, their 14‑10 goal margin hinting at a potent attack but a leaky defence. The German side will look to extend their lead in the top half, while the French visitors will hope to climb back into the European spots by turning their relatively balanced scoring record into points. The fixture also offers a chance to narrow the gap in their head‑to‑head record this season, with Leverkusen keen to defend their home turf against a Marseille side eager for a statement win.