FC Copenhagen vs Bayer Leverkusen Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Sep 2025

Champions League Betting Preview: FC Copenhagen vs Bayer Leverkusen

Danish Superliga club FC Copenhagen host German Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen in this Champions League match at Parken, with kick-off set for 12:45 on Thursday 18 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

There Could Be Goals at Both Ends

We’ve gone through the betting options for Copenhagen vs Bayer Leverkusen and the wager that really stands out is BTTS Yes. We are more than happy to take the -149 that this outcome happens.

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Copenhagen Were Defeated in Last Game

FC Copenhagen suffered a defeat in their last game. A 2-1 Superliga scoreline occurred on the road at Brondby Stadion against Brondby. The Lions boasted 56% possession and had three shots on target, with Mohamed Elyounoussi scoring the goal.

Bayer Leverkusen claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 3-1 Bundesliga win occurred against Eintracht Frankfurt at BayArena. Kasper Hjulmand's team were restricted to just 39% possession and managed eight shots on goal, with Alejandro Grimaldo scoring twice and Patrik Schick also finding the net.

Champions League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
30	Leverkusen	3	0	2	1	5	10	-5	5:10	2
32	FC Copenhagen	3	0	1	2	4	8	-4	4:8	1

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Copenhagen have 7 wins, 2 losses and 1 draw, averaging 2.6 goals from 6.4 shots on goal and 14.8 attempts. The Lions have averaged 55.8% possession, 552.1 passes and 4.7 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.0 goals from 3.0 shots on goal, 8.2 attempts and 3.9 corners.

Top scorer is Jordan Larsson on 6 goals, while Elias Achouri has racked up 4 and Mohamed Elyounoussi 3. Rodrigo Huescas and Mohamed Elyounoussi have recorded the most assists with 3 apiece.

Leverkusen have 3 victories, 2 defeats and 5 draws, with an average of 10.7 attempts, 4.7 shots on goal and 1.7 goals. Kasper Hjulmand's men average 56.2% possession, 540.8 passes, 4.7 corners in their favour and 4.5 corners against, while 1.5 goals have been conceded from 3.9 shots on goal and 11.0 attempts.

Patrik Schick has top scored with 7, while Alejandro Grimaldo and Emiliano Buendia are next best on 2. Nathan Tella and Alejandro Grimaldo are top assists providers with 3, while Lukas Hradecky has recorded 2 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

FC Copenhagen confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Dominik Kotarski (GK), Rodrigo Huescas, Gabriel Pereira, Pantelis Hatzidiakos, Marcos Lopez, Jordan Larsson, Lukas Lerager, Thomas Delaney, Elias Achouri, Youssoufa Moukoko, Mohamed Elyounoussi.

Bayer Leverkusen confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Mark Flekken (GK), Jarell Quansah, Loic Bade, Edmond Tapsoba, Lucas Vazquez, Robert Andrich, Equi Fernandez, Alejandro Grimaldo, Malik Tillman, Eliesse Ben Seghir, Patrik Schick.

FC Copenhagen vs Bayer Leverkusen Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the essential FC Copenhagen vs Bayer Leverkusen betting angles, featuring our main match prediction, a corners value pick, correct score guidance, top player prop plays and a carefully crafted bet builder.

Match Prediction

We can’t pass up the chance to back BTTS Yes at -149, with both sides expected to find the net in this Champions League match. The Both Teams to Score market provides a great angle for a wager.

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Key FC Copenhagen vs Bayer Leverkusen Champions League & league stats:

• BTTS Yes has been covered in 5 straight Copenhagen games.
• BTTS Yes has been covered in 11 of the last 16 Copenhagen games at home.
• BTTS Yes has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Copenhagen games.
• BTTS Yes has been covered in 6 straight Leverkusen games.
• BTTS Yes has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Leverkusen games.
• BTTS Yes has been covered in 14 of the last 20 Leverkusen games on the road.

BTTS Yes Probability

The betting odds at the top bookies suggest our pick carries a 59.9% chance of winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Copenhagen 1 - 1 Leverkusen

The game ending in a 1-1 draw is available at odds of +500. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Patrik Schick Over 1.5 Shots On Target +112

Patrik Schick (Leverkusen) has recorded over 1.5 shots on goal in his past two matches away from home. We’re going to take him on the Overs for Shots on Target, with this line making plenty of appeal at odds of +112.

Latest Patrik Schick Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

-114

First

+235

Shots On Target

Over 1.5

-100

Under 1.5

-172

Shots

Over 3.5

-119

Under 3.5

-

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Jordan Larsson to Score +310

Jordan Larsson (Copenhagen) has netted six goals in his past ten matches. There are odds of +310 on offer for this Anytime Goalscorer bet and we think this is an attractive wager for the player to be on the scoresheet.

Latest Jordan Larsson Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+295

First

+700

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-122

Under 0.5

-137

Shots

Over 1.5

-172

Under 1.5

-

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Corners Prediction

Over 8.5 Corners -154

There has been five straight Bayer Leverkusen matches where 8.5 Total Corners has been covered, while it has been an average of 8.60 corners in the previous ten FC Copenhagen games. We recommend backing the -154 that the teams are able to cover the line, with this Total Corners bet hopefully providing a return.

Champions League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Copenhagen

Total

8.60 4.70 3.90

Home

8.30 4.60 3.70

Away

7.60 3.70 3.90

Leverkusen

Total

9.20 4.70 4.50

Home

10.40 6.80 3.60

Away

9.10 5.20 3.90

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-100

Under 9.5

-141

Copenhagen Corners

Over 3.5

-163

Under 3.5

+120

Leverkusen Corners

Over 4.5

-138

Under 4.5

-100

Most Corners

1

+155

X

+600

2

-135

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FC Copenhagen vs Bayer Leverkusen Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Leverkusen Could Have Edge According to Bookies

FC Copenhagen are available at betting odds of +210 to beat Bayer Leverkusen, with their opponents trading at +132 with the bookies. Should you wish to back the draw, it’s on offer at +230 for this Champions League encounter.

There’s the chance to back Leverkusen at -102 if you want to take them on the Asian Handicap -0.25. There’s a full payout if they beat Copenhagen but also half stake returned if the scoreline ends level.

Bettors are able to get odds of -111 for both Over and Under 2.5 Goals right now. Both Teams to Score is one of the top markets and the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -147.

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Full-Time Result

1

+210

X

+230

2

+132

Half-Time Result

1

+260

X

+123

2

+185

Double Chance

1X

-172

12

-313

X2

-278

Draw No Bet

1

+116

2

-159

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-120

2 Hcp -0.25

-102

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-111

Over 2.5

-111

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-147

No

+107

Patrik Schick Heads First Goalscorer Market

Patrik Schick is available at -114 when it comes to Anytime Goalscorer, with the favourite priced at odds of +235 to find the net first.

Patrik Schick (Leverkusen)

First

-114

Anytime

+235

Youssoufa Moukoko (Copenhagen)

First

+260

Anytime

+575

German Onugkha (Copenhagen)

First

+290

Anytime

+700

Jordan Larsson (Copenhagen)

First

+295

Anytime

+700

Mohamed Elyounoussi (Copenhagen)

First

+330

Anytime

+800

Andreas Cornelius (Copenhagen)

First

+350

Anytime

+800

Malik Tillman (Leverkusen)

First

+360

Anytime

+850

Eliesse Ben Seghir (Leverkusen)

First

+400

Anytime

+900

Álex Grimaldo (Leverkusen)

First

+400

Anytime

+1000

Magnus Mattsson (Copenhagen)

First

+410

Anytime

+1000

Nathan Tella (Leverkusen)

First

+420

Anytime

+1050

Viktor Claesson (Copenhagen)

First

+430

Anytime

+1000

Mohamed Elias Achouri (Copenhagen)

First

+475

Anytime

+1150

Aleix Garcia (Leverkusen)

First

+525

Anytime

+1200

Claudio Echeverri (Leverkusen)

First

+600

Anytime

+1300

Robert Andrich (Leverkusen)

First

+650

Anytime

+1500

Oliver Højer (Copenhagen)

First

+650

Anytime

+1600

Mads Emil Madsen (Copenhagen)

First

+700

Anytime

+1500

Exequiel Palacios (Leverkusen)

First

+750

Anytime

+1800

Rodrigo Huescas (Copenhagen)

First

+800

Anytime

+1900

Lukas Lerager (Copenhagen)

First

+850

Anytime

+2000

Edmond Tapsoba (Leverkusen)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Loïc Badé (Leverkusen)

First

+1050

Anytime

+2200

Lucas Vázquez (Leverkusen)

First

+1050

Anytime

+2200

Youssoufa Moukoko (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

-156

Under 0.5

-110

Malik Tillman (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

-137

Under 0.5

-114

German Onugkha (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

-132

Under 0.5

-119

Jordan Larsson (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

-122

Under 0.5

-137

Eliesse Ben Seghir (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

-119

Under 0.5

-130

Mohamed Elyounoussi (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

-108

Under 0.5

-156

Patrik Schick (Leverkusen)

Over 1.5

-100

Under 1.5

-172

Andreas Cornelius (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

+104

Under 0.5

-175

Álex Grimaldo (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

+118

Under 0.5

-189

Nathan Tella (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

+130

Under 0.5

-208

Magnus Mattsson (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

+138

Under 0.5

-222

Mohamed Elias Achouri (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

+143

Under 0.5

-250

Viktor Claesson (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

+145

Under 0.5

-244

Claudio Echeverri (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

+175

Under 0.5

-303

Aleix Garcia (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-357

Oliver Højer (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-417

Mads Emil Madsen (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-435

Robert Andrich (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

+235

Under 0.5

-435

Exequiel Palacios (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

+260

Under 0.5

-500

Rodrigo Huescas (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-769

Lukas Lerager (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-833

Lucas Vázquez (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

+320

Under 0.5

-714

Edmond Tapsoba (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

+340

Under 0.5

-1000

Loïc Badé (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

+410

Under 0.5

-1667

Patrik Schick (Leverkusen)

Over 3.5

-119

Under 3.5

-

Youssoufa Moukoko (Copenhagen)

Over 2.5

+123

Under 2.5

-

Álex Grimaldo (Leverkusen)

Over 1.5

-109

Under 1.5

-

Claudio Echeverri (Leverkusen)

Over 1.5

+132

Under 1.5

-

Mohamed Elias Achouri (Copenhagen)

Over 1.5

+102

Under 1.5

-

Nathan Tella (Leverkusen)

Over 1.5

-106

Under 1.5

-

Eliesse Ben Seghir (Leverkusen)

Over 1.5

-161

Under 1.5

-

Malik Tillman (Leverkusen)

Over 1.5

-167

Under 1.5

-

Andreas Cornelius (Copenhagen)

Over 1.5

-122

Under 1.5

-

Mohamed Elyounoussi (Copenhagen)

Over 1.5

-152

Under 1.5

-

Jordan Larsson (Copenhagen)

Over 1.5

-172

Under 1.5

-

Aleix Garcia (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

-200

Under 0.5

-

Robert Andrich (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

-182

Under 0.5

-

Rodrigo Huescas (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

-111

Under 0.5

-

Lukas Lerager (Copenhagen)

Over 0.5

-102

Under 0.5

-

Edmond Tapsoba (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

-102

Under 0.5

-

Lucas Vázquez (Leverkusen)

Over 0.5

-128

Under 0.5

-

Latest Champions League and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

FC Copenhagen Stats

Bayer Leverkusen Stats

Full-Time Result

• 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 3 wins, 2 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 4 wins and 6 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 2.60 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 3.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 4.60 corners awarded and 3.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
• An average of 8.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 8.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
• Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

• An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 4.10 corners against in the last 10 away matches
• An average of 9.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
• Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

• An average of 55.80% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 55.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
• Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

• An average of 56.20% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 55.40% possession in the last 10 away matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 away matches

FC Copenhagen vs Bayer Leverkusen Lineups & Team News

Avoid surprises — review the Copenhagen vs Leverkusen team news before you bet. We’ll share the predicted and confirmed lineups for the Champions League together with updated injury news.