Bayer Leverkusen returns to form with win over Arminia Bielefeld

Bayer Leverkusen hat sich nach vier Unentschieden in Folge mit einem Sieg gegen Arminia Bielefeld aus dem Abstiegskampf befreit. Die Leverkusener haben mit 1:2 gewonnen und sich wieder an die Spitze der Tabelle gesetzt.

8 Aug 2026

Updated 22 Sep 2026 By Sophie Ziegler · senior correspondent

Bayer Leverkusen has escaped the relegation battle with a win over Arminia Bielefeld. The Leverkusener won 1-2 and returned to the top of the table.

The win over Arminia Bielefeld is a key boost for the Leverkusener. They had been unbeaten in the last four games and were struggling to avoid relegation in the Bundesliga. The win gives them confidence and the ambition to aim higher.

The Leverkusener will face Bayern Munich in the next week. The win over Arminia Bielefeld is a good preparation for this match. The Leverkusener must continue to focus on their form and not fall into another undecided streak.

Statistics

Bayer Leverkusen is currently 6th in the Bundesliga with 59 points from 34 games.
The Leverkusener have scored 68 goals and have a plus of 21 goals against their opponents.
Bayer Leverkusen is 30 points behind the leaders Bayern Munich.