Bayer Leverkusen vs SC Freiburg: match facts, form and head-to-head – 18 October 2026, Bundesliga

Bayer Leverkusen host SC Freiburg in what promises to be a clash of contrasting fortunes. Leverkusen sit eighth in the table with four points from three games, having scored eight and conceded five, while Freiburg sit atop the league on nine points, boasting a flawless record of three wins, ten goals scored and only one conceded. The Bavarian side will be keen to close the gap and turn their solitary win into a momentum‑building result, whereas Freiburg will look to extend their perfect run and solidify their goal‑difference advantage. Historically the two clubs have met often, but at this stage Freiburg’s recent form gives them a clear psychological edge heading into the encounter.