On 10 February last year, Leverkusen took a decisive step towards their first league title by beating Bayern 3-0; this year they probably need a win to stay in the title race.
Like Bayern they’ve been beaten only once but they’ve drawn seven of their 21 games, including two in the last three.
Bayern are eight points clear and have been relentless since the start of the season.
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Leverkusen’s problems has been draws rather than defeats.