Leverkusen Generate 3.36 xG and 35 Shots — Then Lose 1-2 to Augsburg's 11
Bayer Leverkusen produced the most statistically dominant losing performance in the Bundesliga this season, firing 35 shots with 3.36 xG and 71% possession, yet fell 1-2 at home to Augsburg. Fabian Rieder's brace (8.9 rating) and 9 saves from Gikiewicz sealed a result that encapsulates Leverkusen's season-long failure to convert dominance — just 3W 5D 3L in their last 11, leaving them 6th on 52 points, 24 behind Bayern.
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Conclusion
Leverkusen xG: 3.36 vs Augsburg xG: 1.33. Leverkusen shots: 35 (10 on target, 12 blocked), possession: 71%, corners: 11, pass accuracy: 92%. Augsburg possession: 29%, shots: 11 (5 on target). Rieder: 2G, 2 shots, 8.9 rating. Leverkusen season-high shots in 2026 (previous max: 24 vs Wolfsburg in a 6-3 win). Leverkusen last 11: 3W 5D 3L. Leverkusen 6th: 52pts, Bayern 1st: 76pts. Source: match_stats match_id d1cb374a, match_player_stats, standings snapshot 2026-04-18.