Bayer Leverkusen PSV Draw Opens UEFA Champions League 2025-26

In a tightly contested UEFA Champions League match, Bayer Leverkusen and PSV Eindhoven played to a 1-1 draw, with Leverkusen dominating possession and chances but unable to secure a win. Christian Kofane scored for Leverkusen after a defensive error from PSV, becoming the youngest and first Cameroonian scorer for the club in the competition, but Ismael Saibari quickly equalized for PSV. PSV's Ivan Perišić had an early goal disallowed for offside, and Leverkusen's Alejandro Grimaldo hit the post and was later denied a stoppage-time winner by PSV goalkeeper Matej Kovar. PSV remain winless away to German teams in Europe since 1977, while Leverkusen continue their unbeaten run against Dutch clubs. Despite Leverkusen's 1.84 expected goals versus PSV's 0.48, both teams shared points in a match marked by missed opportunities and strong defensive moments. The result leaves both sides eager to improve in upcoming Champions League fixtures.