The DFB-Pokal first-round tie between SV Wehen Wiesbaden and Bayer Leverkusen kicks off Saturday, 22 August 2026, at 13:00 CEST in the BRITA-Arena. The third-division hosts face the reigning Bundesliga champions and cup titleholders. Wehen have lost their opening two 3. Liga matches. Leverkusen are playing their first official match of the season.
The contrast is stark. Wehen sit bottom of their league. Leverkusen are chasing a domestic double defense. One club has everything to gain. The other has everything to lose. That asymmetry is the engine of cup upsets.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What time is the DFB-Pokal match between Wehen Wiesbaden and Leverkusen?
- A: The match kicks off at 13:00 CEST on Saturday, 22 August 2026, at the BRITA-Arena.
- Q: Why could Wehen Wiesbaden upset Leverkusen?
- A: Wehen have everything to gain as underdogs, while Leverkusen face early-season rust and pressure as cup holders, creating an asymmetry that often fuels cup upsets.
- Q: What is Leverkusen’s recent form coming into this tie?
- A: Leverkusen are playing their first official match of the season, having not yet competed in competitive fixtures, which may lead to a lack of sharpness.