Borussia Dortmund vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen — head-to-head

All-time storyline

Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund have met once, with Leverkusen holding a 1–0 advantage. Their only recorded fixture ended 0–1 on 11 April 2026, a narrow victory that settled the match in Dortmund’s favour. The tie unfolded as a tightly contested affair where Leverkusen’s defensive shape limited Dortmund’s usual attacking thrusts, yet a single moment decided the outcome. Despite the slender scoreline, the contest showcased Leverkusen’s growing defensive solidity against Dortmund’s high-tempo style. Today the rivalry remains embryonic, defined by that single encounter rather than a deep history of meetings. With Leverkusen steadily establishing themselves among Germany’s elite and Dortmund maintaining their status as a perennial challenger, any future fixtures will be framed by this initial result. The one-off meeting serves as a baseline for what could develop into a more frequent and heated contest in the coming seasons.