Leverkusen travel to Lech Poznań on Oct 15 as Sky secures broadcast rights

While Bayer 04 Leverkusen enjoy a strong start to their domestic campaign, their upcoming Europa League trip to Lech Poznań will be shown only behind a pay‑wall, contrasting sharply with the free‑to‑air fixtures elsewhere.

Leverkusen’s form and Europa League progress

Bayer 04 Leverkusen entered their second Europa League test after a 2‑0 first‑leg victory over NK Celje of Slovenia. The German side sit fifth in the Bundesliga after collecting seven points from four matches, including a 2‑0 win over RB Leipzig and a thrilling 4‑3 victory at 1. FSV Mainz. Their only domestic setback was a loss to Elversberg before the international break.

In the league, Leverkusen sit on five points after four games, a respectable position given the early season turbulence. Their Europa League campaign continues with the away leg scheduled for 15 October.

Lech Poznań’s standing and broadcast options

Lech Poznań, currently third in the Polish Ekstraklasa, suffered a 0‑4 defeat to Crystal Palace in their opening Europa League fixture and therefore sit 35th in the competition’s nascent group table.

The match will not be shown on free‑to‑air television, unlike the Hoffenheim‑Besiktas Istanbul tie. Pay‑TV provider Sky will broadcast the game on television and stream it via Sky Go or WOW, requiring a subscription for all options. Listeners without a Sky subscription can follow the action for free on the WERKS11 radio service.

Leverkusen arrive in Poznań as clear favourites, given their recent domestic form and the Polish side’s early European disappointment. The clash offers a chance for the German club to extend their 2‑0 aggregate lead and progress to the next round.

Both clubs will be keen to capitalise: Leverkusen to cement their Europa League credentials, and Lech Poznań to recover from their opening loss and improve their standing in the competition.