Bayern Munich travels to Bayer Leverkusen

Should Bayern Munich win the next two games, its Bundesliga future would be as bright as Franck Ribery's new pink boots.

The France winger has masterminded Bayern's eight-game unbeaten run. After its worst start in more than three decades, Bayern is catching up with the leaders.

The next two rounds bring Bayern against the only two teams above the defending champion: Bayer Leverkusen and Hoffenheim, the novice from the province which has remained at the top against expectations.

Going into the 15th round, Hoffenheim leads with 31 points, three ahead of Leverkusen and Bayern.

Leverkusen, which is ahead of Bayern on goal difference, …