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Matchday 22 in both the Bundesliga and Ligue 1 promises high-stakes clashes following an intense week of European competition. In Germany, all eyes are on the top-of-the-table battle between Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. This could be one of the last chances for Leverkusen to mount a serious title challenge, with the Bavarians currently holding an eight-point lead. Meanwhile, Eintracht Frankfurt will look to capitalize on the title contenders' duel by closing the gap with a win against Holstein Kiel. Elsewhere, Borussia Dortmund faces a crucial derby against Bochum, needing a win to stay in the European race, while Heidenheim faces a must-win relegation battle against Mainz.
In Ligue 1, PSG continues its march toward the title but faces a tough away fixture against a formidable Toulouse side. Marseille, hosting Saint-Étienne at the Vélodrome, aims to cut the gap at the top, while Nice looks to fend off Monaco’s charge for third place in their clash with Le Havre. Monaco, meanwhile, must navigate a tricky test against Nantes, as the battle for European spots intensifies. Lille and Lyon, both inconsistent in recent weeks, take on Rennes and Montpellier away from home. Meanwhile, Lens and Strasbourg go head-to-head in a duel between two ambitious teams with European aspirations.
