Werder Bremen Team News - Soccer

Yukinari Sugawara - 11 crosses in away loss Sugawara recorded one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Sugawara attempted 11 crosses but was unable to provide an assist as his side fell to a 1-0 defeat to Freiburg. This is the first time this season he has attempted more than 10 crosses in a game and only the second time this year he has attempted more than five crosses in the Bundesliga.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Romano Schmid - 10 crosses in away defeat Schmid recorded two shots (two on goal), 10 crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to SC Freiburg.

Impact Schmid took two shots, got both on target and attempted 10 crosses, but was unable to help his team to a goal. This is the first time since November that he put two shots on target. He has also had two or more chances created for each of the last five games. This is the fourth team this season that he has taken at least 10 crosses, although he has completed only one, the fewest he has completed when he has taken more than seven crosses.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Keke Topp - Five shots without any on target Topp had five shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 loss to SC Freiburg.

Impact Topp earned a start after scoring off the bench in the final minutes in the previous game. This was his fifth start of the season and 16th appearance. This was the first time he had taken more than two shots in a game, and he took five. In total, he has only managed two shots on target this season.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mio Backhaus - One save in 1-0 defeat Backhaus had one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Backhaus conceded as his side fell to a 1-0 defeat to Freiburg. He has kept three clean sheets this season in 19 games, but hasn't managed to keep one in the last six games. In the last three games he has only made one save, conceding four goals in the process.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Olivier Deman - Subs off with knock Saturday Deman was forced to exit Saturday's 1-0 loss to Freiburg after suffering a tough foul in the second half.

Impact Deman is now dealing with an apparent ankle injury, putting his participation in doubt for future contests. He was active as a left wing-back over the last three matchups, registering an assist and averaging 2.0 chances created and 2.7 tackles won per game in that span. The event of a serious injury for Deman could lead to an opportunity for either Felix Agu or Isaac Schmidt to move into the initial lineup.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Late Guirassy goal seals win as Dortmund cuts Bayern's Bundesliga lead to 3 points

Serhou Guirassy has scored late for Borussia Dortmund to cut Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga lead to three points with a somewhat fortunate 2-1 win at Wolfsburg

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Where to Watch SC Freiburg vs. Werder Bremen: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream SC Freiburg (seventh in the Bundesliga) and Werder Bremen (15th) play at Europa-Park-Stadion on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. ET.Watch Bundesliga ma...

3 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Forward Serge Gnabry extends Bayern Munich contract until June 2028

Serge Gnabry has signed a new contract with Bayern Munich, keeping him with the club until June 2028

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Freiburg vs Werder Bremen Prediction and Betting Tips | February 7th 2026 Freiburg will host Werder Bremen at the Europa-Park-Stadion on Saturday in another round of the 2025-26 Bundesliga campaign.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Leonardo Bittencourt - Training fully Bittencourt (undisclosed) could be available for Saturday's visit to Freiburg after coach Daniel Thioune said that "Leo has been here for seven years and has a great standing in th...

Impact Bittencourt has been inactive since Dec. 14 and logged only 114 minutes of play as a substitute over his last seven Bundesliga appearances. However, his potential recovery from injury, and the arrival of a new manager, means he'll have a chance to push for playing time again. In that case, he'll contend with Senne Lynen and Jens Stage for a defensive midfield slot.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Werder Bremen hires Daniel Thioune as coach after Horst Steffen's exit

Werder Bremen has hired Daniel Thioune as coach to replace Horst Steffen, who was fired over the weekend after a 10-game winless run in the Bundesliga

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Olivier Deman - Provides one assist Deman assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Monchengladbach.

Impact Deman recorded his first assist of the season on Keke Maximilian Topp's stoppage-time equalizer against Monchengladbach on Saturday and could have added more, attempting a season-high two shots, delivering four key passes and eight crosses while also posting a season-high five tackles. The midfielder has started the last two matches after missing the first part of the season with an ankle injury and appears to have secured a starting role.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Keke Topp - Scores late equalizer off bench Topp scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Topp entered the match in the 88th minute and found the net in stoppage time to secure an equalizer against Monchengladbach on Saturday, scoring his first goal of the season off an assist from Olivier Deman. The forward continues to operate in a clear substitute role, having started on the bench in each of the last seven matches, during which he has recorded one goal and no assists.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Mio Backhaus - One save in draw Backhaus had one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Monchengladbach.

Impact Backhaus made one save and conceded one goal against Monchengladbach on Saturday, extending his run to five straight matches without a clean sheet. The goalkeeper is going through a difficult stretch, recording six saves while allowing seven goals and keeping no clean sheets over his last four appearances. He will look to bounce back against Freiburg on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Werder Bremen fires Horst Steffen as coach after 10 games without a win in the Bundesliga

Werder Bremen has fired Horst Steffen as coach after a 10-game run without a win in the Bundesliga

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Leonardo Bittencourt - Not available Saturday Bittencourt (undiclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Bittencourt is not available for Saturday's clash against Gladbach as he continues to deal with the injury that forced him to miss the last five games. He fails to clear the final fitness test after the last training session. That said, Bittencourt has mainly been a bench option this season, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting XI.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Isaac Schmidt - Finds bench role Schmidt (concussion) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Schmidt is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach after completing the necessary protocols. The left midfielder will likely see less playing time moving forward since Felix Agu is back available for the White and Green.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Agu - Option off bench Saturday Agu (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Agu is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach after resuming team training with the reserve squad in recent weeks. The left midfielder returns to the match squad for the first time since early October but is eased back into action as a substitute option. Isaac Schmidt and Olivier Deman will continue to fill in from the start until he reaches full fitness again.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Invincible no more, Bayern aims to make amends against Hamburg in Bundesliga

Bundesliga opponents suddenly know Bayern Munich is beatable after Augsburg’s shock win over the league leader last weekend

JANUARY 29 • Associated Press

Isaac Schmidt - Still doubtful Saturday Schmidt (concussion) remains a doubt for Saturday's clash against Gladbach, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Schmidt still has to undergo some protocols and remains a doubt for Saturday's clash against Gladbach. The defender will look hope to be deemed fit and clear all the protocols ahead of the game since he is the main starter on the left flank in the absence of Felix Agu (ankle) who remains a doubt as well. If both were to miss the clash, Olivier Deman will be the one starting on the left side of the pitch.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Bittencourt - Could return Saturday Bittencourt (undisclosed) could return in Saturday's clash against Gladbach, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Bittencourt has been dealing with an injury that made him misses the last five games but the midfielder could make his return during Saturday's clash against Gladbach. He will likely face a late fitness call after the final training session, although a potential return won't impact the starting squad since he was mainly a bench option prior to his injury.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Agu - Late fitness call Agu (ankle) will be a late fitness call for Saturday's clash against Gladbach, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference. "Felix participated in the reserve team's training...

Impact Agu resumed team training with the reserve squad and will be a late fitness call ahead of Saturday's clash against Gladbach. The left midfielder has missed all the games since early October and will look to return to the match squad in the upcoming fixture to regain his undisputed starter role for the white and greens. Until then, Isaac Schmidt and Olivier Deman have been replacing him in his spot.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Amos Pieper - Undergoes minor knee surgery Pieper (knee) underwent a minor knee surgery and will miss several weeks, the club announced.

Impact Pieper suffered a knee injury during the game against Leverkusen and needed to undergo a small surgery this week to treat the issue. The defender will be sidelined for several weeks and this is a blow for Bremen who has already been thin in option for his backline. Julian Malatini is expected to see a greater role in the back-three until the injured players return to full fitness.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 28 • YOUTUBE

Marco Grull - Strong cameo off bench Grull registered two shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (five accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 2-0 loss against Hoffenheim.

Impact Grull came off the bench in the 59th minute of Tuesday's 2-0 loss against Hoffenheim and tried to spark a comeback, attempting two shots, creating three key passes and delivering 10 crosses, including three corners, but without success. The forward is going through a difficult stretch, having failed to record a goal contribution in his last 11 matches, and the arrival of Jovan Milosevic during the winter transfer window has added further competition for his spot.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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