Verdict: Bayern Munich win
Best Odds: 2/5
Bookmaker: Luckster
Turning their attention back to Bundesliga action on Saturday afternoon, Bayern Munich will travel to Werder Bremen this weekend.
Werder Bremen
Starting with the hosts, while Werder Bremen might have shocked many last season as they secured a top-half finish among Germany’s elite, the River Islanders have come crashing back down to earth in an infamous fashion this time around. Scrapping it out at the foot of the Bundesliga standings and breaking plenty of unwanted records, Daniel Thioune’s downbeat squad also open this weekend’s fixtures sat in the relegation play-off spot. With a huge battle on their hands in the race to keep hold of their top-flight status in 2026, Bremen have continued to show a string of glaring issues. Last seen putting in another toothless display as they slumped to a 1-0 defeat away at Freiburg, Saturday’s hosts have failed to win any of their last 11 consecutive Bundesliga appearances (seven defeats, four draws).
Werder Bremen Team News
All still dealing with respective knee injuries, Werder Bremen will once again be unable to call upon the trio of Mitchell Weiser, Amos Pieper and former Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface. Likewise, still trying to find full fitness and not featuring since opening 2026, Niklas Stark is not expected to play any part here.
However, making a cameo appearance off the bench last week, Nigerian international Felix Agu should get some more minutes under his belt. Despite only notching a single strike since the start of December, Borussia Dortmund loanee Justin Njinmah will lead Bremen’s attack.
Bayern Munich
As for the visitors, reclaiming their Bundesliga crown at a canter last season, Bayern Munich are set to shatter even more domestic records this time around. Making a real statement last weekend as they stormed their way to a stellar 5-1 romp against European chasers Hoffenheim, Vincent Kompany’s men have gained a fearsome reputation from across the continent. In fact, opening up this weekend’s fixtures holding a six-point buffer at the top of the table, the former Burnley boss has also seen his squad suffer just a sole Bundesliga defeat so far this season. Extending on their DFP Pokal adventure earlier in the week as they claimed a 2-0 win against fellow German giants RB Leipzig, Munich are rightfully installed as a landslide contender here. It should also be noted, Kompany’s side cruised to a 4-0 victory when they welcomed Werder Bremen to the Allianz for their reverse meeting on September 26th.
Bayern Munich Team News
Ahead of Saturday’s showdown, Bayern Munich have reported a clean bill of health and have no injury concerns. Recently returning from a minor knock, Portuguese international defender Raphael Guerreiro could make a first Bundesliga appearance since January 14th.
Enjoying another record-breaking run and notching 24 goals in his 21 Bundesliga appearances this season, England skipper Harry Kane will lead the line. German playmaker Jamal Musiala could make a first Bundesliga start of the season on Saturday afternoon.
Werder Bremen vs Bayern Munich Key Factors to Consider
- When Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich met for their reverse Bundesliga battle on September 26th, the reigning German champions claimed a routine 4-0 victory at the Allianz.
- In fact, Bayern have won all of their previous eight consecutive meetings against Saturday’s hosts.
- Werder Bremen have failed to win any of their last 11 consecutive Bundesliga appearances (seven defeats, four draws).
- Bayern Munich have recorded 79 goals in their 21 Bundesliga appearances this season.
- England skipper Harry Kane has registered 24 goals in his 21 Bundesliga appearances this season.
Conclusion
Opening this weekend’s fixtures holding a six-point buffer over the chasing pack, Bayern Munich will be looking to make another title statement here. Storming their way to a routine 4-0 romp when they welcomed Werder Bremen to the Allianz for their reverse meeting on September 26th, Kompany’s side hold a dominant record against the River Islanders. In fact, winning all of their previous eight straight showdowns, Bayern’s all-star attack will be smelling a golden opportunity.
Verdict: Bayern Munich win
Best Odds: 2/5
Bookmaker: Luckster
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