1. FC Köln vs Werder Bremen

1. FC Köln saw their run of results interrupted by a heavy defeat to VfB Stuttgart early in September, though they previously secured a narrow victory over 1899 Hoffenheim. Their home record remains steady, with no defeat in their three most recent fixtures at this venue. Werder Bremen responded to an away loss against SC Freiburg by claiming a victory at home over RB Leipzig in their latest outing. While they have been productive in front of goal, their recent away performance in the league was a difficult one.

• 1. FC Köln are without T. Hubers for this fixture due to injury.
• L. Waldschmidt, S. El Mala, and S. Sebulonsen are all in doubt for the home side.
• Werder Bremen must contend with the absence of F. Agu, J. Njinmah, J. Stage, and K. Topp.
• 1. FC Köln enter the match with an eight-day rest period, one day more than their visitors.

With both sides level on points and form, this looks like a closely contested encounter. 1. FC Köln hold the advantage of a slightly longer rest period and an unbeaten streak in their recent home matches, which may help them edge the proceedings.

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