Borussia Dortmund vs Werder Bremen

Borussia Dortmund enter this fixture in excellent form, having won all six of their most recent competitive matches, including four Bundesliga victories. Their defensive stability has been a hallmark of this run, with four clean sheets recorded across those matches. Conversely, Werder Bremen have experienced a mixed run, securing three wins while suffering two defeats and a draw in their latest six matches. Their most recent outing was a heavy defeat in a friendly match, though they have been more competitive in the league. With 17 goals scored and only 4 conceded in their recent run, Borussia Dortmund have demonstrated significant offensive output and defensive discipline.

The recent history between these two sides favours the hosts, who have secured two victories and two draws in their most recent four meetings. Borussia Dortmund won the two most recent encounters, keeping a clean sheet in both matches.

• Borussia Dortmund are unbeaten in their last six competitive matches.
• Werder Bremen have several players ruled out including F. Agu, J. Njinmah, J. Stage, K. Topp, M. N'Diaye, S. Alvero and S. Musah, with N. Stark and S. Lynen in doubt.
• Borussia Dortmund have E. Can and G. Konstantelias ruled out, while C. Chukwuemeka remains in doubt.
• Borussia Dortmund's Serhou Guirassy has contributed 4 goals and 2 assists in recent appearances.

Borussia Dortmund have demonstrated superior form and defensive strength, and they maintain a strong record against Werder Bremen. While the visitors possess offensive threats like Marco Grüll, the list of player absences for Werder Bremen is extensive, which may impact their ability to challenge the league leaders. Given the current momentum, the hosts appear well-placed to continue their winning run.

While we have information on several injuries, our records note four further absences for this fixture which are not detailed in the provided list.