Werder Bremen vs Bayer Leverkusen
Bundesliga
Saturday
25th November 2023
Weser-Stadion
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the Bundesliga fixture between Werder Bremen and Bayer Leverkusen.
Werder Bremen vs Bayer Leverkusen: Preview
Werder Bremen form analysis
SV Werder Bremen have emerged as a surprise package under coach Ole Werner. They made an exciting start despite defeat at home to Hoffenheim 2-3, coming from behind twice through Schmid and Stage. Narrow 1-0 loss away at Borussia Dortmund displayed developing defensive rigidity and organisation to frustrate quality attacks. This growth continued claiming an accomplished 2-0 home win over Union Berlin, before striker Ducksch netted again salvaging a point away at Wolfsburg.
However, momentum stalled, drawing a disjointed game at home against Eintracht Frankfurt 2-2 thanks to goals from in-form striker Borré and Ducksch. Overall, Werder have showcased both defensive steel and attacking threat led by the prolific Ducksch. Staying focused and managing tense situations better would aid their counters. Addressing passive second half displays can help them control matches. If productivity is shared and conviction continues growing, Werder could emerge as contenders for Europe as their stable base stays strong.
Bayer Leverkusen form analysis
Leverkusen beat local rivals Köln 3-0 led by veteran Hofmann. Better defensive organisation complemented their attacking talent as left back Grimaldo’s set piece delivery saw them edge out Wolfsburg 2-1. This balance continued at home dismantling Freiburg 2-1 thanks to goals from returning star Wirtz and Hofmann. However familiar issues defending crosses resurfaced in an entertaining 3-2 win away at Hoffenheim despite another Grimaldo masterclass.
Comprehensive performance returned blowing away a poor Union Berlin 4-0, as new recruits Kossounou and Tella impressed alongside the brilliant Grimaldo. Overall, Leverkusen have showcased impressive productivity and control in midfield led by Wirtz. Blending experience like Hofmann with emerging academy talents could make them devastating going forward. But greater authority dealing with direct approaches is still required defensively. If Gerrard can achieve this, while creativity stays high, Leverkusen could emerge as Bayern’s biggest challengers this season.
