Bundesliga Regular Season - 17
Borussia Dortmund 3 - 0 FT Werder Bremen
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
11' N. Schlotterbeck (J. Ryerson)
23' N. Sule
HT
46' ↓ N. Sule ↑E. Can
54' M. Sabitzer
67' ↓ M. Beier ↑S. Guirassy
67' ↓ J. Ryerson ↑D. Svensson
67' ↓ C. Chukwuemeka ↑J. Bellingham
↓ M. Grull ↑J. Milosevic 69'
76' M. Sabitzer (F. Nmecha)
↓ J. Njinmah ↑S. Mbangula 81'
↓ R. Schmid ↑C. Puertas 81'
↓ I. Schmidt ↑O. Deman 81'
83' S. Guirassy (J. Bellingham)
84' ↓ F. Silva ↑K. Adeyemi
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Borussia Dortmund
Goalkeepers
Gregor Kobel 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Niklas Süle
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Waldemar Anton 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
86%
Duel Win %
Nico Schlotterbeck 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
Yan Couto 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
5
Duels Won
83%
Win %
Marcel Sabitzer 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Felix Nmecha 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
42%
Pass Acc
Julian Ryerson 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.6
Rating
Forwards
Maximilian Beier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Carney Chukwuemeka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Fábio Silva
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Alexander Meyer 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Daniel Svensson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Filippo Mané
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emre Can
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jobe Bellingham
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julian Brandt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Salih Özcan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Serhou Guirassy
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Karim Adeyemi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Werder Bremen
Goalkeepers
Mio Backhaus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Amos Pieper 
SWEEPER
7
Cleanups
7
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Marco Friedl
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
3
Blocks
Karim Coulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Yukinari Sugawara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Senne Lynen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jens Stage 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Isaac Schmidt
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Forwards
Romano Schmid 
MAGNET
49
Activity
49
Activity
42
Passes
7
Duels
Marco Grüll
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Justin Njinmah
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
BENCH
Karl Hein
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Olivier Deman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julián Malatini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cameron Puertas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Patrice Čović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Skelly Alvero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jovan Milošević
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Samuel Mbangula
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Keke Topp
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25/01/2025 | Borussia Dortmund | 2 - 2 | Werder Bremen | Bundesliga | SIGNAL IDUNA PARK |
| 31/08/2024 | Werder Bremen | 0 - 0 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | Weserstadion |
| 09/03/2024 | Werder Bremen | 1 - 2 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | wohninvest WESERSTADION |
| 20/10/2023 | Borussia Dortmund | 1 - 0 | Werder Bremen | Bundesliga | BVB Stadion Dortmund |
| 11/02/2023 | Werder Bremen | 0 - 2 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | wohninvest WESERSTADION |
| 20/08/2022 | Borussia Dortmund | 2 - 3 | Werder Bremen | Bundesliga | SIGNAL IDUNA PARK |
| 18/04/2021 | Borussia Dortmund | 4 - 1 | Werder Bremen | Bundesliga | Signal-Iduna-Park |
| 15/12/2020 | Werder Bremen | 1 - 2 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | wohninvest WESERSTADION |
| 22/02/2020 | Werder Bremen | 0 - 2 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | wohninvest WESERSTADION |
| 04/02/2020 | Werder Bremen | 3 - 2 | Borussia Dortmund | DFB Pokal | wohninvest WESERSTADION |
25/01/2025
31/08/2024
09/03/2024
20/10/2023
11/02/2023
20/08/2022
18/04/2021
15/12/2020
22/02/2020
04/02/2020
Borussia Dortmund Win
Werder Bremen Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +53
P: 17 GD: +17
P: 16 GD: +13
P: 17 GD: +7
P: 16 GD: +13
P: 16 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: -1
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -11
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 16 GD: -13
P: 16 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 17 GD: -12
P: 16 GD: -14
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +56
P: 19 GD: +21
P: 20 GD: +20
P: 20 GD: +10
P: 20 GD: +11
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 19 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -16
P: 20 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -16
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Clinical Dortmund Dispatch Bremen at Signal Iduna Park
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 36/100. Borussia Dortmund maintained their relentless pursuit of the league summit with a comprehensive victory that highlighted their superior squad depth and tactical discipline.
Early Dominance and the Opening Salvo
The atmosphere at Signal Iduna Park was electric as Borussia Dortmund asserted their authority with high Intensity from the opening whistle. The early pressure paid dividends in the 11th minute when Nico Schlotterbeck connected with a pinpoint delivery from Julian Ryerson to head the hosts in front. While Werder Bremen managed to edge possession with 54%, it was largely contained in non-threatening areas. Dortmund’s defensive shape was impeccable, restricting the visitors to sporadic attempts. The early breakthrough allowed BVB to dictate the tempo, showcasing a tactical Balance that left Bremen searching for answers against a side that looked dangerous every time they crossed the halfway line.
The Midfield Battle and Sabitzer’s Strike
As the match progressed into the second half, the Stakes became evident for both sides. Bremen attempted to mount a comeback, pushing higher up the pitch, but this only opened up spaces for Dortmund’s rapid counters. Despite Bremen's control of the ball, they lacked the creative spark to break down a resolute yellow wall. The defining moment arrived in the 76th minute when Marcel Sabitzer latched onto a pass from Felix Nmecha to double the lead. This goal essentially killed the contest, deflating a Bremen side that had struggled to turn their possession into meaningful opportunities. The home side’s efficiency was the difference, converting their dominance into a commanding scoreboard advantage while maintaining focus in the defensive third.
Guirassy Seals the Points
The final act belonged to the substitutes, proving the depth available to the Dortmund coaching staff. Serhou Guirassy, introduced in the 67th minute, added a physical dimension that Bremen’s tired defense could not handle. In the 83rd minute, Guirassy found the net following an assist from Jude Bellingham, putting the result beyond any doubt. With a 15-5 shot advantage, the 3-0 scoreline reflected a match where any Upset Factor was systematically extinguished by the hosts. This result keeps Dortmund firmly in the title hunt, while Werder Bremen will reflect on a night where their lack of a clinical edge was ruthlessly exposed. The win reinforces the fortress-like reputation of their home ground as they move forward in the campaign.
Key Questions
How did Nico Schlotterbeck change the game?
Schlotterbeck set the tone by scoring the opening goal in the 11th minute and anchored a defense that secured a vital clean sheet.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Dortmund's Title Credentials on the Line
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 40/100. Borussia Dortmund can tighten their grip on the championship race—or Werder Bremen exploits a rare opening for a stunning upset.
The Setup
The Form is brutally one-sided. Dortmund sits second with 32 points from 15 matches, boasting nine wins and just one loss. Bremen languishes in 10th with 17 points, their recent run (DLLDL) screaming instability. The Balance is equally damning: Dortmund's 26 goals and watertight defence (12 conceded) contrasts sharply with Bremen's anaemic attack and leaky backline (-10 goal difference). The Stakes are unmistakable—in a title race, every point is currency. Dortmund cannot afford a slip-up; Bremen needs a miracle.
Key Battle
The midfield duel will define this encounter. Dortmund's possession-based system targets Bremen's compact but brittle structure. Whoever controls the tempo controls the match. Dortmund will press high and early; Bremen must stay organised and hunt for counter-attacking opportunities. A single defensive lapse from the visitors could prove fatal.
Our Prediction
Dortmund win 3–1. The hosts dominate from kickoff, suffocating Bremen with relentless pressing and technical superiority. An early goal settles nerves. Bremen battles gamely but finds no answers to Dortmund's rhythm. A consolation goal in the second half offers false hope before Dortmund's quality shines through with a late third.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Only if you're tracking Dortmund's title push. Otherwise, expect a one-sided affair with minimal intrigue.
What's the predicted outcome?
Dortmund 3–1 Bremen. The hosts' dominance translates into a comfortable victory with multiple goals.
Where are Dortmund and Bremen in the league table?
Dortmund sit 2nd with 32 points; Bremen are 10th with 17. A 15-point chasm separates them.
What is Werder Bremen's current form?
Poor. Last five: loss, draw, loss, draw, loss. Inconsistency defines their season.
What does this mean for the title race?
Victory keeps Dortmund's championship ambitions alive. Three points are essential in a tight title battle.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.