Bundesliga Regular Season - 16
Werder Bremen 0 - 2 FT 1899 Hoffenheim
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
A. Prass (A. Kramaric) 44'
HT
47' J. Milosevic
W. Burger 51'
G. Promel 54'
↓ A. Kramaric ↑O. Kabak 59'
59' ↓ O. Deman ↑S. Mbangula
59' ↓ J. Njinmah ↑M. Grull
64' R. Schmid
73' J. Stage
↓ T. Lemperle ↑M. Moerstedt 76'
76' ↓ C. Puertas ↑P. Covic
76' ↓ J. Malatini ↑K. Topp
O. Baumann 90'+4
↓ A. Prass ↑K. Akpoguma 90'+6
Bernardo 90'+7
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Werder Bremen
Goalkeepers
Mio Backhaus 
SIEVE
33%
save %
33%
save %
2
conceded
1
saves
Defenders
Julián Malatini 
LATE SHIFT
14
late mins
14
late mins
76
total mins
76
entry
Senne Lynen 
SWEEPER
4
cleanups
4
cleanups
3
interceptions
1
blocks
Karim Coulibaly 
STORMTROOPER
1
shots
1
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Midfielders
Yukinari Sugawara
STORMTROOPER
2
shots
2
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Romano Schmid
STORMTROOPER
2
shots
2
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Cameron Puertas 
PROVOCATEUR
3
fouls won
3
fouls won
6
Duels Won
0
pens won
Jens Stage
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
99
total mins
Started
entry
Olivier Deman
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
59
total mins
59
entry
Forwards
Jovan Milošević
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
99
total mins
Started
entry
Justin Njinmah
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
59
total mins
59
entry
BENCH
Karl Hein 
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
Mick Schmetgens
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Wesley Adeh
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Patrice Čović
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
23
total mins
Started
entry
Isak Hansen Aarøen
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
Samuel Mbangula 
ARCHITECT
3
key passes
3
key passes
0
assists
19%
pass acc
Marco Grüll
ARCHITECT
3
key passes
3
key passes
0
assists
14%
pass acc
Keke Topp
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
23
total mins
Started
entry
1899 Hoffenheim
Goalkeepers
Oliver Baumann
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
99
total mins
Started
entry
Defenders
Vladimír Coufal
STORMTROOPER
1
shots
1
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Robin Hranáč 
SHIELD
3
blocks
3
blocks
0
interceptions
1
tackles
Albian Hajdari
PROVOCATEUR
2
fouls won
2
fouls won
3
Duels Won
0
pens won
Bernardo
STORMTROOPER
1
shots
1
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Midfielders
Leon Avdullahu 
MAGNET
70
activity
70
activity
56
passes
14
duels
Grischa Prömel 
SNIPER
100%
conversion
100%
conversion
1
goals
1
shots
Wouter Burger 
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
mistake
0
mistake
1
fouls
6.2
rating
Andrej Kramarić 
PROVIDER
1
assists
1
assists
2
key passes
7.2
rating
Alexander Prass
SNIPER
50%
conversion
50%
conversion
1
goals
2
shots
Forwards
Tim Lemperle
LATE SHIFT
14
late mins
14
late mins
76
total mins
76
entry
BENCH
Luca Philipp
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
Ozan Kabak
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
40
total mins
Started
entry
Kevin Akpoguma
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
3
total mins
Started
entry
Valentin Gendrey
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Muhammed Damar
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Bazoumana Touré
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Fisnik Asllani
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Max Moerstedt
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
23
total mins
Started
entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/02/2025 | Werder Bremen | 1 - 3 | 1899 Hoffenheim | Bundesliga | Weserstadion |
| 29/09/2024 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 3 - 4 | Werder Bremen | Bundesliga | PreZero Arena |
| 03/03/2024 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 2 - 1 | Werder Bremen | Bundesliga | PreZero Arena |
| 07/10/2023 | Werder Bremen | 2 - 3 | 1899 Hoffenheim | Bundesliga | wohninvest WESERSTADION |
| 02/04/2023 | Werder Bremen | 1 - 2 | 1899 Hoffenheim | Bundesliga | wohninvest WESERSTADION |
| 07/10/2022 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 1 - 2 | Werder Bremen | Bundesliga | PreZero Arena |
| 21/02/2021 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 4 - 0 | Werder Bremen | Bundesliga | PreZero Arena |
| 25/10/2020 | Werder Bremen | 1 - 1 | 1899 Hoffenheim | Bundesliga | wohninvest WESERSTADION |
| 26/01/2020 | Werder Bremen | 0 - 3 | 1899 Hoffenheim | Bundesliga | wohninvest WESERSTADION |
| 24/08/2019 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 3 - 2 | Werder Bremen | Bundesliga | PreZero Arena |
16/02/2025
29/09/2024
03/03/2024
07/10/2023
02/04/2023
07/10/2022
21/02/2021
25/10/2020
26/01/2020
24/08/2019
Werder Bremen Win
1899 Hoffenheim Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 16 GD: +51
P: 16 GD: +14
P: 15 GD: +11
P: 16 GD: +10
P: 16 GD: +6
P: 15 GD: +9
P: 16 GD: 0
P: 16 GD: 0
P: 16 GD: -3
P: 16 GD: -2
P: 16 GD: -2
P: 15 GD: -10
P: 16 GD: -10
P: 16 GD: -12
P: 16 GD: -15
P: 15 GD: -13
P: 16 GD: -21
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
Ten-Man Hoffenheim Outlast Bremen Barrage
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. A masterclass in clinical finishing saw a ten-man visitor side defy the statistics to leave Bremen empty-handed.
The Opening Act
The atmosphere at the Weserstadion was electric as Werder Bremen looked to assert dominance early on. The Intensity was palpable as the hosts peppered the opposition goal with a total of 26 shots throughout the evening. Samuel Mbangula was the primary orchestrator for the hosts, providing three key passes and keeping the backline under constant duress with his direct running. However, football is often a game of efficiency rather than sheer volume. While Bremen controlled possession with 57%, they lacked the clinical edge required to break the deadlock. Just before the interval, 1899 Hoffenheim delivered a stinging blow against the run of play. In the 44th minute, A. Kramaric turned provider, feeding A. Prass who finished with composure. It was a classic counter-punch that left the home support stunned.
The Pivot
The second half began with a moment that should have shifted the Balance of power firmly back toward the hosts. In the 51st minute, W. Burger was shown a straight red card for a reckless foul, leaving the visitors to defend their slender lead with only ten men. With the home crowd sensing a comeback, the narrative took an unexpected turn just three minutes later. Rather than retreating into a defensive shell, Hoffenheim struck again with ruthless precision. G. Promel found space in the box and doubled the lead in the 54th minute, a goal that effectively sucked the air out of the stadium. It was a remarkable show of resilience that defied the numerical disadvantage. Bremen’s inability to capitalize on their man advantage highlighted a lack of tactical flexibility against a well-organized defensive structure.
The Resolution
Bremen’s desperation grew as the clock ticked down, leading to a frantic final half-hour dominated by long balls and crosses. They thought they had found a lifeline in the 64th minute when R. Schmid found the back of the net, but the celebrations were quickly cut short. Following a VAR review, the goal was disallowed for offside, further demoralizing a side that had already fired nearly 30 attempts at goal. For Hoffenheim, the Stakes were immense in their pursuit of European football, and this victory away from home reinforces their top-six credentials. Despite the high shot volume and set-piece pressure, the visitors' defensive grit ensured there would be no Upset in Northern Germany. The result leaves Bremen languishing in mid-table, ruing a lack of finishing quality, while the visitors celebrate a gritty three points.
Key Questions
How did the red card for W. Burger impact the match?
Paradoxically, it galvanized the visitors. Despite losing a man, they scored their second goal just three minutes later, effectively ending Bremen's hopes of a comeback.
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.
Hoffenheim's Title Credentials Face Bremen's Desperation
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. A genuine six-pointer: Hoffenheim chase European football, while Bremen scramble for survival.
The Setup
Hoffenheim's 27-point haul sits comfortably in fifth place—eight wins from 15 matches, a Balance that screams European ambition. Bremen, meanwhile, are drowning. Four wins from 15 games, a -10 goal difference, and a form sheet that reads DLLDL. The Stakes couldn't be clearer: Hoffenheim cement their top-six credentials; Bremen arrest a freefall toward mid-table irrelevance.
Key Battle
Hoffenheim's attacking press versus Bremen's defensive fragility—a tactical war over tempo and space. The visitors will suffocate possession; Bremen must absorb pressure and strike on transition. Whoever controls the midfield's rhythm controls the 90 minutes.
Our Prediction
Hoffenheim 2-1. The visitors dominate the first half, dictating play at the Weserstadion. Bremen rally late—desperation breeds urgency—but Hoffenheim's composure prevails. A gritty, competitive affair that settles decisively in the final 20 minutes.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Absolutely. Hoffenheim's ambition meets Bremen's desperation—genuine stakes, likely goals, real intensity.
What's the predicted outcome?
Hoffenheim 2-1. Visitors dominate early, Bremen fight back late but fall short.
Where do these teams sit in the table?
Hoffenheim 5th (27 points), Bremen 10th (17 points). A genuine six-pointer in the standings.
What is Bremen's current form?
Dire: DLLDL. One win in five matches, leaky defence, blunt attack. Crisis territory.
Who is expected to win?
Hoffenheim at 40.8% probability. Bremen 33.5%, draw 25.7%. Tight margins—Bremen's home ground matters.
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.