Werder Bremen is set to host Holstein Kiel in a Bundesliga showdown at Weserstadion this Saturday.
Take a look at our predictions for the upcoming match between Werder Bremen and Holstein Kiel, along with the latest odds.
Werder Bremen’s Recent Form
Werder Bremen will be desperate to bounce back after losing 4-1 to Borussia Mönchengladbach in their last encounter. Bremen had 53% of the possession in the game and had 15 shots on goal, 5 of which were successful. Marco Friedl (own goal) and Keke Topp scored Bremen’s goals. Borussia Mönchengladbach, meanwhile, took advantage of their opportunities, scoring four times.
Recent matches involving Werder Bremen have been thrilling, featuring a total of 24 goals across their last six games—an average of 4 goals per match, with 12 coming from Bremen. However, they are currently struggling at home, having not secured a victory in their last four home games.
Holstein Kiel’s Recent Performance
Holstein Kiel comes into this game off a close 1-0 victory against Heidenheim. They possessed 46% of the ball and attempted 11 shots, six of them were on target. Patrick Erras, Kiel’s top player, scored the game-winning goal. However, Kiel’s defensive record has been worrying, with opponents scoring 13 goals in their previous six games.
Kiel has also struggled on the road, failing to win in their last four league away games.
Head-to-Head History
The last encounter between these teams was in the 2. Bundesliga on April 29, 2022, where Holstein Kiel triumphed 3-2 over Werder Bremen. In that match, Bremen held 62% possession and had 19 attempts on goal, with goals coming from Niklas Füllkrug and Marvin Ducksch. Kiel scored through Julian Korb.
Team News
Werder Bremen
Manager Ole Werner will be without Marco Grüll, Leon Opitz, and Skelly Alvero for this match. Bremen is expected to adopt a 3-4-2-1 formation, likely featuring Michael Zetterer, Julian Malatini, Marco Friedl, Amos Pieper, Felix Agu, Jens Stage, Senne Lynen, Olivier Deman, Leonardo Bittencourt, Romano Schmid, and Marvin Ducksch.
Holstein Kiel
Holstein Kiel manager Marcel Rapp faces some injury concerns, with Alexander Bernhardsson, Andu Kelati, Lewis Holtby, Carl Johansson, and Colin Kleine-Bekel unavailable. Kiel will likely set up in a 3-5-2 formation, including Timon Weiner, Marko Ivezic, Patrick Erras, Max Geschwill, Lasse Rosenboom, Nicolai Remberg, Magnus Knudsen, Armin Gigovic, Tymoteusz Puchacz, Steven Skrzybski, and Phil Harres.
Prediction
When taking into account the present performance of both clubs, we estimate that Werder Bremen will capitalize on a number of scoring chances. In spite of the fact that Holstein Kiel could have a difficult time breaking through the defence, we anticipate that they will score at least one goal. We anticipate that Werder Bremen will win by a score of 3-1.
Betting Odds
According to the most recent odds, supporting Werder Bremen to win is the most favourable choice at 1.64, followed by a tie at 4.4 and a Holstein Kiel triumph at 4.62. These odds represent the most tempting betting options available.
Werder Bremen vs. Holstein Kiel Prediction Tips November 09, 2024
