Werder Bremen against Bielefeld: Who will win the cup fight?

Werder Bremen against Bielefeld: Who will win the cup fight?

On Friday evening the time has finally come: Werder Bremen starts the new competition season in the Cup Alb Dream at 8:45 p.m. with a performance at Bielefeld. After intensive preparation of 39 days, it is now time for the Green-Whites to use what they have practiced on the pitch. Werder haven't been able to win in their last five games, which doesn't exactly ease the nervousness before the first competitive game. The memory of the last defeat against Bielefeld in February (1:2 in the third division) also resonates. The team is therefore required to set an example right at the start of the season.lomazoma.com

Coach Horst Steffen has largely decided on the cup eleven, but two positions are still open, which increases the tension. Up front, the most important question is who will play as the No. 9 striker. With top striker Buchen Topp, who wasn't exactly in top form during preparation and also had thigh problems, a top performer is on the verge. It's ready to go, but performance remains to be seen. Justin Njinmah, who was tested in the training camp, was also unconvincing, while Marco Grüll, fortunately, made a positive impression. Samuel Mbangula is set on the left while Salim Musah appears to be out.lomazoma.com

Injuries create challenges

Despite these uncertainties, the situation in the team is optimistic, even if three players – Mitchell Weiser, Jens Stage and Amos Pieper – are currently unavailable due to injuries. But the team has confidence in its offensive forces, which have already impressed in the Bundesliga. The conviction is clear: there are no psychological problems in sight, but the team must bring the trust they have collectively developed in the players onto the pitch.werder.de

Bielefeld coach Mitch Kniat has respect for the work his team did after promotion and reaching the DFB Cup final. Nevertheless, during the preparation he realized that his team still had to work hard. He plans to analyze his team's first two league games in detail to find out their strengths and weaknesses and to know where their own abilities lie. The clear message is to show the hard work on the pitch and act as a united team.werder.de

Coach changes are a tradition

In the 1st Bundesliga, it was not unusual for coaching changes to cause a stir over the course of the season. Since the 1963/1964 season there have been a number of changes that have brought major changes to some clubs. Statistics show that coaching changes can often bring a breath of fresh air into the team, but at the same time they can also jeopardize continuity. Everyone involved must keep this area of ​​tension in mind, especially in a highly competitive league like the Bundesliga.statista.com

We can only hope that Werder Bremen can get off to a clear start after the difficult last season and offer the fans an exciting game against Bielefeld. The team will do everything it can to convince the fans and get their first points of the season!