AMOS PIEPER NEWS

Five interceptions in return Pieper recorded five interceptions, three clearances and two tackles (one won) during Saturday's 5-0 loss to Bayern Munich. According to him, "For my personal story and my body, it...

Impact Piper made his season debut Saturday after missing the first matches of the season with injury. It has been a rough year for the defender, having only made eight Bundesliga appearances dating back to last season. As long as the defender stays fit, he is set for consistent starts in the back line for the side.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for friendly Pieper (thigh) was on the bench in Thursday's friendly match against Preussen Munster. He entered the game at halftime.

Impact Pieper replaced Anthony Jung and played the entire second half as Bremen lost 3-2 in this friendly contest. This is certainly a good sign regarding Pieper's fitness, and he should be an option to face Mainz on Sep. 15 once the Bundesliga resumes following the international break.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Pieper (thigh) is back in team training, but will not be an option for Saturday's match against Borussia Dortmund, per manager Ole Werner.

Impact It was good news to see Pieper back in team training after picking up a thigh injury in preseason. Because of his history of injuries, the defender will likely be used off the bench once fit, only making seven appearances during the entire 2023/24 campaign.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains thigh injury Pieper picked up a muscle injury to his thigh and is set for an MRI as he is already ruled out for the next few weeks.

Impact Pieper's injury concerns continue as he picked up a new thigh injury that will likely keep him out of the start of the Bundesliga season. He only featured in seven games in 2023/24, having dealt with several different injuries throughout the season.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Pieper (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg.

Impact Pieper returns for the first time since October after starting last week in a friendly against Hannover. The defender is a regular starter when fully fit, but will likely be eased back into match action from the bench.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Pieper (ankle) is expected to return during the international break, Kicker reports.

Impact Pieper is expected to get back on the pitch during some international break friendlies. He's been slowly making his way back into group and team training and is nearing a return to the starting XI. Pieper's first chance to get back in the Bundesliga could come as soon as a March 30 clash with Wolfsburg.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

One bench Saturday Pieper is fit and in the match day squad to face Union Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Pieper returns from a muscle strain which has kept him out of Werder's past two contests. The defender starts from the bench with Marco Friedl maintaining his role in Bremen's back three.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Union Berlin Pieper (strain) returned to team training Thursday and is expected to play Saturday versus Union Berlin. "Pieper was back on the training pitch today and is an option for the squad...

Impact Pieper could return to the lineup Saturday after missing the last two matches with a strain. He has been averaging about 5.1 clearances per game while also logging in 13 tackles (10 won) his last six games.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins individual training Pieper (strain) is back on the grass with some individual training Tuesday.

Impact Pieper is not too far along from returning to team training after missing the last two matches with a strain. He had been a regular starter in the defense for the team, recording six starts in six appearances while totaling 31 clearances in that span.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting Wednesday return Pieper (strain) is expected to return to training Wednesday, Deichstube reports.

Impact Pieper is hoping to get back in full team training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's clash with Union Berlin. If Pieper get back on the training ground Wednesday he'd be on pace to return to the starting XI against Union. If Pieper is fit he should replace Anthony Jung who was forced out of position for Friday's clash with Dortmund.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up muscle injury Pieper was only training individually on Monday due to a muscle injury, ahead of Friday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Pieper's availability for the opening match after the international break is now in jeopardy after only training individually on Monday. It's an unfortunate loss for Breman, as the defender has been their number-one guy in the central defense and is yet to miss a match this season. If the German cannot compete on Friday, expect Milos Veljkovic or Christian Gross to take his starting role.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts opening friendly Pieper (wrist) got the start in the first pre-season friendly against Oldenburg.

Impact Pieper took over in the starting XI to open the first pre-season friendly against Oldenburg. The defender is one of the first names on the team sheet when fit and should be a consistent starter when fit to open 2023-24.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting full return Pieper is nearing a return to full team training, manager Ole Werner told reporters.

Impact Pieper is recovering well from an ankle surgery and is expected to return to full team training during the second week of pre-season training. The center-back missed the final six weeks of the 2022-23 Bundesliga.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in training Pieper (ankle) trained individually Monday, Werder Bremen announced.

Impact Pieper returned to individual training as he makes his way back from a long-term ankle injury. The defender was sidelined for the final six weeks of the Bundesliga, but is now aiming to return for the 2023-24 pre-season.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Pieper (wrist) will miss the last match of the season against Union Berlin on Saturday, according to manager Ole Werner.

Impact Pieper has not been able to start a match since March 17 with a few stints on the injured list. During his first season with the club, he's totaled 22 starts in 29 appearances, recording two goals, one assist, 88 clearances and 46 tackles (30 won). The defender will be back for his second season with Bremen for his second year in his four-year contract.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for Sunday Pieper is not in the match day squad to face RB Leipzig on Sunday.

Impact Pieper misses out as he continues to recover from a knee injury suffered last week against Bayern. Pieper was training on his own in the buildup to the match, so he could return by next week against Koln.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Pieper (kneecap) was seen training individually ahead of Sunday's match against RB Leipzig.

Impact Pieper participated in individual training after suffering a patella tendon injury against Bayern Munich last Sunday. He could return back to the bench if he passes fitness for the Leipzig clash, making just one start in the last five games with a goal in that span.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Pieper generated two tackles (one won), three clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Bayern Munich. He was injured and subbed out in the 55th minute.

Impact Pieper took a hard fall and fell on his wrist and was forced to be taken off Saturday. Injuries keep pouring on to the defender, having just come back from an ankle injury. This has cost him to start just once in the last five matches, recording seven clearances and four interceptions in that span.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance in return Pieper recorded one chance in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against SC Freiburg.

Impact Pieper appeared off the bench to play just seven minutes after sitting out last match with an ankle issue. He should return to the starting XI with no problem for Saturday's clash with Herth Berlin at center back, alongside Niklas Stark and Marco Friedl.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Pieper is fit and in the match day squad to face Freiburg on Sunday.

Impact Pieper returns from an ankle injury in time to take up a role in Sunday's squad. The defender starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Sunday Pieper (ankle) participated in parts of training this week and looks good to go for Sunday's clash with SC Freiburg, confirmed manager Ole Werner. "Everything is looking good for A...

Impact Pieper returned to training this week and looks fit to play Sunday. He is likely to start off the bench at minimum, with Niklas Stark, Milos Veljkovic and Marco Friedl the expected back line against Freiburg. The defender could challenge Veljkovic for that starting spot back after making 21 starts in 25 appearances thus far, totaling 82 clearances and 43 tackles (26 won) thus far.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in parts of training Pieper (ankle) participated in parts of training ahead of Sunday's match against SC Freiburg.

Impact This is a promising sign for Pieper, who was forced to sit out last match with an ankle issue. However, he struggled to finish the session Wednesday, which is why he only completed part of training. The defender will continue to be assessed this week to see if he will be ready for Sunday's match. At the moment, Milos Veljkovic will continue to start at center back in his absence.

APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with ankle injury Pieper (ankle) won't be an option for Saturday's clash against Mainz, according to manager Ole Werner. "Amos Pieper won't be in the squad on Saturday. He has ankle problems."

Impact Pieper came off the bench last match and scored, but will have to sit out Saturday after picking up an ankle injury earlier in the week. He's been a regular member of the starting XI this season, making 21 starts in 21 appearances. Milos Veljkovic will start at center back for a second game in a row in his absence against Mainz.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Pieper scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Pieper scored his second of the season a rare goal from the center-back, who came off the bench for the final 15 minutes. Pieper has been a consistent starter, making 25 appearances and 21 starts. Clean sheets haven't been overly available for the center-back, who has earned just one in those 21 starts, while making 82 clearances.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Union Pieper scored a goal off his lone shot and made two clearances during Wednesday's 2-1 loss against Union Berlin.

Impact Pieper opened the scoring for Werder in the 14th minute, heading home a free-kick cross from the left. However, from that point things didn't go well at all. Just four minutes after finding the back of the net, the center-back made a very poor pass to goalkeeper Jiri Pavlenka, who couldn't react on time to prevent the opposition from drawing things level. The lack of defensive production from Pieper during the rest of the contest was something to note and his stat line suffered the effects of his performance. Anyway, despite the bad game, Pieper remains of Bundesliga's best at his position and he should bounce back quickly.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE