Werder Bremen Team News Page 5 - Soccer

Marco Friedl - Busy defensively Friedl had four tackles (four won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Borussia Dortmund. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 60th minut...

Impact Friedl had plenty to do behind the ball during Saturday's draw, as he did his best to contain Dortmund's counter attacks. The clean sheet is a nice reward for Friedl and co. who just missed out on a winner after Dortmund had Nico Schlotterbeck sent off. Frield should continue in the starting XI as the center-piece of this Bremen backline.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Marvin Ducksch - Frustrated in draw Ducksch registered three shots (one on goal), 11 crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Ducksch had plenty of time on the ball, especially after Dortmund went down to 10 men, but even then he struggled for any sort of end product. The attacker only had a single accurate cross and only one of his shots was on net. It was a frustrating day for Ducksch, who was largely let down by the attacking options surrounding him.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Milos Veljkovic - Ruled out Saturday Veljkovic (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Dortmund on Saturday.

Impact Veljkovic played the entirety of last week's opener against Augsburg, but picked up an issue in the training which will keep him out of Saturday's match. The defender is replaced in the starting XI by Anthony Jung.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Milos Veljkovic - Limited to individual training Veljkovic was limited to individual training Friday and is now questionable for Saturday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Veljkovic looks likely to be a late call for Saturday's match, with the defender having picked up an undisclosed issue this week. He started in their opening match of the season, so this will force a change if he is unable to player. That said, if fit, he will likely see the start, but if not, expect Julian Malatini to start in his place.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Derrick Kohn - Loaned to Bremen Kohn completed a loan move to Bremen from Galatasaray, the club announced.

Impact Kohn made a loan switch to Bremen from Galatasaray. The defender should compete for more minutes with Bremen, though at first he will likely just be a depth option for the first team.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Amos Pieper - 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

Mitchell Weiser - Provides two assists Weiser had two assists while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing five times (one accurate) and creating three chances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Augsburg.

Impact Weiser set up both Bremen goals on the day while leading his side in both crosses and chances created. The wing-back has been a consistent attacking threat since joining Bremen in 2022 with Saturday's output putting him a fifth of the way to last year's goal involvement total after one match.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Zetterer - Concedes twice in season opener Zetterer allowed two goals while making a save during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Augsburg.

Impact Zetterer conceded two first half goals, but blanked Augsburg in the second half as Bremen came from behind to earn a point. The keeper will face a more difficult test next time out against Dortmund.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Agu - Scores rare goal Agu scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing four times accurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Augsburg.

Impact Agu found the back of the net in the 12th minute to open the scoring in Saturday's match. The goal was a rare one for Agu as he hadn't scored in the Bundesliga since 2020.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Njinmah - Scores as substitute Njinmah scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once accurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Augsburg.

Impact Njinmah entered the match at halftime and scored Bremen's second goal in the 58th minute. The attacker had eight goal involvements in 24 appearances last season, but has yet to be able to carve out a consistent role in the starting XI.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Jens Stage - Starts in DFB Pokal Stage started and played 70 minutes in Monday's 3-1 DFB Pokal win against Energie Cottbus.

Impact Stage had picked up knee problems around a week ago, as he was held out of training following a friendly due to the issues. However, he trained just a day later and has now returned to the field, as he was given a starting role Monday. This leaves him fit for the start of the Bundesliga season, which is great news for the club as he is set to be a regular starter.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jens Stage - Trains individually Stage (knee) trained individually Thursday, according to his club.

Impact Stage missed out on practice Wednesday after concerns about a knee injury. However, the midfielder appears to only be dealing with minor issues, as he was back on the training pitch working individually Thursday. He will be a close call to get the go in their season opener, with that match just a week away and taking place on Aug. 24 against Augsburg.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jens Stage - Picks up knee problems Stage was held out of practice Wednesday due to a knee injury he picked up in a friendly, according to his club.

Impact Stage is now in question for the club's opening match of the season, as he is dealing with knee issues after picking up a knock in a friendly. However, the injury appears to be minor, with the club taking the cautious route to ensure his fitness for the start of the season. That said, he will likely be an option to face Augsburg on Aug. 24, although if he isn't, expect Leonardo Bittencourt to start in his place.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Dikeni Rafid Salifou - Picks up calf issue Salifou went down in Wednesday's training session due to a calf issue, according to his club.

Impact Salifou has picked up an issue and has been added to the injury list, as he went down during training due to a calf issue. This could be a brutal blow for the club, with the midfielder status for the start of the campaign now up in the air, possibly missing opening day due to his problems. However, he has yet to play for the club's first team, so it shouldn't be a major absence even if he does miss the start of the season.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Amos Pieper - 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

Felix Agu - Signs extension Agu has agreed on a contract extension with Werder Bremen.

Impact Agu joined the team back in 2020, finishing his first full season with the side. This resulted in 19 starts in 24 appearances, totaling 46 crosses (10 won), 45 tackles (29 won) and 38 clearances.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Burke - Plays in friendly Burke (undisclosed) was able to start during Sunday's 2-0 preseason win over Verden.

Impact Burke was able to train during preseason on his won as he got minutes on the pitch during their first match of the summer. He is coming off a season on loan from Birmingham, recording 11 starts in 21 appearances while totaling 17 crosses (one accurate), 12 tackles (eight won) and nine clearances.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Burke - Training on his own Burke is training individually as he works his way back to full fitness ahead of the start of the 2024/25 season, manager Ole Werner told media Friday. "All of the boys are healthy...

Impact Burke spent the 2023/24 season on loan at Birmingham in the Championship, where he made 11 starts in 21 appearances, totaling 17 crosses (one accurate), 12 tackles and nine clearances. His rehab process during the pre-season will ultimately be when he'll be ready to make an appearance for Bremen, but the goal remains to be healthy for the start of the 2024/25 Bundesliga campaign.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Burke - Finishes season with Birmingham Burke has completed his loan stay with Birmingham and will return to Werder Bremen ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Impact Burke completed another season in the EFL after spending last season on loan with Birmingham. He made 11 starts in 21 appearances, totaling 17 crosses (one accurate), 12 tackles and nine clearances. The forward will return to Germany with Werder Bremen for the 2024/25 campaign.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Romano Schmid - Swings in five crosses in Turkey game Schmid created one scoring chance and had five crosses (two accurate), one tackle (zero won) and three corners in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Turkey.

Impact Schmid had a solid display in offense and padded his stats with a few set pieces. He has scored once in four appearances in Germany (two starts), recording three key passes, seven crosses (two accurate) and four corner kicks.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Bochum Has To Go To Relegation! | Werder Bremen - VfL Bochum 4-1 | Highlights | MD 34 – Bundesliga

MAY 19 • YOUTUBE

Anthony Jung - Nets key goal in victory Jung scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 win against Bochum.

Impact Jung scored the decisive second goal of Werder Bremen's 4-1 victory over Vfl Bochum on Saturday. The goal was his first of the campaign on the final day of the season. After scoring twice and providing five assists over 34 appearances (32 starts) during the previous league campaign, Jung's offensive production diminished this season, with Saturday's goal being his lone goal contribution over 31 appearances (30 starts) in 2023-2024.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

11 In A Row: Sesko Saves RB | RB Leipzig - SV Werder Bremen 1-1 | Highlights | MD 33 – BL 23/24

MAY 12 • YOUTUBE

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MAY 11 • YOUTUBE

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APRIL 28 • YOUTUBE

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