Kick-off: Sunday, 19 January 2025, at 4:30 PM

On Sunday, 19th January 2025, Werder Bremen will host FC Augsburg at the Weserstadion for the 18th at 4:30pm matchday of the Bundesliga. Werder Bremen is the slight favourite for this match and will be looking to secure all three points at home, while Augsburg will try to get something from the game, despite their fluctuating form this season. The recent encounters between the two teams have often been high-scoring, making the “Over 2.5 Goals” bet particularly appealing.

Form Analysis: Werder Bremen

Werder Bremen currently sits in 9th place in the Bundesliga with 26 points from 17 matches. In their last five games, they have won two, drawn two, and lost one. Bremen has been strong at home, earning 13 points from eight home games.

Offensively, they are well-positioned with players like Marvin Ducksch (4 goals) and Mitchell Weiser (3 goals), who provide plenty of goal-scoring opportunities. Ducksch plays a major role in the attack, not only scoring but also assisting. Werder often relies on fast counterattacks and high intensity, which can lead to high-scoring games.

However, Werder’s defence has shown some weaknesses that Augsburg could exploit. They have conceded 32 goals this season, which makes their defensive work unstable. In recent home games against stronger teams like Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, they conceded multiple goals. This suggests an open, attacking game in which both Werder Bremen and Augsburg are likely to score.

Key Players:

  • Marvin Ducksch: The striker is the most important player in Werder Bremen’s attack. His ability to score and create chances will be crucial.
  • Mitchell Weiser: The quick winger provides a lot of danger on the flanks. With his crosses and runs, he can put Augsburg’s defence under pressure.
  • Michael Zetterer: The goalkeeper will play a key role in stopping Augsburg’s attacks and preventing the game from slipping out of hand. In recent games, he has made important saves to secure victories for Werder.

Form Analysis: FC Augsburg

Augsburg is currently in 12th place in the Bundesliga with 19 points from 17 matches. In their last five games, they have won one, drawn one, and lost three. Augsburg has struggled away from home, having only earned eight points from eight away games, underlining their weaknesses on the road.

Their attacking line, led by Philipp Tietz (5 goals) and Ruben Vargas (3 goals), has worked well in the past season, but there are inconsistencies in their offensive play this season.

Augsburg has shown that they can surprise teams from the lower half of the table. Their strengths lie in fast counterattacks, and players like Tietz and Vargas will try to put Werder Bremen under pressure with well-timed attacks. However, Augsburg’s defence has been a weak point, having conceded 33 goals so far, which is particularly evident in away games. Augsburg’s goalkeeper Labrovic will play a crucial role in keeping Werder Bremen at bay.

Key Players:

  • Philipp Tietz: The striker is Augsburg’s main attacking threat and will aim to break through Werder’s defence. His heading ability and presence in the box make him a constant danger.
  • Ruben Vargas: The offensive player from Augsburg poses a threat with his quick runs and precise shots. He will look to outsmart Werder’s full-backs.
  • Nediljko Labrovic: The goalkeeper will be crucial in Augsburg’s defence. If he’s not in top form, Werder Bremen could exploit weaknesses in Augsburg’s backline.

Head-to-Head Comparison

In the last five encounters between Werder Bremen and Augsburg, Werder Bremen has won three times, Augsburg once, and there was one draw. The most recent meeting in the 2023/24 season ended in a 2-1 victory for Werder Bremen. Werder has generally had the upper hand against Augsburg at home, and their attacking qualities seem stronger this season.

Tactical Analysis

Werder Bremen is likely to play in a 4-3-3 formation. Marvin Ducksch will act as the central striker, supported by Mitchell Weiser and Marco Grull on the wings. Werder will look to break down Augsburg’s defence with fast counterattacks and high pressing. Their offensive power will be complemented by the creative midfield of Jens Stage and the defensive stability of Milos Veljkovic and Niklas Stark.

Augsburg will likely set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Philipp Tietz as the central attacking figure. Ruben Vargas and Arne Maier will control the midfield and look for quick counterattacks to challenge Werder Bremen. Their defence will try to make things difficult for Werder but will be tested by Bremen’s attacking strength.

Expected Line-ups:

  • Werder Bremen (4-3-3): Zetterer – Agu, Friedl, Veljkovic, Kabore – Stage, Weiser, Schmid – Ducksch, Burke, Grull
  • FC Augsburg (4-2-3-1): Labrovic – Bauer, Gouweleeuw, Schlotterbeck, Giannoulis – Jakic, Onyeka – Rexhbecaj, Vargas, Maier – Tietz

Betting Options and Odds:

  1. Over 2.5 Goals (Odds: 2.10): Both teams have the offensive power to deliver a high-scoring game.
  2. Both Teams to Score – Yes (Odds: 2.30): Both teams have shown that they are well-equipped offensively and can create chances.
  3. Werder Bremen to Win (Odds: 2.25): Werder enters this game as the favourite, especially due to their strong home form and offensive quality.

Bet Tip & Prediction: Werder Bremen – FC Augsburg (19.01.2025)

Werder Bremen has a good chance of winning at home, but Augsburg will not give up easily. The game could be high scoring, with Werder Bremen likely coming out on top.

  • Our Tip: Over 2.5 Goals (Odds: 2.10)
  • Score Prediction: 3:1 for Werder Bremen