Niko Kovac, the head coach of Borussia Dortmund, expressed confidence in the team’s performance during the 2025/26 Bundesliga season. With the last league match against Werder Bremen approaching, Dortmund secured second place following a 3:2 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. This win marked a return to form after a prior loss to Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Kovac Highlights Dortmund’s Achievements
Dortmund accumulated 70 points this season, which is significant compared to previous years. Only once in the last nine seasons have they had a better record at this point, achieving 73 points in the 2018/19 season. A win against Werder would mark the fifth-best season in the club’s history.
Despite the match being less critical for Dortmund, Kovac is determined to end the season successfully. He emphasized the importance of the game, stating, “70 points sound good, but 73 sound even better.” He further noted that achieving 71 points would also be satisfactory, but the main goal is to secure a victory.
Werder Bremen’s Struggles
On the other hand, Werder Bremen has faced a disappointing season. They currently sit at 15th place but have ensured their safety in the league with a six-point cushion over relegation spots. With just 32 points, this ranks as one of their lowest tallies at this stage of the season, ahead of only the 2019/20 and 2020/21 seasons.
Similar to Dortmund, Werder aims to end the season on a high note, despite having only one win in their last six league matches, including four losses and a draw.
Player Focus
- Romano Schmid (Werder Bremen): Schmid has played in all 33 matches this season, leading the team with eight assists.
- Julian Ryerson (Borussia Dortmund): Ryerson excelled this season with 14 assists, ranking among the top performers in European leagues.
Match Preview: Borussia Dortmund vs. Werder Bremen
Dortmund remains unbeaten against Werder in their last six competitive matches, with four wins and two draws. This unbeaten streak is the longest against Bremen since Jürgen Klopp’s era from 2011 to 2014.
| Team | Previous Matchup Wins | Last Home Games |
|---|---|---|
| Dortmund | 50 | 2 wins, 3 draws, 6 losses |
| Werder | 65 | 2 wins, 3 draws, 6 losses |
Although both teams have little on the line, fans can expect an exciting match. The latest probabilities for victory stand at:
- Werder Bremen: 29.5%
- Draw: 24.1%
- Borussia Dortmund: 46.4%
The match promises to be an engaging conclusion to the Bundesliga season for both clubs.
