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Bundesliga’s 31st matchday brings together two mid-table clubs, Werder Bremen and FC Augsburg, both searching for a strong finish as the season heads into its final stretch. The Weser-Stadion is set for a contest between sides with almost identical win rates lately, yet subtle trends and individual performances might tip the balance. Werder Bremen, managed by Daniel Thioune, sits 12th, while Augsburg under Manuel Baum holds 9th, just five points ahead. The reverse fixture ended goalless, but Augsburg snatched a 2-0 win last season in Bremen.
Eyes will be on Jens Stage for Bremen, who’s netted three goals in his last two games, injecting energy into their midfield. On the other side, Fabian Rieder’s recent scoring form for Augsburg (two goals in the last five matches) makes him a significant threat. Neither goalkeeper has been particularly outstanding, so outfield talent could dictate the match’s tempo.
Hot stat: Augsburg remains unbeaten in their last four, drawing three and winning one, while Bremen’s home form is unpredictable, with only one win in their previous four at Weser-Stadion.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Bundesliga 2025/26 Regular Season (Germany) |
| 🏟 Venue: | Weser-Stadion, Bremen |
| 🗓️ Date: | 02.05.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 16:30 CEST |
Werder Bremen vs FC Augsburg prediction
We think this is a match with genuine potential for both teams to score and a decent chance of seeing over 2.5 goals. Both sides have found the net six times in their last five games, but their defences have not been consistent. The bookmakers make Bremen slight favourites (49%), but Augsburg’s unbeaten run and their slight edge in away resilience make them a live threat.
The best value, honestly, might be in backing Both Teams to Score (BTTS). Bremen and Augsburg average high shot counts (Bremen 46, Augsburg 63 in the last five) and commit plenty of fouls—44 for Bremen, 37 for Augsburg—implying an open game with space and mistakes. Both collect yellow cards regularly, so suspensions or risky challenges could influence the game flow. Ball possession isn’t dominant for either, with pass accuracies at 81% (Bremen) and 76% (Augsburg) recently, suggesting end-to-end action rather than controlled build-up.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Both Teams to Score & Over 2.5 Goals |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Over 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | Yes |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 9.5 |
Team Analysis
Werder Bremen’s last match saw them draw 1-1 with Stuttgart, a side fighting for a top-four spot. Bremen’s form across the last five reads as a mixed bag: win, draw, and losses, but their ability to compete against higher-ranked opponents shines through. Jens Stage’s midfield impact, plus Romano Schmid’s contributions (1 goal, 1 assist in 4 games), keep them dangerous, though defensive lapses linger.
Augsburg, by contrast, held Eintracht Frankfurt to a 1-1 draw in their latest outing, extending an unbeaten run. Fabian Rieder has been productive, and Michael Gregoritsch’s return to the scoresheet gives Augsburg an extra option up front. Their tendency for draws hints at resilience but also a struggle to kill games off, yet their recent win over Bayer Leverkusen shows they can upset stronger sides.
Most recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Werder Bremen | FC Augsburg |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 6 | 6 |
| Total shots | 46 | 63 |
| Free kicks | 1 | 1 |
| Corner kicks | 15 | 19 |
| Total fouls | 44 | 37 |
| Pass accuracy (%) | 81 | 76 |
| Interceptions | 31 | 32 |
| Offsides | 10 | 5 |
🚨Check out our dedicated Werder Bremen vs FC Augsburg stats page for more info.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Werder Bremen the favourite
- Moneyline Werder Bremen 2.00 | FC Augsburg 3.78
- Draw 3.98
- Over/Under Over 2.5 1.90 | Under 2.5 1.88
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes 1.67 | No 2.10
Werder Bremen gets a slight edge from the books, but the odds for Augsburg and the draw are far from distant. The low Over/Under split, near evens, shows how open the market views this contest. BTTS is set at a short price, reflecting both clubs’ leaky defences and recent scoring. There’s no runaway favourite—punters will find value if they back action on both ends.
Werder Bremen. Source: Official Facebook
Possible Starting Lineups
Werder Bremen possible starting eleven
- GK: Mio Backhaus
- DF: Marco Friedl, Niklas Stark, Amos Pieper
- MF: Senne Lynen, Olivier Deman, Leonardo Bittencourt, Yukinari Sugawara
- MF: Jens Stage, Romano Schmid
- FW: Justin Njinmah
This selection draws from players with the most recent appearances, balanced across their favoured 3-4-2-1 setup. Backhaus takes the gloves, with Friedl, Stark, and Pieper as a three-man back line. Sugawara’s crossing from the right and Deman’s energy on the left create opportunities for Stage and Schmid to push forward. Njinmah remains the likely lone striker, but watch for Stage’s attacking runs from midfield—he’s in scoring form and a livewire.
FC Augsburg possible starting eleven
- GK: Finn Gilbert Dahmen
- DF: Cedric Zesiger, Arthur Chaves, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw
- MF: Dimitrios Giannoulis, Marius Wolf, Robin Fellhauer, Anton Kade
- MF: Fabian Rieder, Alexis Claude-Maurice
- FW: Michael Gregoritsch
Augsburg also looks set for a 3-4-2-1. Dahmen has started the last four. Gouweleeuw, Chaves, and Zesiger form a reliable back three, with Wolf and Giannoulis likely to patrol the flanks. Rieder and Claude-Maurice offer creativity behind Gregoritsch, who provides aerial presence and finishing. Fellhauer and Kade fill the other midfield slots—expect Kade to threaten with late runs. Rieder stands out as the key player to watch for Augsburg’s chances.
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Augsburg. Source: Official Facebook
TipsGG Match Prediction
We think this contest could swing either way, but the stats lean toward goals at both ends and a high-tempo clash. Bremen’s home form wobbles, while Augsburg’s draw habit away can frustrate. The most likely scenario involves both sides scoring, and possibly the match ending in a 2-2 or 2-1 either way. Our call: Both Teams to Score and Over 2.5 Goals, with an outside punt on the draw for value seekers.
