Borussia Dortmund will face Werder Bremen at Signal Iduna Park on Friday, aiming to extend their unbeaten streak in the Bundesliga. The match pits Dortmund, currently at the top of the table with 12 points from four games, against a Bremen side looking for their third win in four league matches.
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After a 2-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in August's German Super Cup, Dortmund has since enjoyed a successful run, culminating in a 1-0 victory over Stuttgart on September 19, thanks to a second-half goal from Maximilian Beier. This win marked Dortmund's sixth consecutive victory, with the team conceding only twice during that streak and just once in their league matches thus far.
Dortmund's home advantage this season is underscored by the fact that goalkeeper Gregor Kobel has yet to concede a goal in the Bundesliga at Signal Iduna Park.
On the other hand, Werder Bremen, managed by Daniel Thioune, has made a positive start to the 2026-27 season, sitting eighth in the standings with seven points. Thioune, in his first Bundesliga managerial role, has led the team to three victories out of five competitive matches, including a remarkable comeback win against Augsburg where they scored three goals after going down 2-0 on September 19.
However, recent concerns for Bremen include a heavy 7-0 loss to FC Twente in a friendly, casting doubt on their consistency. Additionally, they have not won in their last five Bundesliga away matches, recording three losses and two draws.
In terms of team news, Dortmund faces several injuries. Emre Can and Filippo Mane are sidelined, while Julian Ryerson and Nico Schlotterbeck are doubtful with respective muscle and ankle injuries. Manager Niko Kovac indicated that Schlotterbeck may feature; if he does, he will join Waldemar Anton and Joane Gadou in the defense. Attacking support will likely come from Ethan Nwaneri and Fabio Silva.
Meanwhile, Bremen will be missing several players, including left-backs Moussa N'Diaye and Felix Agu, along with midfielders Skelly Alvero, Jens Stage, and Senne Lynen. Striker Justin Njinmah is also out, but Niclas Füllkrug looks to continue his strong performance since returning to the club.
Predictions lean towards a Dortmund victory, with many expecting them to secure a 3-1 win over Bremen, reflecting their strong performances so far this season, though Bremen will aim to challenge their defense.