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Werder Bremen vs RB Leipzig Prediction, Tips & Odds

Werder Bremen vs RB Leipzig

BundesligaRegular Season - 2
Werder Bremen
#10 · Bundesliga
WLWLD
3 - 1
Weserstadion, Bremen
Referee: B. Brand
RB Leipzig
#8 · Bundesliga
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★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.49
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.44 (implied 69.3%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 71.8% probability (an expert ratio of 1.39). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (71.8% vs 69.3%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours RB Leipzig to win against Werder Bremen, with a projected scoreline of 2-1. Leipzig starts the season in a strong position, currently sitting at third in the league. Despite having not played any matches yet in the current season, their recent form shows promise with three wins in their last five matches, including a strong finish to the previous season. Leipzig's attacking prowess will be crucial, as they look to convert their opportunities into goals. On the other hand, Werder Bremen finds themselves in a precarious position, starting the season in 15th place. They have had a mixed bag of results recently, with three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five matches. While they managed to secure some victories, their overall form may not provide the confidence needed against a top-tier opponent like Leipzig. Bremen will need to tighten their defense and find a way to score if they hope to compete effectively. The model indicates a win probability for Leipzig at around 65%, with a projected score of 2-1. A key market percentage suggests Leipzig is favoured in the betting lines. However, one caveat is that as both teams are starting their season, there is uncertainty regarding fitness levels and match readiness, which could impact the outcome. For a detailed breakdown of our prediction methodology, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, developed by The Daily Punt Analysis Team using expected goals and actual results across the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Werder Bremen Win33%4.06
Draw20%4.07
RB Leipzig Win46%1.77
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.4464.3%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.4464.4%

Combined goal output is high (3.4 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Werder Bremen 1-2 RB Leipzig
7.8712.8%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 12.8% probability.

Asian Handicap
RB Leipzig -0.0
1.3440%

RB Leipzig have been the stronger side, winning 54% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-2
7.87
12.8%
1-1
7.94
12.7%
0-2
10.51
9.6%
0-1
10.56
9.6%
2-2
10.75
9.4%
1-3
11.21
9.0%

Our model projects a 1-2 RB Leipzig win as the most likely scoreline at 12.8% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Werder Bremen
-0.0
3.07
RB Leipzig
+0.0
1.34
Werder Bremen
-0.3
3.20
RB Leipzig
+0.3
1.57
Werder Bremen
-0.5
3.70
RB Leipzig
+0.5
1.74
Werder Bremen
-1.5
8.50
RB Leipzig
+1.5
2.88

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. RB Leipzig are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Werder Bremen vs RB Leipzig
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
4.103.901.751.482.601.452.60
Marathonbet
4.254.251.781.392.721.422.65
Betfair
4.334.101.751.442.701.442.63
Pinnacle
4.204.351.761.422.98
SBO
3.463.561.79
William Hill
3.903.901.751.442.75
Bet365
4.004.201.751.403.001.442.62
1xBet
4.324.321.811.392.721.422.69
Unibet
3.853.901.791.482.601.462.60
Betano
4.204.051.781.502.701.472.57
Superbet
4.154.151.771.482.671.492.57
BetVictor
4.004.201.731.402.661.402.70

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
94.4%
Over 1.5 Goals
83.7%
Over 2.5 Goals
64.4%
Over 3.5 Goals
44.9%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XWerder Bremen or Draw
54%2.04
12Werder Bremen or RB Leipzig
80%1.22
X2Draw or RB Leipzig
67%1.23

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (RB Leipzig leads 6-0)
0 Werder Bremen4 Draw6 RB Leipzig
04 Apr
Werder Bremen
1-2
RB Leipzig
Bundesliga
Nov 25
RB Leipzig
2-0
Werder Bremen
Bundesliga
May 25
Werder Bremen
0-0
RB Leipzig
Bundesliga
Jan 25
RB Leipzig
4-2
Werder Bremen
Bundesliga
May 24
RB Leipzig
1-1
Werder Bremen
Bundesliga
Dec 23
Werder Bremen
1-1
RB Leipzig
Bundesliga
Jul 23
RB Leipzig
0-0
Werder Bremen
Friendlies Clubs
May 23
RB Leipzig
2-1
Werder Bremen
Bundesliga
Nov 22
Werder Bremen
1-2
RB Leipzig
Bundesliga
Apr 21
Werder Bremen
1-2
RB Leipzig
DFB Pokal

In the last 10 matches between Werder Bremen and RB Leipzig, RB Leipzig has won 6 times, Werder Bremen has not won, and there have been 4 draws. The scorelines indicate a competitive series, with several matches being closely contested; however, Leipzig has managed to secure victories consistently, including a notable 4-2 win. The presence of four draws suggests that while Leipzig has the upper hand, Werder Bremen has often held them to stalemates. It has been some time since Bremen last won against Leipzig, highlighting a challenging trend for them in this matchup.

Bundesliga Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
FC Augsburg
22007166
WW
2
SC Freiburg
22005146
WW
3
Borussia Dortmund
22005236
WW
4
SV Elversberg
22007526
WW
5
FSV Mainz 05
21105054
WD
6
Bayern München
21105144
DW
8
RB Leipzig
21014313
LW
10
Werder Bremen
210145-13
WL
16
1899 Hoffenheim
200246-20
LL
17
Borussia Mönchengladbach
200237-40
LL
18
Hamburger SV
200207-70
LL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Werder BremenHome
1W0D0L
1 playedGF 3 · GA 13.00 pts/game
RB LeipzigAway
0W0D1L
1 playedGF 1 · GA 30.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Werder BremenRB Leipzig
1.5Goals p.g.1.89
1.57Goals conceded p.g.1.5
18%Clean sheets25%
36%Win rate54%
3.07Avg goals in match3.39
Werder Bremen
Recent Form

Werder Bremen have won 5 of their last 15 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 7. Their recent home fixtures include beat RB Leipzig 3-1 and lost to Auxerre 0-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 10W 4D 14L from the last 28 games (36% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Werder BremenAll competitions
05 Sept
Werder Bremen
3-1
RB Leipzig
Bundesliga
30 Aug
SC Freiburg
4-1
Werder Bremen
Bundesliga
22 Aug
Lüneburger SK Hansa
0-3
Werder Bremen
DFB Pokal
15 Aug
Werder Bremen
0-1
Auxerre
Friendlies Clubs
08 Aug
Werder Bremen
2-2
SC Paderborn 07
Friendlies Clubs
01 Aug
Energie Cottbus
2-4
Werder Bremen
Friendlies Clubs
10
Win
36%
4
Draw
14%
14
Lost
50%
RB Leipzig
Recent Form

RB Leipzig have won 7 of their last 16 matches on the road, drawing 1 and losing 8. Their recent away fixtures include lost to RB Leipzig 3-1 and beat Eintracht Trier 0-6.

Overall, the wider run reads 15W 3D 10L from the last 28 games (54% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: RB LeipzigAll competitions
05 Sept
Werder Bremen
3-1
RB Leipzig
Bundesliga
29 Aug
RB Leipzig
3-0
Borussia Mönchengladbach
Bundesliga
22 Aug
Eintracht Trier
0-6
RB Leipzig
DFB Pokal
15 Aug
Bayern München
3-1
RB Leipzig
Friendlies Clubs
08 Aug
Leeds
2-0
RB Leipzig
Friendlies Clubs
01 Aug
RB Leipzig
4-0
Verl
Friendlies Clubs
15
Win
54%
3
Draw
11%
10
Lost
36%

Lineups

Confirmed

Werder Bremen4-1-4-1Confirmed

2O. DemanDEF
32M. FriedlDEF
5A. PieperDEF
13ArthurDEF
10N. FüllkrugFWD
1K. HeinGK
18E. DinkçiMID
20Chuky San JoséMID
15L. ReisMID
17M. GrüllMID
44Y. RegeerMID
16M. N'DiayeDEF
33Mick SchmetgensDEF
4N. StarkDEF
3O. WójcikDEF
26C. IttenFWD
29Salim Amani MusahFWD
38P. ErevbenagieFWD
30A. SchlagerGK
23Dariusz StalmachMID

RB Leipzig4-3-3Confirmed

4W. OrbánDEF
17R. BakuDEF
22D. RaumDEF
3M. EstèveDEF
28C. NkunkuFWD
7A. NusaFWD
11J. BakayokoFWD
26M. VandevoordtGK
21N. El AynaouiMID
13N. SeiwaldMID
6E. BanzuziMID
35Max FinkgräfeDEF
2A. KonéDEF
16L. KlostermannDEF
39B. HenrichsDEF
27T. GomisFWD
45S. KonateFWD
9Marc GuiuFWD
1Ø. NylandGK
30A. MaksimovićMID

Unavailable Players

10 players

Werder Bremen5

F. Agu
Missing FixtureCalf Injury
J. Njinmah
Missing FixtureThigh Injury
J. Stage
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
K. Topp
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
M. Weiser
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

RB Leipzig5

B. Gruda
Missing FixtureAnkle Injury
C. Baumgartner
Missing FixtureThigh Injury
R. Reitz
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
Romulo Cardoso
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
V. Gebel
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Over 2.5 Goals1.44 (64.4%)
Both Teams Score1.44 (64.3%)
Value Bets
Werder Bremen Win4.06 (33.2%)
RB Leipzig Win1.77 (46.4%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.73 (35.6%)
BTTS No2.64 (35.7%)
Speculative
Draw4.07 (20.4%)

Yellow Card Prediction

B. Brand has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by B. Brand to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Werder Bremen average 1.5 goals per match at home; RB Leipzig 1.9 on the road. Open, attack-leaning sides tend to produce more corners; tight, low-event games tend to produce fewer. Our pick is over 9.5 corners at 1.72.

Player Stats Bet

RB Leipzig have been the stronger side on attack across the season, winning 54% of their matches and averaging 1.9 goals per game. RB Leipzig player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.