Werder Bremen vs St. Pauli: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Bwin's detailed preview for Werder Bremen vs St. Pauli in the Bundesliga. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:30 BST match.

• Fixture: Werder Bremen vs St. Pauli

• Date: Saturday, 04 October 2025

• Kick-off: 14:30 BST

• Venue: Wohninvest Weserstadion

Match Prediction: Werder Bremen 2-1 St. Pauli

Werder Bremen, despite recent heavy defeats, showed resilience with a convincing win against Borussia Mönchengladbach. Their ability to score freely in that match suggests they can exploit St. Pauli's inconsistent defence, which has conceded in their most recent games. 

St. Pauli has demonstrated an ability to score against strong opposition, as seen in their draw with Borussia Dortmund. This match is likely to be closely contested, with both teams expected to score, given their recent performances.

The visitors' recent form indicates a team capable of both high and low performances. Their wins against FC Augsburg and Hamburger SV demonstrate that they can capitalise on home advantage, but losses to Bayer Leverkusen and VfB Stuttgart highlight their vulnerabilities. 

Werder Bremen might find opportunities to exploit these weaknesses, particularly if they can replicate their attacking prowess from the Mönchengladbach game. The match could hinge on which team manages to maintain consistency throughout.

Werder Bremen's recent form has been a mix of highs and lows, with a notable 4-0 victory against Borussia Mönchengladbach sandwiched between heavy defeats. This suggests a team capable of significant scoring bursts but also prone to defensive lapses. 

Their performance against Mönchengladbach indicates potential to dominate offensively, which could be crucial against St. Pauli. However, they must address their defensive frailties to secure a win.

Recent Bundesliga Results:

• Loss: 0-4 vs FC Bayern München (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs SC Freiburg (H)

• Win: 4-0 vs Borussia Mönchengladbach (A)

• Draw: 3-3 vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen (H)

• Loss: 1-4 vs Eintracht Frankfurt (A)

St. Pauli has shown a pattern of inconsistency, with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their recent Bundesliga matches. Their ability to score against strong teams like Borussia Dortmund is promising, but their defensive record, particularly the losses to Bayer Leverkusen and VfB Stuttgart, raises concerns.

They will need to tighten up at the back to counter Werder Bremen's attacking threat. Their home form could be a deciding factor in this match.

Recent Bundesliga Results:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs VfB Stuttgart (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs FC Augsburg (H)

• Win: 2-0 vs Hamburger SV (A)

• Draw: 3-3 vs Borussia Dortmund (H)

The head-to-head record between Werder Bremen and St. Pauli shows a recent draw. However, Werder Bremen has historically dominated, winning the previous three matches before the most recent draw. This suggests a slight edge for Werder Bremen, but the close nature of the most recent game indicates a competitive fixture.

Recent Bundesliga Results

• Werder Bremen 0-0 St. Pauli (27 Apr 2025)

• St. Pauli 0-2 Werder Bremen (14 Dec 2024)

• St. Pauli 1-3 Werder Bremen (23 Apr 2011)

• Werder Bremen 3-0 St. Pauli (28 Nov 2010)

• Mio Backhaus (Shoulder) - Out

• Niklas Stark (Thigh) - Out

• Olivier Deman (Ankle) - Out

• Mitchell Weiser (Knee) - Out

• Maximilian Wöber (Knee) - Doubt

• Julian Malatini (Ankle) - Doubt

• David Nemeth (Tendon) - Out

• Ricky Jade-Jones (Shoulder) - Doubt

• Jackson Irvine (Muscle) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Hein, Sugawara, Friedl, Coulibaly, Agu, Stage Lynen, Schmid, Puertas, Mbangula, Njinmah

Werder Bremen's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a strong midfield presence with Stage and Lynen, aiming to control the game's tempo. Their recent form indicates a need for defensive solidity, which Friedl and Coulibaly will be crucial in providing.

• Predicted lineup: Vasilj, Wahl, Smith, Ritzka, Saliakas, Sands, Fujita, Oppie, Sinani, Hountondji, Lage

St. Pauli's predicted lineup emphasises a balanced approach, with Wahl and Smith anchoring the defence while Fujita provides creativity in midfield. Their recent performances suggest they will look to exploit any defensive weaknesses in Werder Bremen's lineup.

• Agu vs Saliakas: A crucial duel on the St. Pauli right flank, where Agu's attacking runs will test Saliakas's defensive capabilities.

• Smith vs Lage: The battle in the attacking third could determine the game's outcome, with Smith’s defensive nous against Lage's attacking endeavour.

• Coulibaly (Werder Bremen): His defensive contributions will be vital in containing St. Pauli's attacking threats.

• Fujita (St. Pauli): His ability to create chances from midfield could be the key to unlocking Werder Bremen's defence.

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