Werder Bremen plays recklessly, offensively and does not care too much about defending. With 1.2 xg created, it yields 1.61 xg. However, after 25 rounds, the team can feel relatively safe, as the gap in the relegation zone still allows them a few slips.
Before the international break, the “musicians” failed to please their fans. They suffered 3 defeats in 5 matchdays with one draw with Borussia Mönchengladbach (2-2), which was achieved by luck.
From a psychological point of view, Hoffenheim received a powerful kick with a 3-1 victory over Hertha in the last round. The triumph broke a streak of 7 defeats and became the first under the leadership of the new coach – Matarazzo. Thanks to this, the “villages” managed to get out of the relegation zone and broke away from it by 1 point.
It is worth noting that since the arrival of the American tactician Hoffenheim has steadily improved his game, which can be seen in the number of expected goals scored (xg).
Varying degrees of motivation and Hoffenheim’s improved performance will not allow Werder Bremen to score maximum points in this match.