Werder Bremen vs 1899 Hoffenheim prediction, odds and how to watch

1899 Hoffenheim took all three points at Borussia Park with a 2-1 victory, but this was a result built on the failings of a Gladbach side that have now lost five Bundesliga matches in a row rather than any great quality from the visitors.

Werder Bremen controlled 61% of possession and put 11 shots on target but could not hold on, as Paderborn levelled twice to earn a 2-2 draw at the Weserstadion. Niclas Füllkrug scored both Bremen goals yet it was not enough.

Beşiktaş came from behind to beat 1899 Hoffenheim 3-2 in the UEFA Europa League, with Hyeon-gyu Oh scoring twice in seven second-half minutes to complete a ruthless away victory that exposed Hoffenheim's lack of discipline and defensive accountability.

Hamburger SV came from behind to win 3-2 at 1899 Hoffenheim, with ten men holding on after Bernardo's second yellow card, as late goals from Terem Moffi and Miro Muheim sealed a remarkable away victory.

Borussia Dortmund dominated for 90 minutes, led twice, and still could not win. Niclas Füllkrug's stoppage-time header made it 2-2 and Werder Bremen left with a point they barely deserved.

FSV Mainz 05 come into Saturday's Bundesliga clash with goals in their boots and genuine belief at home. Werder Bremen have not lost in five matches but have not kept a clean sheet either. Something has to give.

VfB Stuttgart head into Saturday's Bundesliga clash with three losses in their last five matches. Werder Bremen arrive having scored in every single game across their last five outings.

Crystal Palace host 1899 Hoffenheim at Selhurst Park on Thursday evening looking to back up an emphatic opening result in the UEFA Europa League. The Germans arrive with problems of their own after a chastening start to their European campaign.