Our Dortmund vs Werder Bremen prediction is a home win. Borussia Dortmund kick off Bundesliga matchday 5 on Friday night with a perfect league record, while Werder Bremen arrive unbeaten in three games but without a win over Dortmund in their last six meetings. Kick-off at Signal Iduna Park is 9.30pm East Africa Time.
Niko Kovac’s side have been relentless since the season started and go into this game on a six-match winning run in all competitions. Bremen, led by Daniel Thioune, recovered well from a heavy opening defeat and now have a familiar face leading their attack in Niclas Füllkrug. Here is everything Kenyan punters need to know before placing a bet.
Key Facts: Dortmund vs Werder Bremen
- Competition: German Bundesliga, matchday 5
- Date: Friday 9 October 2026
- Kick-off: 9.30pm EAT
- Venue: Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund
- Dortmund league form: W W W W (top of the table on 12 points)
- Bremen league form: L W D W (7 points)
- Coaches: Niko Kovac (Dortmund), Daniel Thioune (Werder Bremen)
Dortmund Form: Top of the Table and Winning Ugly When Needed
Dortmund have won all four of their league games so far, which is why they sit at the top of the Bundesliga going into the weekend. Their last outing before the international break was a hard-fought 1-0 win away at VfB Stuttgart. That result summed up their start: not always spectacular, but efficient and hard to beat.
The winning run stretches to six matches across all competitions. Serhou Guirassy remains the main goal threat, and the home crowd at Signal Iduna Park gives Dortmund a real edge in a Friday night game like this one.
Dortmund Team News
The big question for Kovac is Nico Schlotterbeck. The centre-back twisted his ankle while training with Germany during the international break and missed both of his country’s matches. He has been working on his own at Dortmund, and Kovac said a return against Bremen is possible but that the decision would be made with the player and the medical team, not rushed.
Club captain Emre Can is still working his way back from the serious knee injury he suffered in March, so he is not expected to feature. Kovac also had to manage several internationals who returned late or with minor knocks, so a couple of late changes to the starting eleven would not be a surprise.
Werder Bremen Form: Unbeaten Since a Rough Start
Bremen’s season began badly with a 4-1 defeat at Freiburg, but Thioune’s side responded well. They beat RB Leipzig 3-1, drew 1-1 away at FC Köln and then edged a five-goal thriller against Augsburg, winning 3-2. That leaves them on seven points from four games, a solid return after the opening day.
Füllkrug’s return to the club has given the attack a focal point. The striker, who of course played for Dortmund before, was on the scoresheet in the draw at Köln and will be keen to make a point on his old ground.
Werder Bremen Team News
Bremen’s biggest blow is the absence of midfielder Jens Stage, who suffered a serious injury and is not expected back until 2027. Losing one of their most productive players from midfield takes away a lot of the energy and late runs into the box that made them dangerous last season. Thioune also has a few other fitness concerns in his squad, so depth could be tested on a ground where Bremen usually have to defend for long spells.
Head to Head: Dortmund Have Dominated Recent Meetings
History is firmly on Dortmund’s side. Bremen have not beaten them in any of the last six meetings, and Dortmund won both league games last season: 3-0 at Signal Iduna Park in January and 2-0 in Bremen in May. Before that, the two sides shared a 2-2 draw and a goalless draw in the 2024/25 season.
One pattern stands out: these games are not always high scoring. Three of the last six meetings produced two goals or fewer, so punters looking at goals markets should be careful.
Dortmund vs Werder Bremen Prediction
Dortmund are rightly favourites. They have a perfect league record, home advantage and a clear edge in recent meetings. Bremen are in decent form and Füllkrug will cause problems in the air, especially if Schlotterbeck is not fit, but Thioune’s side have struggled to keep clean sheets and conceded four in their only away defeat of the season.
We expect Dortmund to control the ball and wear Bremen down, with the visitors capable of nicking a goal from a set piece or a cross.
- Main pick: Dortmund to win
- Alternative: Dortmund to win and over 1.5 goals
- Correct score lean: Dortmund 2-1 Werder Bremen
For the full stats breakdown and probabilities, see our Dortmund vs Bremen prediction page, and browse every fixture this weekend on our Bundesliga predictions hub. You can follow the official table on the Bundesliga website.
How to Bet on Dortmund vs Werder Bremen in Kenya
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FAQs: Dortmund vs Werder Bremen
What time is Dortmund vs Werder Bremen in Kenya?
The match kicks off at 9.30pm East Africa Time on Friday 9 October 2026 at Signal Iduna Park.
Who is the favourite in Dortmund vs Werder Bremen?
Dortmund are the clear favourites. They have won all four league games this season and are unbeaten in their last six meetings with Bremen.
Will Nico Schlotterbeck play against Bremen?
He is a doubt after an ankle problem picked up on international duty. Niko Kovac said a return is possible but that the call would be made after training with the medical staff.
What is the head to head record between Dortmund and Bremen?
Dortmund have dominated recently. Bremen have not beaten them in the last six meetings, and Dortmund won both games last season without conceding.
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