Borussia Dortmund vs Werder Bremen prediction 13.01.2026 | Bundesliga

Borussia Dortmund’s league form has been solid as they prepare for this fixture. Across 15 Bundesliga matches, Dortmund have recorded nine wins, six draws, and one defeat, scoring 29 goals in total. Dortmund remain unbeaten in nine Bundesliga matches, underlining their status as one of the division’s most difficult sides to beat since the winter break.

In their last five outings, Dortmund’s results include a 3-3 draw with Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga, as well as victories and draws against other top sides - they defeated Leverkusen 2-1 away from home on the final matchday of November - demonstrating both scoring consistency and occasional defensive lapses. Striker contributions from Maximilian Beier and Serhou Guirassy have been notable, while Karim Adeyemi adds attacking depth. 

Any absences - such as fitness issues or rotations due to congested fixtures - could slightly alter Dortmund’s dynamic, but their core attacking and midfield units are expected at full strength.

Werder Bremen’s season has been more inconsistent. Across 15 Bundesliga matches, Bremen have posted four wins, five draws, and six losses, scoring 18 goals and conceding 28 during this period. This negative defensive differential highlights Bremen’s challenges at the back, though their ability to earn points from losing positions remains notable.

Recent form for Bremen includes a run of two straight draws - against St. Pauli and Augsburg - and defeats to stronger teams such as Stuttgart and Leipzig, indicating a squad that can compete but struggles against top-level opponents. Bremen have scored in sporadic bursts but also suffered goalless draws - back-to-back performances against St. Pauli and Augsburg with no end product - underscoring their inconsistency in front of goal. The team’s recent home and away records suggest that while they can frustrate opponents, their attack is less potent compared to Dortmund’s (1.8 goals per game vs. 1.2).

Injury and selection news has not highlighted major absences for Bremen, though fitness and rotation will factor into their tactical setup for this mid-season fixture. However, centre-back Karim Coulibaly is likely to return to the starting XI after serving his suspension following his dismissal in the 4-0 defeat to Stuttgart on the final matchday of 2025.