Hamburger SV vs Werder Bremen Prediction 07.12.2025 | Bundesliga

After numerous failed attempts, HSV Hamburg finally secured their long-awaited return to Germany’s top flight last season, earning direct promotion thanks to a runner-up finish in the 2. Bundesliga.

Currently, Die Rothosen’s primary objective of survival is progressing positively. Their 2-1 triumph over Stuttgart in the latest outing has created a modest four-point cushion over the relegation zone, though it remains far from a guarantee of safety.

All signs suggest that home soil will continue to be HSV’s main source of points in their quest to remain in the Bundesliga elite. All three of their victories, and 10 of their total 12 points so far, have been secured at the Volksparkstadion, giving the squad extra motivation to delight their devoted fans once more.

However, the team faces significant absences. Veteran striking duo Yussuf Poulsen and Robert Glatzel are sidelined with torn muscle injuries, while winger Alexander Rossing-Lelesiit is suspended for one match, leaving coach Merlin Polzin to navigate a challenging fixture with a slightly depleted attacking arsenal.

Unlike their Sunday opponents, Werder Bremen should have little trouble maintaining their Bundesliga status, yet there is a clear expectation for them to string together more consistent results if they hope to challenge for European positions.

The River Islanders have shown a noticeable uptick in form following a shaky and uneven start to the campaign. In their last seven top-flight outings, only RB Leipzig have managed to get the better of them, with Bremen registering three wins and an equal number of draws during that span.

This marks a significant improvement considering the Green-Whites suffered three defeats in the opening five rounds. Most of their points, however, have come on home turf, while their road form remains underwhelming, with just a single victory from the first six away trips.

Head coach Horst Steffen faces a daunting injury crisis, with a remarkable ten players currently sidelined. Suspensions have also bitten hard, notably affecting experienced defender Niklas Stark, who will miss the clash after receiving a red card in last time’s 1-1 draw with Koln.