Match Overview

The opening match of the Bundesliga season between Eintracht and Werder will take place on August 23rd at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt am Main. Here’s our unique prediction and betting tip, along with key statistics for the Eintracht vs Werder encounter.

Eintracht Frankfurt: Season Prospects and Performance

Last season, the team finished in a remarkable third place, marking their highest achievement in the 21st century. Eintracht accumulated 60 points, remaining undefeated in their final six Bundesliga matches (3 wins, 3 draws). Notably, at home, they were second only to Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund in terms of points (34) and goals scored (41) in the previous championship. During the summer pre-season, Eintracht played six friendly matches, suffering only one defeat (3 wins, 2 draws).

Eintracht Frankfurt: Squad Adjustments and Transfers

Over the summer break, the team bolstered its squad with goalkeeper Michael Zetterer, who previously played for their upcoming opponents, as well as forwards Ritsu Doan and Jonathan Burkardt. Simultaneously, the club saw the departure of goalkeeper Kevin Trapp, defender Tuta, and forwards Hugo Ekitike and Igor Matanović.

Eintracht Frankfurt: Key Home Statistics

• The team has remained unbeaten in 8 of their last 10 home Bundesliga matches (6 wins, 2 draws).
• At least three goals were scored in 6 of the club’s last 7 home league fixtures.
• Both teams found the net in 8 of Eintracht’s last 12 home Bundesliga games.

Eintracht Frankfurt: Probable Lineup (4-5-1)

Michael Zetterer – Rasmus Kristensen, Nnamdi Collins, Robin Koch, Arthur Theate – Ritsu Doan, Hugo Larsson, Can Uzun, Fares Chaibi, Jean-Matteo Bahoya – Jonathan Burkardt.

Eintracht Frankfurt: Team News

Midfielder Eric Dina Ebimbe will miss the match due to suspension.

Werder Bremen: Season Performance and Pre-Season Overview

Last season, the club secured an eighth-place finish with 51 points, concluding the campaign with an impressive 8-match unbeaten run (5 wins, 3 draws). Werder last achieved a higher Bundesliga position in the 2009/2010 season. However, the Bremen side conceded 57 goals in the last league campaign – a worse record than only four other teams. In preparation for the new season, Werder played ten friendly matches, recording four victories (1 draw, 5 defeats).

Werder Bremen: Transfers and New Management

This summer, the club acquired defender Maximilian Wöber and forward Samuel Mbangula. Simultaneously, the team parted ways with goalkeeper Michael Zetterer, defender Anthony Jung, and forwards Marvin Ducksch and Oliver Burke. Additionally, Werder appointed a new head coach, Horst Steffen, who has no prior experience managing a Bundesliga club.

Werder Bremen: Key Away Statistics

• The club has avoided defeat in their last five away league matches (4 wins, 1 draw).
• The team scored at least twice in their previous five away Bundesliga fixtures.
• At least three goals were scored in 8 of Werder’s last 9 away league matches.

Werder Bremen: Probable Lineup (4-5-1)

Mio Backhaus – Felix Agu, Niklas Stark, Marco Friedl, Olivier Deman – Justin Njinmah, Leonardo Bittencourt, Romano Schmid, Senne Lynen, Samuel Mbangula, Marco Grüll.

Werder Bremen: Team News

Defender Mitchell Weiser and midfielder Jens Stage will not play due to injuries.

Referee Profile

Harm Osmers (Germany)

Referee Statistics (2024/25 Bundesliga)

Matches officiated – 15;

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 53;

Average yellow cards per match – 3.5;

Red cards shown – 2;

Average fouls per match – 22;

Penalties awarded – 33%.

Match Prediction: High-Scoring Encounter Expected

In a clash between these two teams, I am inclined to anticipate a high-scoring game. Eintracht, especially at home, tends to play open, attacking football, dedicating significant time to offensive actions. This aggressive style of play results in many goals: in their last 21 home Bundesliga matches, the club’s players have consistently found the back of the net. Furthermore, during this period, Eintracht scored at least twice on 13 occasions. However, they have kept only four clean sheets in their last 12 home league fixtures.

Werder Bremen’s Offensive Away Form

Werder feels confident playing away from home, consistently focusing on attack. In their last 11 away Bundesliga matches, the club failed to score only against Bayern Munich and Freiburg, and in eight of those encounters, they scored at least two goals. Despite their attacking prowess, the Bremen side conceded in 7 of their last 9 away league matches, and in five of those, they allowed at least two goals.

Final Verdict and Betting Tip

I expect to witness a vibrant and effective attacking display from both teams. Therefore, my prediction is: “Total Goals Over 2.5” with odds of 1.58