Bundesliga 2024-2025: Werder Bremen vs Bochum Prediction

Werder Bremen

Home Team
76%
VS

Bochum

Away Team
11%
Draw: 13%
Over 2.5: 60%
Under 2.5: 40%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Bayern Munich 29 21 6 2 83 29 54 69
2 Leverkusen 29 18 9 2 63 34 29 63
3 Ein Frankfurt 29 15 6 8 58 42 16 51
4 RB Leipzig 29 13 9 7 47 37 10 48
5 Mainz 29 13 7 9 46 34 12 46
6 Freiburg 29 13 6 10 40 45 -5 45
7 M'gladbach 29 13 5 11 46 43 3 44
8 Dortmund 29 12 6 11 54 45 9 42
9 Werder Bremen 29 12 6 11 47 54 -7 42
10 Augsburg 29 11 9 9 33 40 -7 42
11 Stuttgart 29 11 7 11 52 46 6 40
12 Wolfsburg 29 10 8 11 51 45 6 38
13 Union Berlin 29 9 7 13 26 40 -14 34
14 Hoffenheim 29 7 9 13 36 52 -16 30
15 St Pauli 29 8 5 16 25 35 -10 29
16 Heidenheim 29 6 4 19 32 56 -24 22
17 Bochum 29 5 5 19 29 61 -32 20
18 Holstein Kiel 29 4 6 19 40 70 -30 18

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Werder Bremen

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.95
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.38
# Clean Sheets: 3

Bochum

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.00
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 2.32
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming Bundesliga clash between Werder Bremen and Bochum is tipped to favor the home side, with a significant 76.0% probability of Werder Bremen securing a victory. The game is also expected to be a high-scoring affair, with a 60.0% likelihood of over 2.5 goals. Currently, Werder Bremen sits in 9th position, while Bochum is in a precarious 17th, facing the threat of relegation.

Match Analysis

Werder Bremen enters this match on a three-game winning streak, showcasing a resurgent form. Their recent victories include a commanding 3-0 away win against Holstein Kiel and a solid 2-0 home triumph over Eintracht Frankfurt. The team has found consistency in both attack and defense, evidenced by three clean sheets in their last five matches. Advanced metrics reveal that Werder Bremen has averaged 1.4 goals per game recently, with an expected goals figure of 1.95, suggesting they are converting their chances effectively. Conversely, Bochum is struggling, having lost their last three matches. Notable defeats include a 0-4 drubbing by Stuttgart and a closer 1-2 loss to Augsburg, both at home. Bochum’s defense has been particularly porous, conceding an average of 2.2 goals per game, with expected goals against standing at 2.32. Their offensive struggles are highlighted by an expected goals figure under one, reflecting their inability to carve out clear scoring opportunities.

Final Prediction

Werder Bremen's current form and superior defensive record provide them with a distinct advantage in this matchup against a Bochum side fighting to avoid relegation. Key to Bremen's success will be maintaining their recent defensive solidity and capitalizing on Bochum's vulnerable backline. Watch for Werder Bremen's ability to control the game's tempo and exploit Bochum's defensive weaknesses to secure another vital three points.