Bochum vs Werder Bremen Prediction 13.01.2024

• Competition: Bundesliga
• Date: 14th January 2024
• Time:  14:30 UK/ 15:30 CEST
• Venue: Vonovia Ruhrstadion (Bochum)

Bochum and Werder Bremen, currently tied at 16 points each, will face off in one of the final matches of the 17th round. This match holds significant importance for both clubs. Bochum recently suffered a defeat against the league’s leading team, Bayer Leverkusen, which was expected given Leverkusen’s stellar performance this season. Bochum will need to focus on gaining points against their equal opponents for their survival in the league. In the meantime, they made good use of the break by winning two friendly matches against respectable Dutch clubs, Vitesse and Groningen, with a consistent score of 2:0.

Werder Bremen has been struggling to reclaim the glory they experienced in the first decade of the 21st century, a time when they notably won the Bundesliga. This season is also not showing signs of any breakthrough for the team. Their position in the first league is even at risk, though it’s not a cause for alarm yet. They’ve slightly improved their reputation with a win and two draws in the last three league matches, but their situation is far from perfect. During the break, they played a friendly match against Zweite Braunschweig, in which they were defeated 3:1. Despite the match’s friendly nature, there’s genuine cause for their fans to be concerned.

Bochum vs Werder Bremen pick: UNDER 2.5 GOALS

These clubs, being direct rivals in their struggle for survival, attach a dual significance to this match. A potential win and the accompanying three points could propel them to a safer position in the middle of the league table, at least temporarily. This explains why both teams are likely to approach this match with utmost caution, potentially leading to a slower, more tactically focused game at the onset under the guidance of their respective coaches. Bochum, with their superior form and home field advantage, are considered slight favorites for this match. However, the visiting team, having previously secured a 2:0 victory at this stadium, will also be entering the match in a combative stance. Hence, this pick is worth considering.