SV Werder Bremen vs RB Leipzig

Werder Bremen welcome RB Leipzig to the Weserstadion in a Matchday 28 clash with contrasting stakes. Bremen sit 14th on 28 points, just four above the relegation zone, while Leipzig occupy fourth on 50 points chasing Champions League football. Leipzig boss Ole Werner returns to face his former club. Bremen have found form at a crucial time, winning three of their last four under Daniel Thioune. However, a defensive injury crisis leaves them thin at the back — Niklas Stark, Mitchell Weiser, and Maximilian Wöber are all sidelined. Jens Stage returns from suspension to boost the midfield. Leipzig hammered Hoffenheim 5-0 last time out but will be without star performer Brajan Gruda due to an adductor problem. Antonio Nusa steps in and could torment Bremen's makeshift defence. The visitors are unbeaten in a remarkable 13 straight meetings with Bremen. Bremen's backline woes tilt this one firmly in Leipzig's favour despite the hosts' recent revival. Our prediction: 0-2.