FC Augsburg vs. Werder Bremen: Team News, Lineups & Prediction
FC Augsburg travels to Bremen for a crucial Bundesliga clash. Get all the team news, potential lineups, and our match prediction for Saturday's encounter.
FC Augsburg is preparing for a crucial Bundesliga clash this Saturday, May 2, 2026, when they face Werder Bremen at the Wohninvest-Weserstadion. This away game is vital for the Fuggerstädter to solidify their position in the upper half of the table.
Under the guidance of manager Manuel Baum, FC Augsburg has accumulated 37 points so far, placing them 9th in the league. In their last match, Augsburg drew 1-1 with Eintracht Frankfurt in the 1. Bundesliga 2025/26, reflecting the club's current form.
Werder Bremen, coached by Daniel Thioune, sits in 12th place with 32 points. Bremen also drew their last encounter, a 1-1 against Stuttgart in the 1. Bundesliga 2025/26. Both teams will therefore be pushing for a win to improve their league standing.
The last meeting between these two teams on December 20, 2025, ended in a goalless 0-0 draw. This suggests a balanced match where both teams are capable of strong defensive performances.
For FC Augsburg, the following lineup is expected: Finn Dahmen, Arthur Chaves, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, Cédric Zesiger, Robin Fellhauer, Han Massengo, Fabian Rieder, Dimitrios Giannoulis, Anton Kade. These players form the core of Manuel Baum's tactical setup.
Werder Bremen could start with this eleven: Mio Backhaus, Amos Pieper, Niklas Stark, Karim Coulibaly, Yukinari Sugawara, Cameron Puertas, Senne Lynen, Olivier Deman, Jens Stage, Jovan Milosevic, Romano Schmid. Daniel Thioune will aim to leverage their home advantage.
The upcoming duel promises excitement, as both teams are eager for three points after their recent draws. FC Augsburg has the opportunity to further distance themselves from the relegation zone and set their sights higher in the league.