Augsburg defeated Werder Bremen 3-1 at the Weserstadion on May 2, 2026. Anton Kade’s standout performance included two goals. The match highlighted Bremen’s ongoing struggles in front of goal.
Despite having 62% possession in the first half, Werder Bremen failed to score. Jens Stage remains their top goalscorer with 10 goals this season. Meanwhile, Augsburg capitalized on their chances effectively.
Augsburg’s win places them ninth in the Bundesliga with 37 points. They have now secured their Bundesliga status for a remarkable 16th consecutive season. This victory also marks their third consecutive unbeaten match against Werder Bremen.
The last head-to-head encounter ended in a 0-0 draw, but this time Augsburg proved more clinical. Kade’s performance contrasted sharply with Bremen’s wastefulness, particularly from Stage and other forwards.
Bremen currently sits at twelfth place in the league table, holding just 32 points. Their goal differential stands at -18, ranking them fourteenth in the league. In contrast, Augsburg has a goal differential of -16.
The defeat adds pressure to Werder Bremen as they aim to improve their offensive output in upcoming matches. Fans and analysts alike are concerned about their inability to convert possession into goals.