The 11th round of the 2025/26 Bundesliga season will feature another crucial match, with RB Leipzig hosting Werder Bremen. Leipzig coach Ole Werner stated that Werder Bremen is an excellent and united team, and their attacking threat in the third has significantly improved.

In the last round of matches, Leipzig took the lead with a goal from Diomande, but then conceded several goals in the remaining time, ultimately losing 1-3 to Hoffenheim away from home.

It's worth mentioning that before becoming the head coach of RB Leipzig, Ole Werner had coached Werder Bremen for several years.

When asked about his feelings about playing against his former club, Ole Werner said, "Playing against a former club is always special, especially the first time. However, the preparation process was surprisingly normal, but because there are a lot of related questions coming up, this game will naturally feel more special. As for whether my past knowledge of Werder Bremen can help us, we'll have to see how the game goes. With the arrival of the new manager, the team will change, and so will the lineup."

“Leading Werder Bremen to the top of the Bundesliga was a fantastic achievement, but it was also predictable, as we had one of the best squads in the 2. Bundesliga at the time. The real challenge was the years that followed, as we struggled to stay away from the relegation zone, which was almost much tougher.”

Ole Werner stated, "Werder Bremen signed some players in the final stages of the transfer window, and they are all truly talented. They are a very good and united team, very flexible in possession, always finding good solutions, and their threat in the attacking third has clearly increased. They are on a very good track and are in very good form overall."

“I saw a lot of happy faces in training. We trained very well and could feel the positive emotions permeating the team, and we hope to see that in this game as well. We still have six games left this year, including cup matches. For us, the key is to continue building on our performance and keep taking the next step.”

In addition, Leipzig midfielder Vedraogo scored a goal in an earlier World Cup qualifier to help Germany defeat Slovakia and, along with his teammates, help the "German Machine" secure a ticket to the 2026 World Cup finals.

Ole Werner commented, "It made me very happy to see Vedraogo celebrate his goal for Germany. Everyone could see that pure joy, while he seemed overwhelmed at the time."

“He is on the right track. He has experienced a lot of setbacks in the past, but now he can reward himself in this way, which is really great.”