Overview
- An English week brings Hoffenheim at home on Saturday, a trip to Dortmund on Tuesday, and Frankfurt back in Bremen on Friday.
- Senne Lynen says he has no fear, maintains belief in the squad, and views the stretch as a chance to shape the season.
- Coach Horst Steffen’s return to a three- or five-at-the-back setup produced a 0–0 at Augsburg before the break and a sturdier feel without the ball.
- Players report work on compact spacing, clearer communication, and cleaner passes into feet, with Lynen calling for more service to creator Romano Schmid.
- Werder have gone two straight competitive matches without scoring and drew 0–0 in a St. Pauli friendly, sitting 10th as some fans voice concern.