Borussia Dortmund vs Werder Bremen Preview: BVB aiming for cup revenge

The sides meet for the second time in 18 days!

By Sachin Bhat · BVB Buzz

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 4:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Borussia Dortmund host Werder Bremen in the DFB-Pokal second round seeking revenge after a recent 2-2 draw.
Bremen previously eliminated Dortmund in their last three cup meetings in 2008, 2018, and 2019.
Dortmund are missing injured players Emre Can, Giannis Konstantelias, and Justin Lerma.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Borussia Dortmund host Werder Bremen at Signal Iduna Park in the second round of the DFB-Pokal. Niko Kovac's side aims to bounce back after squandering a late lead against Bremen in an October 9 league clash that finished in a 2-2 draw. Dortmund enter the fixture with positive momentum following consecutive victories over Sabah FK and Eintracht Frankfurt.

Werder Bremen enter the match following a 3-2 league win over Mainz, powered by goals from Ludovit Reis and Niclas Fullkrug. Dortmund will remain without injured trio Emre Can, Giannis Konstantelias, and Justin Lerma, while Bremen are missing attackers Justin Njinmah and Keke Topp.

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