Borussia Dortmund to win
Dortmund's superior form, head-to-head dominance (unbeaten in 4), and away record (3 wins in 5) make them clear favorites at 1.80 odds with 55% probability. Bremen struggles defensively.
Welcome to Extratips, your go-to spot for sharp football predictions! Today, we dive into the exciting Bundesliga matchup between Werder Bremen and Borussia Dortmund on May 16, 2026, at 13:30. This game at Weserstadion promises fireworks.
Key Match Facts: Dortmund enter as favorites, chasing a top-four finish. Bremen fight to stay mid-table safe. Recent buzz highlights Dortmund's attacking flair, while Bremen leans on home grit.
Top Odds Spotlight:
Standings & Motivation: Dortmund sit 4th with 58 points, hungry for Champions League spots. Bremen linger 10th on 42 points, needing points to dodge relegation scare.
Head-to-Head (Last 5): Dortmund dominate: 3-1 (2025), 2-0 (2024), 1-1 (2023), 4-2 (2022), 0-2 (2021). BVB unbeaten in four.
Recent Form: Bremen's home: W-L-D-W-L (2 wins). Dortmund away: W-W-D-L-W (3 wins). Solid for visitors.
Team Strengths/Weaknesses:
Werder: Strengths – speedy counters (3 goals last home win); Weaknesses – leaky defense (conceded 8 in 5). Dortmund: Strengths – lethal attack (12 goals in 5 aways); Weaknesses – occasional slips vs low blocks.
Key Factors: No major injuries reported. Dortmund's new 4-3-3 tactic boosts midfield control. Weather fine.
Unique Angles: 1. Revived rivalry – oldest Bundesliga feud, always intense! 2. Young guns vs vets – Dortmund's stars shine bright. 3. Home magic? Bremen's Weserstadion upsets.
Potential Bets: Dortmund win, BTTS Yes, Over 2.5.
Team Compare: Dortmund's attack trumps Bremen's (2.1 vs 1.4 goals/game), but hosts match physically. Similarity: Both love open play.
Scenarios: High – Dortmund 2-1 win (60%). Medium – 1-1 draw (25%). Low – Bremen shock 1-0 (15%).
Expect goals and drama! #Bundesliga #WerderDortmund
Total votes: 93
Dortmund's superior form, head-to-head dominance (unbeaten in 4), and away record (3 wins in 5) make them clear favorites at 1.80 odds with 55% probability. Bremen struggles defensively.
Bremen's home games often see goals both ways (4/5), and Dortmund concedes on counters. High 65% implied odds at 1.53 make this a strong pick, fitting Dortmund away win.
Both teams' styles lead to open games – Dortmund averages 2.1 goals away, Bremen leaky at home. 63% probability at 1.58 odds aligns with BTTS Yes and Dortmund victory for a 2-1 or 3-1 scoreline.
Our picks
*Odds available at time of writing.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | DIFF | GLS | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 | 28 | 5 | 1 | +86 | 122:36 | 89 | WWDWW | |
| 2 | 34 | 22 | 7 | 5 | +36 | 70:34 | 73 | WWLWL | |
| 3 | 34 | 20 | 5 | 9 | +19 | 66:47 | 65 | LWLWW | |
| 4 | 34 | 18 | 8 | 8 | +22 | 71:49 | 62 | DWDDL | |
| 5 | 34 | 18 | 7 | 9 | +13 | 65:52 | 61 | LWDWW | |
| 6 | 34 | 17 | 8 | 9 | +21 | 68:47 | 59 | DLWWL | |
| 7 | 34 | 13 | 8 | 13 | -6 | 51:57 | 47 | WLDLW | |
| 8 | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | -4 | 61:65 | 44 | DLLDL | |
| 9 | 34 | 12 | 7 | 15 | -16 | 45:61 | 43 | LWWDW | |
| 10 | 34 | 10 | 10 | 14 | -9 | 44:53 | 40 | WLWLD | |
| 11 | 34 | 10 | 9 | 15 | -14 | 44:58 | 39 | WWDLL | |
| 12 | 34 | 9 | 11 | 14 | -11 | 42:53 | 38 | WLWDD | |
| 13 | 34 | 9 | 11 | 14 | -14 | 40:54 | 38 | DWWLL | |
| 14 | 34 | 7 | 11 | 16 | -14 | 49:63 | 32 | LLDLD | |
| 15 | 34 | 8 | 8 | 18 | -23 | 37:60 | 32 | LLLDW | |
| 16 | 34 | 7 | 8 | 19 | -24 | 45:69 | 29 | WLDDW | |
| 17 | 34 | 6 | 8 | 20 | -31 | 41:72 | 26 | LWDWL | |
| 18 | 34 | 6 | 8 | 20 | -31 | 29:60 | 26 | LLLLD |