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Werder Bremen Colors, Facts and History

Werder Bremen play at the Weserstadion in Bremen, Germany, a 42,100-capacity ground that has been the club's home since 1909.

City
Bremen
Home
Weserstadion (42,100 seats)
Founded
1899
Manager
Daniel Thioune (Oct 2026)

Werder Bremen history

Sportverein Werder Bremen was founded on 4 February 1899. The club shares the record for most Bundesliga seasons with Bayern Munich and sits third on the Bundesliga's all-time points list, trailing only Bayern and Borussia Dortmund. Its main rivalry is the Nordderby with fellow northern club Hamburger SV.

Werder have been German champions four times, first in 1964-65 and most recently in 2003-04, when they also won the cup for a double. The DFB-Pokal has gone to Bremen six times, starting in 1960-61, with the latest in 2008-09. Europe brought the 1991-92 Cup Winners' Cup and a runner-up finish in the 2008-09 UEFA Cup. The club also has one DFL-Ligapokal and three DFL-Supercups.

Did you know?

  • In April 2022, Werder Bremen had more than 40,000 members.
  • Werder Bremen is a multi-sport club, though its football team gets most of the attention.
  • Fans call the club Werder or simply Bremen.

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Questions about the Werder Bremen

How many German championships have Werder Bremen won?

Four, the latest in 2003-04.

Who are Werder Bremen's rivals?

Hamburger SV, in the Nordderby.

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