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Mbangula: Werder Bremen's secret weapon before the duel against Heidenheim!
Werder Bremen will meet Heidenheim on October 17th, 2025. Fin Bartels analyzes the team and highlights Samuel Mbangula.
Mbangula: Werder Bremen's secret weapon before the duel against Heidenheim!
These days things are going very high at SV Werder Bremen. Next Saturday the team will face 1. FC Heidenheim - a game that is important not only because of the history between the two teams, but also because Bremen were recently able to gain self-confidence with a win over St. Pauli. Fin Bartels, a former Werder professional, remembers in his column the relegation against Heidenheim in 2020, when the games took place without spectators. The pressure on the team has noticeably reduced with the recent win, which makes it easier to prepare for the upcoming match. absolutfussball.com reports.
A highlight of the current season is undoubtedly Samuel Mbangula. The talented winger has not only caught the attention of fans but has also scored two goals. Bartels sees Mbangula as a potential difference-maker who has what it takes to eliminate the problems in Bremen's game. The 21-year-old, whose career began in Club Brugge's youth ranks, moved to Werder via a detour, with the transfer fee of 10 million euros plus bonuses being the second highest in the club's history. Mbangula was previously active in Serie A at Juventus, where he also caused a sensation. His bold style of play could be exactly what Bremen needs in the Bundesliga , adds Wikipedia.
A young hope for Bremen
Mbangula, born in Brussels and with Congolese roots, has already gained experience in the Belgian national team. In November 2024, he was selected for the UEFA Nations League games, highlighting his versatility and potential. Bartels emphasizes the importance of strong training performances; they are crucial to team dynamics and the players’ individual growth.
Bremen also have to hope for the form of Victor Boniface. However, Bartels expresses skepticism about his involvement in Bremen. The comparison with Naby Keita serves as an indication of the high expectations placed on young players. Despite these concerns, it is important for the team that players like Boniface and Mbangula are showing progress so far. According to Wikipedia Werder Bremen has a remarkable history with third place in the Bundesliga's all-time table.
Records and challenges
What does the league currently look like? Werder Bremen is still a Bundesliga team and is one of the clubs that have been active in the most seasons, specifically 60 out of 63. However, there were also some less glorious times, such as the 28 games without a win against Bayern Munich. This record needs to be improved, especially when it comes to trend-setting games like against Heidenheim.
One thing is clear: with the right attitude and the potential of players like Mbangula, Bremen can reach new heights in the current season. The fans will be excited to see whether Mbangula continues to demonstrate his talent and catapult the team into the top half of the table.