Extra-time equalizer: Werder rescues late 1:1 - Werder Bremen ends winless streak with last-gasp equaliser against Mönchengladbach
Werder Bremen snapped a ten-match winless streak in the Bundesliga with a dramatic last-gasp 1-1 drawing against Borussia Mönchengladbach. The quick draw came after Keke Topp's equaliser deep into stoppage time, salvaging a point for the struggling side. Both teams played cautiously, focusing more on defence than attack throughout the match.
The first half offered little excitement, with Werder Bremen managing just one clear opportunity. Samuel Mbangula's 20th-minute strike was saved by Moritz Nicolas, leaving the scoreline blank at the break.
Borussia Mönchengladbach broke the deadlock in the 62nd minute. Franck Honorat and Haris Tabaković linked up well, with the latter firing home to put the visitors ahead. Werder Bremen pushed for an equaliser, with Yukinari Sugawara testing Nicolas from range and narrowly heading wide.
Despite late pressure, the hosts looked set for another defeat until the fourth minute of added time. Keke Topp found the net, securing a dramatic 1-1 drawing and ending Bremen's long winless streak.
Off the pitch, tensions remained. Fans displayed protest banners aimed at the club's sporting director, criticising the leadership. Managing director Clemens Fritz also avoided backing manager Horst Steffen publicly before the match, leaving questions over his future.
The drawing provides temporary relief for Werder Bremen, but pressure on manager Horst Steffen persists. Borussia Mönchengladbach, meanwhile, left with a point after a match short on attacking ambition from both sides. The result does little to ease Bremen's deeper issues, with fan frustration and leadership doubts still looming.
