Werder in a Pinch With Coach Illness
The Coaching Dilemma
The question on everyone's lips: Will Ole Werner (35), the Werder coach, be fit to face Leverkusen on Saturday (3.30 pm)? His nagging cold kept him away from training sessions, and now, just a few hours before kick-off, the team is sweating it out.
Your Coach, Your Decision
Despite his lingering cold, Werner remains steadfast, doing his best to make it to the game. Kohlmann, the beloved 'Kohle' (40), once again stepped up as his stand-in, leading the training session on Friday with Werner's guidance.
The Go-to Man
Strong bonds and seamless coordination make Kohlmann an invaluable asset as Werner's assistant since 2019. His journey started at Holstein Kiel before teaming up with Markus Anfang and later Tim Walter (at HSV) and André Schubert. Kohlmann's brief stint with Borussia Dortmund led him to play one Bundesliga match in 2004 and spent the majority of his career at Union Berlin, helping in their promotion to the 2nd division in 2009.
Scoring Against Giants
Bremen's future remains uncertain against Leverkusen, a formidable force in the Bundesliga. The pressure is immense; the team must believe in their playing style and courage to thrive on the pitch.
Past woes Against Leverkusen
Bremen's record against Bayer is hardly promising. The last time they triumphed was at matchday 26 of the 2018/19 season, securing a prominent 3-1 victory with Milot Rashica and Max Kruse delivering a brace.
- With Werner sidelined by illness, the focus shifts to his assistant, Kohlmann. His experience and understanding of Werner's tactics will be crucial in ensuring that Bremen puts up a formidable fight against Leverkusen.
- Werner's ailment has sparked intense debate among local sports media, questioning the club's strategy and the suitability of Kohlmann to take charge temporarily if Werner fails to shake off his affliction.
- In a recent interview with 'Sport - Lighthouse Hamburg', Clemens Fritz, the professional boss of Werder Bremen, emphasized the importance of having Werner on the sideline, expressing concern about his absence.
- According to reports from 'Regio Sport Bremen', analysts have pointed out the challenge Bremen faces in competing against Leverkusen, requiring self-confidence and courage to overcome one of the Bundesliga's top teams.
Enrichment Integration: Werner's return from a red-card suspension in 2025, marking his first match against TSG Hoffenheim, highlights his enduring presence and impact as a coach for Werder Bremen. During his absence, assistant coach Patrick Kohlmann proved his mettle in stepping up to the plate.
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