Werder Bremen beats Energie Cottbus 4-2 in friendly Werder Bremen defeated Energie Cottbus 4-2 in a friendly match. The hosts showed significant defensive weaknesses, while Werder demonstrated their class. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 15th in Bundesliga, 32 pts, 8W-8D-18L from 34 games, recent form LLLDW. ## What happened in the game? Energie Cottbus started strong. Tolcay Ciğerci put the team ahead in the 6th minute. But Werder Bremen then showed their superiority. Salim Musah (31') and Samuel Mbangula (45') turned the game around before halftime. In the unusual test over two 60-minute halves, Paul Erevbenagie made it 3-1 in the 103rd minute. ## Why is this important for Werder? The win shows that Werder Bremen is well-prepared for the new season. The team was able to demonstrate their strengths and gain important insights. ## What's next? Energie Cottbus starts the 2. Bundesliga season on August 9. The opening match is at home against Hannover 96. The dress rehearsal failed, now the premiere must succeed!