SC Freiburg Extends Winning Streak with Emphatic 5-0 Victory over Werder Bremen
Bremen, Germany – SC Freiburg continued their impressive run of form in the Bundesliga, crushing SV Werder Bremen 5-0 in their 23rd matchday encounter. The victory marked Freiburg’s fourth consecutive league win and their fourth clean sheet in a row.
High-Flying Freiburg Punish Bremen’s Lapses
Freiburg, spearheaded by their in-form forward Kiliann Sildillia, dominated the match from the outset. Sildillia, known for his acrobatic abilities, stunned Bremen with a spectacular overhead kick in the 15th minute. The goal set the tone for Freiburg’s relentless attacking display.
Bremen’s defense struggled to cope with Freiburg’s incisive passing and movement. Just 18 minutes later, Vincenzo Grifo doubled Freiburg’s lead with a well-taken free-kick. The Italian midfielder exhibited his exceptional set-piece ability, sending the ball curling into the top corner.
Second Half Dominance Extends Freiburg’s Lead
Freiburg continued their dominance after the interval, with Grifo adding his second goal in the 57th minute. The 29-year-old midfielder pounced on a loose ball in the Bremen penalty area and finished with a clinical shot.
The hosts further extended their lead in the 76th minute through Ritsu Doan. The Japanese international, after a clever one-two with Lucas Höler, found himself in a one-on-one situation with Bremen goalkeeper Jens Stage and made no mistake.
Doan’s Double Cements Freiburg’s Triumph
Doan sealed Freiburg’s emphatic victory with his second goal in stoppage time (90+2). The substitute forward, who came on in the 85th minute, capitalized on another defensive error by Bremen and slotted the ball home from close range.
Bremen in Crisis as Freiburg Overtakes Leipzig
The defeat was a major setback for Werder Bremen, who have now won only one of their past eight league matches. The Green-Whites remain in 11th place with 30 points, leaving them in a precarious position in the Bundesliga standings.
Meanwhile, Freiburg’s victory propelled them to third place with 39 points, leapfrogging RB Leipzig. The Breisgau-Brasilianer have established themselves as one of the most in-form teams in the league and will be looking to continue their impressive run when they face Bayer Leverkusen in their next fixture.
Stark Admits Bremen’s Devastating Display
Werder Bremen defender Niklas Stark acknowledged his team’s poor performance in the aftermath of the defeat. "That wasn’t the performance we need to bring to get something from the game," Stark said after the match. "That’s why we deserved to lose."
Freiburg coach Christian Streich praised his team’s clinical finishing and defensive solidity. "We were very efficient in our attacking play, and our defense was incredibly concentrated and disciplined," Streich said. "It was a great team performance."
Freiburg’s relentless form has sent shockwaves through the Bundesliga. With their next match against a struggling Bayer Leverkusen, the Breisgau-Brasilianer have an opportunity to extend their winning streak and further consolidate their position in the Champions League qualification race.
