May 2017. Unfortunately, Werder did not win any of their last three games of the season. Werder did not manage to qualify for a European competition but the team was incredibly proud of their comeback to finish 8th. Werder did, however, manage to score two goals in all three games, but they conceded four goals twice and even five against Hoffenheim. Alexander Nouri’s task for next season was clear – improve Werder’s defence as much as the attack and the team will qualify for Europe.
Fast-forward. Frankfurt, early November 2017. It is Florian Kohfeldt first match in charge. The team put on an impressive performance and deserved to walk away with a point. Kohfeldt was promoted from caretaker manager to permanent head coach.
And then the points starting coming in. Werder’s eleven match winless run came to an end. With a new manager, the team felt like they could start their season again. Unfortunately, the season came to a halt just a few weeks later with the winter break.
It has been an intense, wild year for SV Werder Bremen. The club really has been through it all. Happy New Year from everyone here at SV Werder Bremen! We cannot wait to see you all next season!