Arminia Bielefeld are looking to continue their strong form in the Germany Cup! After a stunning run to the final last year, they'll be brimming with confidence as they take on Werder Bremen in the first round. Bielefeld are flying high in the 2. Bundesliga, currently topping the table after two wins on the bounce, with Noah Sarenren Bazee in red-hot form. Bremen, on the other hand, are struggling, with a poor pre-season and a recent friendly defeat against Udinese. History favours Bielefeld too – they beat Bremen in the quarter-finals of last year's competition! Can Bielefeld make another statement and progress?

Werder Bremen's recent friendly matches have been poor, losing all four. Their attack has been weak during this period. Facing Arminia Bielefeld, who are on a winning streak, Werder Bremen are unlikely to end their losing streak. Prediction: Arminia Bielefeld win