Werder Bremen 4-1 Union Berlin
Goals: 1-0 Grüll 13’ (assist: Schmid), 2-0 Grüll 17’ (assist: Köhn), 2-1 Schäfer 23’ (assist: Rothe), 3-1 Weiser 45’ (assist: Köhn), 4-1 Stage 87’ (assist: Ducksch)

Both teams entered the match with contrasting forms, with Bremen riding high on a wave of recent successes and Union winless since 20 October. The Green-Whites, under the guidance of Ole Werner, were eager to continue their impressive run, having secured victories in their last three outings across all competitions. Union, led by Bo Svensson, were desperate to snap their seven-game winless streak in the league.

Grüll's double delight

The match exploded into life in the 13th minute when Grüll opened the scoring for Bremen. The Austrian rose highest to meet compatriot Romano Schmid's pinpoint cross, powering a header into the bottom corner. Before Union could catch their breath, Grüll struck again just four minutes later. This time, it was Derrick Köhn who provided the assist, setting up Grüll for a clinical finish that left Alexander Schwolow with no chance.

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