Werder Bremen beat Bochum 2-0 in friendly; scuffle breaks out, 18-year-old scores

Published Jul 25, 01:36 PM UTC

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Werder Bremen defeated second-division VfL Bochum 2-0 in a 120-minute pre-season test match held in Zillertal, Austria, under 30-degree heat. The match was attended by Jörg Wontorra (77), former TV host and Werder fan who served on the club's supervisory board from 1999 to 2003. Tensions flared in the 46th minute when Bochum's Crimaldi fouled Werder's Felix Agu from behind, sparking a scuffle involving multiple players. VfL coach Uwe Rösler intervened to calm his team. Agu and ex-Bremen player Manuel Mbom received yellow cards. The sporting highlight came from 18-year-old Werder youngster Paul Erevbenagie, who scored a solo goal in the 42nd minute. In the second half, Werder fielded mostly reserves, and Salim Musah converted a penalty in the 70th minute to seal the win.

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The atmosphere was tense at Werder Bremen's extended test match — and not just because of the heat. With temperatures reaching 30 degrees in the shade, the Bundesliga side faced second-division VfL Bochum in their final training camp fixture in the Zillertal region of Austria. Werder ultimately won the 120-minute contest 2-0.

Among those watching was Jörg Wontorra (77), father of TV presenter Laura Wontorra. The veteran broadcaster (formerly of "Ran") is a Werder fan and served on Bremen's supervisory board from 1999 to 2003.

Former TV host Jörg Wontorra (77) visits the Werder test against Bochum. Photo: gumzmedia

Scuffle Erupts in Front of Wontorra

Things turned physical in the 46th minute. Werder right-back Felix Agu launched into an energetic sprint but was taken down from behind by Bochum's Crimaldi. Frustrated, Agu shoved his opponent, prompting several players from both sides to join in. The situation escalated into a scuffle with heated verbal exchanges.

VfL coach Uwe Rösler even stepped onto the pitch to calm his players. Agu and former Werder player Manuel Mbom both received yellow cards. After a few minutes, play resumed.

Youngster Shines in First Half

The standout moment of the opening 60 minutes came from an unexpected source: Paul Erevbenagie (18). In the 42nd minute, the Werder youngster was played through beautifully by Olivier Deman. In a one-on-one situation, he calmly rounded VfL goalkeeper Timo Horn, left a Bochum defender lunging into thin air, and slotted home with ease. Otherwise, the first half was evenly contested.

Talents Take Over in Second Half

In the second period, only goalkeeper Markus Kolke (35) and a lineup of young talents represented Werder — and they raised the intensity. After several promising chances, Salim Musah (20) went down in the box, earning a penalty. The striker stepped up and converted confidently in the 70th minute.

Werder Bremen Lineups

First Half: Hein – Agu (46. Quetant), Pieper, Stark (46. Schmetgens), Deman – Stalmach (35. Alvero), Stage, Chuki – Erevbenagie, Kownacki, Grüll

Second Half: Kolke – Höcker, Schmetgens, Wojcik, Hamouda – Soylu, Heitmann, Covic – Quetant, Musah, Erevbenagie (83. Kownacki)

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Original headline: Besuch im Trainingslager - Wontorra sieht Rudelbildung bei Werder-Test

Original language: DE

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