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Northern derby awaits: HSV against Werder Bremen – a football thriller!
On December 7th, 2025, HSV and Werder Bremen will meet for the 158th North Derby. Insights into their exciting encounter and statistics.
Northern derby awaits: HSV against Werder Bremen – a football thriller!
A very special derby is on the agenda in Hamburg on December 7th, 2025: Hamburger SV welcomes Werder Bremen for the 158th northern derby in the Bundesliga. The anticipation for this duel is great. Around 57,000 spectators are expected to create a great atmosphere in the stadium. It is the first premier league duel between the two rivals in eight years - an event that many football fans have been eagerly awaiting.
The northern derby has a long history and is one of the most exciting duels in German football. Werder Bremen is currently just ahead in the overall record with 60 wins, while HSV left the field as winners 55 times (157 competitive games in total). The goals also speak for themselves: HSV scored a total of 276 goals, while Werder scored 254. These statistics make the hearts of all football fans beat faster.
Historical turning points in the northern derby
A look into the past shows that the northern derby has already experienced many unforgettable moments. Some historical games deserve particular mention:
- Am 5. August 1959 besiegte der HSV Werder im NFV-Pokal-Halbfinale sensationell mit 9:1, wobei Uwe Seeler drei Tore erzielte.
- Am 22. März 1980 gewann der HSV mit 5:0, wobei Horst Hrubesch ebenfalls dreimal traf. Dieser Sieg war besonders schmeichelhaft, da es Werder in dieser Saison in die 2. Liga zog.
- Ein weiteres denkwürdiges Match fand am 15. Mai 1982 statt, als der HSV erneut mit 5:0 gegen Werder gewann und somit zwei Wochen später die fünfte Meisterschaft feierte.
- Ein dramatisches Spiel erlebten die Fans am 28. März 1998, als Anthony Yeboah in der letzten Minute das entscheidende Tor zum 2:1 erzielte.
- Und nicht zu vergessen: Am 17. Februar 2007 erzielte Rafael van der Vaart beide Tore zum 2:0-Sieg des HSV in Bremen, der den HSV ins europäische Geschäft führte.
The history of the Northern Derby not only shows exciting games, but also how this rivalry has shaped generations of fans. Every encounter is a small football festival that creates great emotions both on and off the pitch.
What can fans expect in the stadium?
The atmosphere at the Northern Derby is unique. The supporters of both teams are known for their passion. One fan recently said: "This isn't just a game, it's a part of our identity!" The rivalry between Hamburg and Bremen is and remains a central element of regional football history.
While the fans wait for the game, there is still a lot of discussion about tactics and formations. It remains to be seen whether HSV can continue their winning streak or whether Werder Bremen will hit back with a win. All that remains is to wish all football lovers that they can go home from this spectacle as real winners! One thing is certain, however: no matter who wins, the Northern Derby is an incomparable experience in German football, known for its emotions and unmistakable atmosphere.