Werder Bremen’s relegation worries deepened after a disappointing home defeat to Augsburg, leaving them desperate for points heading into the final two matchdays of the season. Daniel Thioune’s side now faces a must-win scenario against Hoffenheim and Borussia Dortmund to avoid the drop.

Midfielder Romano Schmidt, who scored Werder’s only goal in the loss, didn’t hold back in his assessment. “We had set our sights higher, but we simply weren’t at it from the first second,” he admitted. “We looked far too sluggish, and that can’t happen in a game of this importance. It’s very disappointing.”

The frustration spilled into the stands after Anton Kade’s first-half brace put Augsburg in control. As the players trudged toward the tunnel at halftime, the home crowd voiced their displeasure with loud boos. Schmidt, who has been a bright spot in an otherwise tough season, understood the reaction. “The whistling at half-time today hurt a little, but I can understand it,” the attacking midfielder conceded. “We didn’t reach the level we’d shown in the previous two matches.”

Coach Daniel Thioune echoed that sentiment, urging his team to stay focused despite the setback. “We’ve got some tough fixtures ahead, and we still need points,” he said. “The fight isn’t over. It’s got a few more rounds to go.” With survival on the line, Werder Bremen will need to channel that frustration into a strong finish—and fans will be hoping their team can find the fight to match their passion.