Borussia Dortmund came close to winning, only to be denied by the woodwork three times and an impressive string of saves by Pavlenka in the Werder goal. The shot count after the 53rd minute read 9-0 in their favour.

Goal-getter: Marco Reus has scored nine goals in nine Bundesliga matches since tearing his cruciate ligament in May 2017.

Favourite foe: Reus has 11 Bundesliga goals against Bremen – a tally he has only matched against Mainz, who happen to be BVB's next opponents...

Back in the squad: Shinji Kagawa returned to the squad for the first time since the 2-0 victory over Hamburg on 10 February.

Imbalance: The Black & Yellows have won each of their past four home games but are without a win in their last four on the road.

All-important opener: Borussia Dortmund have not lost any of the last 13 matches in which they scored first.