Bayer Leverkusen returned to the Bundesliga summit with a 3-0 win at Werder Bremen to ensure boss Xabi Alonso enjoyed a memorable 42nd birthday.
Werder Bremen head coach Ole Werner believes his charges have the ability to beat Frankfurt, despite going into the Bundesliga game as underdogs.
German national team striker Niclas Fullkrug has officially sealed his transfer to Borussia Dortmund from Werder Bremen.
Manuel Mbom has departed Werder Bremen to join Danish first division club Viborg.
New Werder Bremen signing Naby Keita will be out of action for several weeks after suffering an abductor muscle injury.
Naby Keita has joined Bundesliga side Werder Bremen following his departure from Liverpool.