Werder travel to the southernmost of the traditional Karneval cities for a clash with Mainz 05 and need a moment of brilliance from Jens Stage to escape with a draw.

Jim and Christian discuss the match, including Horst's smooth subs, problems in the final third, more top play from the back, Topp finding his way back to the pitch, and the latest shoutout to HSV from the guest bloc.

Bremen executives make a trip to address a prominent Bremen fan club and the gents weigh in on what they heard and ask whether last minute transfers are the way of the future for Werder. Jim wonders why fire and noxious fumes are considered untouchable tradition, and Christian sets him straight.

New additions to the Werder family in Bremen and North America, a kicktipp update, and a look ahead to Wolfsburg and whether Horst the Reaper can send another chap to the jobcenter.