Werder Bremen make Bundesliga history with third straight two-goal comeback

Three consecutive Bundesliga matches, three two-goal deficits and seven points recovered from losing positions — Werder Bremen have become the first side in Bundesliga history to avoid defeat after trailing by two goals in three successive matches.

But unlike the dramatic victory over Augsburg and last weekend's draw in Dortmund, Saturday's comeback against Paderborn was met with a rather different reaction.

Niclas Füllkrug scored twice in five second-half minutes to rescue a 2-2 draw, adding more fuel to the debate over whether he stays at the Weserstadion. Bremen had created enough opportunities to win comfortably, only to find themselves 2-0 behind after half an hour.

Marco Grüll and Chuki both passed up good chances before Stefano Marino opened the scoring for Paderborn, with some poor defending then allowing Steffen Tigges to double the visitors' advantage. Füllkrug eventually brought Bremen level, taking his Bundesliga tally to six goals this season, but Daniel Thioune's side could not find a winner despite continuing to push forward.

A familiar softness at the back

There is an obvious positive in Bremen's refusal to accept defeat, and the return of Füllkrug has made a considerable difference to their attacking threat. Yet having conceded 12 goals across their opening six Bundesliga matches, Thioune will know his side cannot keep relying on rescue acts.