FC Twente Enschede Women 1-0 Werder Bremen Women: Narrow Victory in Pre-Season Friendly

Friendly Match Report – July 19, 2026

FC Twente Enschede Women kicked off their pre-season preparations with a hard-fought 1-0 win over German side Werder Bremen Women at the Sportpark Het Geelse. A solitary first-half goal was enough to separate the two teams in a match that served as valuable preparation for both clubs ahead of their respective domestic campaigns.

Match Overview

The Dutch Eredivisie side started brightly, pressing high and forcing early errors from the Werder Bremen defense. The breakthrough came in the 24th minute when midfielder Fenna Koster latched onto a loose ball inside the box and slotted calmly past the advancing goalkeeper. Twente continued to dominate possession but could not add a second, with the Werder goalkeeper making fine saves on two occasions.

Werder Bremen Women grew into the contest after the interval, enjoying spells of possession and creating a few dangerous set-piece opportunities. However, the Twente defense, anchored by captain Lieke Segers, stood firm. The hosts almost doubled the lead late on but hit the crossbar from a corner.

Key Takeaways

• Positive Start: FC Twente Enschede Women showed good organization and attacking intent, a promising sign for their upcoming league season.
• Werder Solid Under Pressure: Despite the loss, the Bundesliga side demonstrated resilience and will benefit from the high-tempo workout.
• Pre-Season Form: Both coaches will likely experiment with lineups in their remaining friendlies; Twente’s win provides early momentum.

The friendly ended 1-0, with both teams gaining important minutes for their squads. Twente will now face a stronger test in their next outing against a Belgian top-division side, while Werder Bremen Women continue their preparations for the Frauen-Bundesliga season starting in September.