Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 06/02/2024
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Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 06/02/2024

Giorgi Natsvlishvili

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Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart predictionFebruary 5, 2024, 2:45 pm ET
Bayer 04 Leverkusen odds-150
VfB Stuttgart odds+370
Draw+330
Over\Under-167 / +142

Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart. Shape of the Teams

Under Xabi Alonso’s guidance, Leverkusen has been performing impressively across all competitions, positioning themselves as strong contenders for the DFB Pokal title alongside their Bundesliga campaign. 

Their journey to the DFB Pokal quarter-finals has been marked by decisive victories against Teutonia (0-8), Sandhausen (2-5), and Paderborn (3-1), showcasing their dominance and depth in the squad.

On the other hand, Stuttgart’s path to the quarter-finals has been more challenging, with victories over Balingen (0-4), Union Berlin (1-0), and, notably, Borussia Dortmund (2-0), highlighting their capability to compete against strong opponents.

However, Stuttgart faces a setback with their top scorer, Serhou Guirassy, unlikely to play due to an injury. Guirassy’s absence is significant, considering his impressive tally of 19 goals in 16 matches, leaving Deniz Undav, who has scored 14 goals in 19 matches, as their leading available attacker.

Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart Main Match Info

Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart Prediction, Odds

Stuttgart’s transformation this season has been noteworthy, showcasing significant improvement from the previous year. 

Despite their potential to aim higher than their current third place in the Bundesliga, their performance away from home has been a stumbling block. Sebastian Hoeneß’s team lost 3 of their last 4 Bundesliga matches, underscoring this issue.

I think this match promises to be an exciting encounter, with expectations for a goal-rich match. Both teams have demonstrated their scoring capabilities, contributing to over a hundred goals between them.

Despite Leverkusen’s solid defensive record, Stuttgart has proven they can find the back of the net, as evident in their Bundesliga encounter earlier in the season. 

However, Sebastian Hoeneß’s side shows vulnerabilities in defence that Leverkusen can exploit.

Leverkusen is navigating through what could be one of their most memorable seasons, sitting atop the Bundesliga with 52 points. With Bayern Munich hot on their heels, trailing by a mere two points, the race for the German title is intensifying. 

Guided by Xabi Alonso’s tactical nous, Leverkusen not only aims to secure the Bundesliga crown but also has its sights set on the DFB Pokal, where they’ve emerged as the clear favourites.

Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart Betting Tip

Leverkusen’s impressive unbeaten streak of 29 matches in the 2023/24 season, comprising 25 victories and four draws, has been a highlight of Xabi Alonso’s tenure. Despite this impressive record, the upcoming DFB Pokal match against Stuttgart will not be easy for The Black and Reds.

Firstly, the proximity of this match to a potentially title-deciding Bundesliga clash against Bayern Munich is a critical factor. This pivotal encounter could indeed shape the championship’s outcome, prompting Alonso to possibly rotate his squad to manage player fatigue and ensure readiness for the Bayern showdown. 

Secondly, Stuttgart’s commendable season further complicates the task for Leverkusen. Currently third in the Bundesliga, Stuttgart has shown resilience and competitiveness, with only six defeats in 23 games across all competitions this season. 

Their record of keeping matches within a narrow margin — rarely losing by more than a single goal — speaks volumes about their defensive solidity and overall competitiveness.

The history between Leverkusen and Stuttgart, notably their last 1-1 draw, hints at the potential for another tight contest. 

Stuttgart’s solid performance this season, combined with the strategic considerations Alonso must balance ahead of the crucial Bundesliga fixture, suggests that Stuttgart could indeed minimize the margin of defeat or possibly secure a more favourable result in this DFB Pokal clash.

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