VfB Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | Bundesliga 2026-27
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VfB Stuttgart will be going to have a face-off against Borussia Dortmund for their matchweek 4 contest of the Bundesliga 2026-27 campaign. The MHPArena is going to witness this clash between these clubs.
The Reds have been very inconsistent with their performances since the beginning of the season. They are coming off a 1-2 defeat against TSG Hoffenheim in their previous league outing. This also marks their second loss in the first three games of the German top division this season.
Sebastian Hoeness’ men will be at home for their upcoming outing and must use it towards their advantage. They are not going to have an easy day out.
Borussia Dortmund have been on a flying form lately. They have secured consecutive wins in their last five matches and will be looking to add more to their tally. Things are working just fine for the Niko Kovac-led side.
They secured a 3-0 victory against SC Paderborn 07 in their last Bundesliga clash. Even though they will be away from home, the Black and Yellow are going to be full of confidence.
Kick-off
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- Location: Stuttgart, Germany
- Stadium: MHPArena
- Date: Saturday, September 19
- Kick-off Time: 10:00 pm IST/ 04:30 pm GMT/ 12:30 pm ET/ 09:30 am PT
- Referee: Tobias Stieler
- VAR: In use
Form:
Stuttgart: W-L-W-W-L
Dortmund: W-W-W-W-W
Players to Watch
Ermedin Demirović (VfB Stuttgart)
Ermedin Demirović recently scored a hat-trick in the UEFA Champions League. He will be looking to step up his game once again. He can be deployed as an attacking midfielder and as a striker too.
The 28-year-old forward has only scored one goal in the ongoing season of the German top division. He will be eager to add more goals to his tally.
Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund)
Serhou Guirassy has been consistent with his performances since the beginning of the season. Despite failing to score a goal in the previous league clash, he was quite active in the final third and bagged a crucial assist. The 30-year-old forward from Guinea now has four goal contributions in three Bundesliga appearances this season.
Match Facts
- Borussia Dortmund are on a five-match winning streak.
- VfB Stuttgart have only secured one win in the Bundesliga 2026-27 so far.
- Only one of the last five games between these clubs has ended in a draw.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Borussia Dortmund to win
- Serhou Guirassy to score
- Goals over 3.5
Injury and Team News
VfB Stuttgart will miss out on the services of Justin Diehl, Luca Jaquez, Lorenz Assignon, Dan-Axel Zagadou, Dennis Seimen and Tiago Tomas. They are injured. Nikolas Nartey and Angelo Stiller might also sit out due to a lack of fitness.
Emre Can, Giannis Konstantelias, Filippo Mane and Justin Lerma will not be in action for Borussia Dortmund. They are still recovering from their injuries. Konstantinos Karetsas is back in training.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 123
Stuttgart (wins): 48
Dortmund (wins): 49
Draws: 26
Predicted Lineups
VfB Stuttgart predicted XI (3-4-2-1)
Bredlow (GK); Jeltsch, Chabot, Hendriks; Vagnoman, Promel, Karazor, Mittelstadt; Demirovic, Fuhrich; Undav
Borussia Dortmund predicted XI (3-4-2-1)
Kobel (GK); Gadou, Anton, Schlotterbeck; Ryerson, Veerman, Bellingham, Svensson; Nwaneri, Nmecha; Guirassy
Match Prediction
Despite being at home, VfB Stuttgart will be under pressure, and Borussia Dortmund will be keen to use it to their advantage.
Niko Kovac’s men are likely to come out on top to secure a win in their Bundesliga outing.
Prediction: VfB Stuttgart 2-3 Borussia Dortmund
Telecast Details
India: Zee5, Unite8 Sports
Germany: Sky Deutschland, DAZN
UK: Sky Sports, Amazon Prime Video, BBC
USA: USA Networks, Peacock
When and where is Stuttgart vs Dortmund Bundesliga match?
This clash is going to take place on September 19 at the MHP Arena.
Where and how to watch Bundesliga 2026-27 season live in India?
Fans can watch all the matches live by tuning into the Zee5 app and website.
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