Bayer Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Bundesliga 2025-26

Leverkusen have 29 points from 15 matches, while VfB Stuttgart have 26 points.

The BayArena prepares for a huge game this Saturday, January 10, 2026. Third-placed Bayer Leverkusen host sixth-placed VfB Stuttgart in this contest. This match could change everything in the race for UEFA Champions League qualification.

Kasper Hjulmand’s side sit on 29 points from 15 matches. They come after a big 3-1 victory over RB Leipzig before the winter break. This result kept them firmly within the top four.

On the other side, the visitors from Swabia arrive with 26 points. They really need to find some consistency. This follows a goalless draw against Hoffenheim, a result that left them just outside the European spots by a narrow margin.

History is on the side of the hosts. They have won this matchup mostly in recent years. However, the Bundesliga is unpredictable and often ignores the stats.

Leverkusen’s attackers have found the net 33 times this season. The in-form Patrik Schick leads this unit. This high number shows how dangerous they are in front of the goal.

Hjulmand will likely count on this scoring power. He aims to break down a Stuttgart defence that has conceded 22 goals. This defence often struggles to stay calm against teams that press high on the road.

Stuttgart have managed eight wins this campaign. However, their away form is a major weakness. Leverkusen will surely look to take advantage of this from the start.

They must fix their midfield to stop Leverkusen’s quick play through the centre. Fans should expect a lot of goals. Past games between these two clubs have turned into high-scoring battles. This includes a wild 4-3 Leverkusen victory in their last meeting.

Bayer Leverkusen have the momentum and a deeper bench. They look ready to take all three points. This would pull them away from the teams chasing them, as their goal remains the push for European glory.

Kick-off:

• Location: Leverkusen, Germany
• Stadium: BayArena
• Date: Saturday, January 10
• Kick-off Time: 11 PM IST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: Officials are using VAR

Form:

• Bayer Leverkusen: W-W-D-L-W
• VfB Stuttgart: W-D-W-W-L

Players to Watch Out For:

Bayer Leverkusen: Patrik Schick

Patrik Schick leads the attack with great finishing. You can see this from his six goals in just 12 league games this season. He is great at finding space inside the box.

So, he will be the main man. Schick must find a way through the opposition’s defence this Saturday.

VfB Stuttgart: Deniz Undav

Deniz Undav is in great form right now. He has scored eight times in 11 games. This stat shows he is clearly the biggest threat from the visitors.

Undav carries the team’s scoring hopes. Leverkusen must watch him closely. If they lose him, he will score without hesitation.

Match Facts:

• Kasper Hjulmand’s Leverkusen squad are on a roll going into this weekend. They easily beat title contenders RB Leipzig 3-1 in their last game of 2025. Meanwhile, Stuttgart need to get their focus back quickly. This follows a dull 0-0 draw against Hoffenheim.
• The BayArena has become a very tough place to play for these opponents. Bayer Leverkusen have not lost in their last five home games against Stuttgart. They even won a 4-3 thriller during this same fixture last season.
• Attacking play will likely matter more than defending on Saturday. Recent games suggest we will see plenty of goals. The last four competitive meetings between these two sides saw 18 total goals. This averages out to 4.5 goals per match.

Bayer Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart Betting Tips and Odds:

• Bayer Leverkusen to win: 1.99 (1xBet)
• Both teams to score – Yes: 1.52 (Melbet / Easyodds)
• Patrik Schick to score anytime: 2.38 (Oddspedia)

Injuries and Team News:

Bayer Leverkusen’s Absentee List:

Bayer Leverkusen have a few tough choices to make with the lineup. The medical team has ruled out several important players for this weekend. A nagging hamstring injury will force Ernest Poku to miss the game.

This injury keeps him out until mid-January. Also, the talented Alejandro Grimaldo is still working his way back from a muscle problem. Exequiel Palacios is still out with a groin strain. The team thinks he will be back later in the month.

VfB Stuttgart’s Missing Personnel:

VfB Stuttgart’s injury list is quite long right now. This makes things very difficult for the manager. Illness keeps Ameen Al Dakhil out.

There are longer-term worries for Lazar Jovanovic and Dan-Axel Zagadou. Finn Jeltsch and Lorenz Assignon are also missing. All four will be out until late January.

They have various back, tendon, and shoulder problems. Also, Luca Jaquez and Noah Darvich have to sit out. They are getting over hamstring and muscle injuries.

Head-To-Head Stats:

• Total matches: 88
• Bayer Leverkusen wins: 41
• VfB Stuttgart wins: 23
• Draws: 24

Predicted Starting Lineups:

Bayer Leverkusen (3-4-2-1): M. Flekken; R. Andrich, L. Badé, J. Belocian; Arthur, A. García, M. Tillman, N. Tella; M. Terrier, J. Hofmann; P. Schick.

VfB Stuttgart (4-2-3-1): A. Nübel; J. Vagnoman, A. Rouault, J. Chabot, M. Mittelstädt; A. Karazor, A. Stiller; T. Tomás, N. Nartey, J. Leweling; D. Undav.

Match Prediction:

Bayer Leverkusen look set to take a strong win. Kasper Hjulmand’s men have much better momentum than their injury-hit opponents. The hosts should find it easy to get past Stuttgart’s weakened defence.

They want all three points at the BayArena. Because of this, a 3-1 score looks like a likely result.

Prediction: Bayer Leverkusen 3-1 VfB Stuttgart

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