Preview: Holstein Kiel vs VfB Stuttgart Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | DFB-Pokal 2025-26

The previous outing between these clubs ended in a 2-2 draw.

Holstein Kiel are all set to battle it out against VfB Stuttgart for the quarterfinals fixture of the 2025-26 DFB-Pokal. Holstein-Stadion is going to witness this entertaining contest between these clubs.

The 2. Bundesliga side are going to face a tough contest in their upcoming German cup competition matchup. Holstein Kiel have come up with below-average performances since the beginning of the season. They will be at home for their next game, but it is not going to make things any easier for them.

VfB Stuttgart have come up with some top executions in their last three matches and will be eager to continue with their positive run of form. They have performed well in the Bundesliga this season. They will now be aiming to secure a semifinal spot in the ongoing campaign of the DFB-Pokal.

Kick-off:

• Location: Kiel, Germany
• Stadium: Holstein-Stadion
• Date: Thursday, February 5
• Kick-off Time: 01:15 a.m. IST (Wednesday, Feb 4; 07:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
• Referee: Tobias Welz
• VAR: In use

Form:

Holstein: D-W-W-D-L

Stuttgart: D-L-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Phil Harres (Holstein Kiel)

Phil Harres will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Reds. Even though he has not been in top form lately, the 23-year-old will have a crucial role to play in the final third for Holstein Kiel. A top performance by Harres can be very helpful for the hosts here.

Deniz Undav (Stuttgart)

The 29-year-old has shown some good performances in the last three games for VfB Stuttgart. He has four goal involvements for his side in the last three fixtures and will be looking to help his side in the attacking front once again. Deniz Undav is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Match Facts

• Holstein Kiel have failed to secure a win in their last two attempts.
• VfB Stuttgart are on a three-match winning run.
• The Reds are undefeated in their last two meetings with the Storks.

Holstein Kiel vs Stuttgart: Betting Tips and Odds

• VfB Stuttgart to win @51/100 10bet
• Deniz Undav to score @6/5 Skybet
• Goals over 3.5 @31/20 10bet

Injury and Team News

Holstein Kiel will miss out on the services of Alexander Bernhardsson, Carl Johansson and Patrick Erras. They are injured. Frederik Roslyng and Marco Komenda might also miss out due to their fitness issues.

Dan-Axel Zagadou, Lazar Jovanovic and Tiago Tomas are not going to be in action for VfB Stuttgart due to their injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 6

Holstein won: 3

Stuttgart won: 2

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

Holstein Kiel predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Krumrey (GK); Rosenboom, Zec, Ivezic, Tolkin; Tohumcu, Meffert; Niehoff, Skrzybski, Therkelsen; Harres

VfB Stuttgart predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Nübel (GK); Vagnoman, Jeltsch, Chabot, Hendriks; Karazor, Stiller; El Khannouss, Nartey, Leweling; Undav

Match Prediction

Both of these clubs will be gunning for a win here, but VfB Stuttgart are likely to come out on top. They should outplay Holstein Kiel in their upcoming DFB-Pokal clash.

Prediction: Holstein 1-3 Stuttgart

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