Preview: Stuttgart vs SC Freiburg prediction, odds, where to watch, time | DFB-Pokal 2025-26 semi-final
These sides are going to meet for the third time this season.
VfB Stuttgart are all set to battle it out against SC Freiburg for their semifinal contest of the 2025-26 DFB-Pokal. This high-stakes game will be an entertaining one, which is scheduled to take place at the MHP Arena.
The Reds are coming in after facing a defeat at the hands of Bayern Munich in their league outing. They are lacking consistency at the moment and this can make things a bit tougher for them. The Sebastian Hoeneß-led side will be at home for their upcoming contest and it is going to be an advantage for them.
VfB Stuttgart will be looking to come up with a top performance and have a chance to qualify for the German Cup.
The Breisgau-Brasilianer have secured back-to-back wins in their last four matches. They will be looking to extend their winning run. Julian Schuster’s men have only been able to come up with decent performances this season, but they have a chance to win the UEFA Europa League.
SC Freiburg will be away from home for their upcoming cup contest, but they are going to put up a strong fight for the hosts. They will be eager to secure a place in the DFB Pokal final.
Kick-off:
- Location: Stuttgart, Germany
- Stadium: MHPArena
- Date: Friday, April 24
- Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST (Thursday, April 23; 06:45 p.m. GMT/ 01:45 p.m. ET/ 10:45 a.m. PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Stuttgart: L-W-L-W-L
Freiburg: L-W-W-W-W
Players to Watch
Chris Führich (VfB Stuttgart)
Chris Führich has now scored in back-to-back matches for VfB Stuttgart. In the German Cup competition, he has scored one goal this season and will be looking to add more to his tally. He will be looking to come up with a top performance so that he can help his side stand a chance in the upcoming contest.
Johan Manzambi (SC Freiburg)
The 20-year-old was one of the goal scorers for SC Freiburg in their previous league game. He scored an important goal and helped his side to a win. From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, Johan Manzambi is going to play a crucial role for the visitors. He is yet to score a goal in the DFB Pokal this season.
Match Facts
- SC Freiburg are on a four-match winning streak.
- VfB Stuttgart have only secured two wins in their last five attempts.
- Neither of the last five meetings between these clubs have ended in a draw.
Stuttgart vs Freiburg: Betting Tips and Odds
- VfB Stuttgart to win @8/13 William Hill
- Chris Führich to score @21/5 Virgin Bet
- Goals over 3.5 @13/8 bet365
Injury and Team News
Finn Jeltsch, Justin Diehl and Lazar Jovanovic are injured, hence keeping them out of action for VfB Stuttgart. They are likely to return during May 2026.
SC Freiburg will miss out on the services of Max Rosenfelder, Daniel-Kofi Kyereh and Patrick Osterhage. They are injured and likely to return during early or mid-May 2026.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 53
Stuttgart won: 29
Freiburg won: 19
Draws: 5
Predicted Lineups
Stuttgart predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Nübel (GK); Assignon, Hendriks, Chabot, Mittelstädt; Andrés, Stiller; Leweling, Undav, Führich; Demirovic
Freiburg predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Atubolu (GK); Kubler, Ginter, Ogbus, Günter; Scherhant, Eggestein, Manzambi, Grifo; Höler, Matanovic
Match Prediction
Despite the lack of consistency, VfB Stuttgart are going to be a strong side at MHP Arena. They will have a slight edge. SC Freiburg are going to put up a strong fight in this tough outing.
The Reds are likely to come out on top victorious in their DFB Pokal semifinal.
Prediction: Stuttgart 3-2 Freiburg
Telecast Details
India: FanCode
Worldwide: DFB Play
When and where is Stuttgart vs Freiburg DFB Pokal semifinal?
Thursday, April 23, at the MHP Arena in Stuttgart. Kick-Off is scheduled at 6:45 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch DFB Pokal live in India?
Fans in India can watch the match live on FanCode.
Where and how to watch DFB Pokal live?
DFB Play will show all the DFB Pokal matches live all around the world.
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