Preview: VfB Stuttgart vs Werder Bremen prediction, odds, where to watch, time | Bundesliga 2025-26

The Reds dominated the proceedings when these clubs last met.

VfB Stuttgart are now going to battle it out against Werder Bremen for their matchweek 31 contest of the 2025-26 Bundesliga. This is going to be an entertaining outing between these clubs, which is scheduled to take place at the MHP Arena.

The Sebastian Hoeneß-led side are coming in after eliminating SC Freiburg from the DFB-Pokal. They secured a 2-1 win after scoring a goal during the extra time. The Reds will now be looking to use this win to build momentum.

VfB Stuttgart are placed fourth on the league table. They have a clear chance to secure the UEFA Champions League spot for the next season. The Reds must not drop points, and being at home for their next matchup will be helpful for them.

The River Islanders have underperformed this season. With just eight wins in 30 matches, they are in 15th place on the Bundesliga points table. Dropping points can lead them close to the relegation zone.

They are coming in after securing a 3-1 win against Hamburg SV in their last game. It was a top performance by them to bag three important points. They will be away from home, and it can keep them under a bit of pressure from the start.

Meanwhile, after dominating performances, Bayern Munich have bagged the Bundesliga 2025-26 title.

Kick-off:

• Location: Stuttgart, Germany
• Stadium: MHPArena
• Date: Sunday, April 26
• Kick-off Time: 07:00 PM IST/ 01:30 PM GMT/ 08:30 AM ET/ 05:30 AM PT
• Referee: Christian Dingert
• VAR: In use

Form:

Stuttgart: W-L-W-L-W

Werder: L-W-L-L-W

Players to Watch

Deniz Undav (VfB Stuttgart)

Deniz Undav continues to net in goals for VfB Stuttgart. He is coming in after scoring a crucial goal in the German Cup fixture for his club. The 29-year-old is in good form, making him a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

He has scored 18 goals and has five assists in 25 Bundesliga appearances this season.

Jens Stage (Werder Bremen)

The 29-year-old is coming in after scoring a sensational brace for his side in the previous game for Werder Bremen. He will be eager to come up with another top performance. Jens Stage now has 11 goal involvements in 25 league games of the ongoing campaign.

He is going to play an important role for the visitors both in the midfield and the attacking front.

Match Facts

• VfB Stuttgart have won three of their last five matches.
• Werder Bremen have secured two wins in their last five attempts.
• Only one of the last five matches between these clubs have ended in a draw.

Stuttgart vs Werder: Betting Tips and Odds

• VfB Stuttgart to win @11/20 Betway
• Deniz Undav to score @10/11 Paddy Power
• Goals over 3.5 @11/10 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Justin Diehl, Finn Jeltsch and Lazar Jovanovic will not be available for VfB Stuttgart due to their injuries.

Werder Bremen are going to be without Victor Boniface, Keke Topp, Mitchell Weiser, Karl Hein and Julian Malatini. They are injured. Leonardo Bittencourt and Marco Grull are suspended.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 117

Stuttgart won: 41

Werder won: 41

Draws: 35

Predicted Lineups

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

Nübel (GK); Hendriks, Chabot, Mittelstädt; Leweling, Karazor, Stiller, Führich; Nartey; Demirovic, Undav

Werder Bremen predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)

Backhaus (GK); Sugawara, Pieper, Coulibaly, Deman; Lynen; Njinmah, Stage, Puertas, Schmid; Milosevic

Match Prediction

Neither of these clubs are consistent with their performances. VfB Stuttgart will be looking to build up some momentum, while Werder Bremen might be under pressure from the start at the MHP Arena.

The Reds are likely to secure three important points in their upcoming league clash.

Prediction: Stuttgart 3-2 Werder

Telecast Details

India: Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: Sky Sports, BBC, Amazon 

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: StarTimes, Canal+

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