VFB Stuttgart kick off the Europa League competition as they welcome Spanish side Celta Vigo on Thursday at the Mercedes-Benz Arena. Die Roten have started the season well with two wins in their first three games in the Bundesliga. Their recent win was a 2-0 victory over St Pauli last weekend and they will be looking to take their form into the European competition.
The Sky Blues, on the other hand, have failed to secure a win in their first five La Liga games, drawing five straight games in a row, with their recent fixture ending in a 1-1 draw against Rayo Vallecano last weekend.
Read our Stuttgart vs Celta Vigo predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other UEFA Europa League predictions.
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Stuttgart vs Celta Vigo prediction: The Swabians to win by a narrow margin
Key statistics
- Stuttgart have picked up three victories in their last five matches across all competitions.
- The Swabians won by a 2-1 scoreline in their previous meeting.
- Both teams have scored at least one goal in four of their last five games.
Correct score prediction: Stuttgart 2-1 Celta Vigo
Both teams have had a poor start to the season, but the hosts are still in a better position than the visitors, which is why we are predicting a 2-1 victory for Stuttgart in this Europa League fixture.
The Swabians have shown they can find the back of the net, especially in their recent matches, and they will be eager to use their home advantage to secure a vital win. The Sky Blues’ recent form and struggles to win away from home have been an issue for the team. We expect the home side to be relentless in their attack and get a narrow victory.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Stuttgart odds slightly favourable
- Home: 4/5 (1.80) – 55.6%
- Draw: 29/10 (3.90) – 25.6%
- Away: 29/10 (3.90) – 25.6%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Based on the odds given by the bookmakers, the home side are given a 55.6% chance of winning with 1.80 odds, making them clear favourites. Both a draw and a win for the visitors are priced at 3.90, each carrying a 25.6% chance, which shows the bookmakers see them as less likely but still a possibility.
Most recent head-to-head: Limited record for both teams
Stuttgart and Celta Vigo don’t have much head-to-head history, with only one recent meeting in a friendly match. The game, which was played in July 2025, ended in a 2-1 win for Sebastian Hoeneb’s team. Even though it was just a friendly, the result gave the German team a small confidence boost going into this competitive match.
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Stuttgart preview: Injury worries in the team
Hoeneb is currently dealing with several fitness and injury problems in the squad. Leonidas Stergiou and Luca Jaquez are lacking match fitness and will need some time to return to full sharpness. Deniz Undav is sidelined with a medial collateral ligament injury, while Justin Diehl is recovering from a muscle problem. Silas Katompa Mvumpa is out with a broken ankle, which is a major setback for the team.
Predicted lineup: Nubel (GK), Assignon, Jeltsch, Chabot, Mittelstadt, Stiller, Leweling, El Khannouss, Andres, Demirovic & Tomas
Last five fixtures
- 19.09.25 – Stuttgart 2 – 0 St Pauli
- 13.09.25 – Freiburg 3 – 1 Stuttgart
- 03.09.25 – Grossaspach 2 – 6 Stuttgart
- 30.08.25 – Stuttgart 1 – 0 B. Monchengladbach
- 26.08.25 – Braunschweig 3 – 3 Stuttgart (Stuttgart won 5-4 on penalties)
Celta Vigo preview: Lots of injury troubles
Claudio Giraldez’s team are facing a few injury concerns ahead of their upcoming matches. Mihailo Ristic is dealing with a muscle injury, while Sergio Carreira is recovering from an ankle problem. Williot Swedberg is also struggling with an ankle injury and remains doubtful for selection.
Predicted lineup: Radu (GK), Starfelt, Lago, Rueda, Carreira, Fernandez, Beltran, Sotelo, Alvarez, Zaragoza & Iglesias
Last five fixtures
- 21.09.25 – Rayo Vallecano 1 – 1 Celta Vigo
- 14.09.25 – Celta Vigo 1 – 1 Girona
- 31.08.25 – Celta Vigo 1 – 1 Villarreal
- 27.08.25 – Celta Vigo 1 – 1 Betis
- 23.08.25 – Mallorca 1 – 1 Celta Vigo
Player to watch: Ermedin Demirovic
One key player to watch in this game is Stuttgart star Ermedin Demirovic. The Bosnian forward has been in strong form, contributing three goals and an assist in his last five outings.
He is a constant trouble for defenders with his physical presence. With his current momentum, Demirovic will be eager to lead the attack and play a decisive role in guiding Stuttgart toward a home win.