Hosts Wolfsburg will continue their quest for Bundesliga survival on Saturday at Volkswagen Arena, but they face the difficult task of trying to get the better of Champions League hopefuls Stuttgart.
Following their 3-1 defeat against Augsburg in early October, the Wolves head into the weekend's clash fourth last in 15th place with five points, whereas their opponents beat Heidenheim on October 5 and are fourth with 12 points.
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Wolfsburg vs Stuttgart prediction: Misfiring hosts welcome defensively solid visitors
Key stats
- Wolfsburg have created 18 big chances in the Bundesliga in six games, with their tally only bettered by Bayer Leverkusen (21) and Bayern Munich (33).
- Stuttgart have only conceded six times in the league, keeping three clean sheets in their last five in the Bundesliga.
- The visitors have scored at least two goals in four of their past eight, whereas the hosts have scored one or fewer goals in four of their five most recent outings, and they are winless in their last eight at home.
Correct score prediction: Wolfsburg 1-2 Stuttgart
Stuttgart have started the season in fine fashion, and they have won four of their past five in all competitions, so there is no reason to doubt their ability to get the better of Wolfsburg.
Wolfsburg's concerning form at home makes it hard to back them, especially as they have rarely threatened in the final third this term.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Stuttgart predicted to win by the bookmakers
- HOME: 8/5 (2.6) – 38.5%%
- DRAW: 13/5 (3.6) – 27.8%
- AWAY: 6/4 (2.5) – 40%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Stuttgart are the expected winner of this clash, with a probability of 40%, but the bookmakers would not be surprised if they failed to beat Wolfsburg considering the hosts have been given a 38.5% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Wolfsburg edge recent history
In the last seven encounters between the two sides, Wolfsburg have emerged victorious in three clashes while only losing twice.
The Wolves held Stuttgart to a 2-2 draw at Volkswagen Arena in September 2024, but they won the away fixture against Die Roten 2-1 in February 2025.
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Wolfsburg preview: Struggling for form
Wolfsburg's defeat against Augsburg was their third consecutive loss, and it was their ninth Bundesliga defeat in 15, a period in which they won just twice.
Predicted lineup: Grabara (GK), Fischer, Jenz, Koulierakis, Maehle, Svanberg, Arnold, Eriksen, Daghim, Amoura & Olsen
Last five results:
- Augsburg 3-1 Wolfsburg
- Wolfsburg 1-0 RB Leipzig
- Borussia Dortmund 1-0 Wolfsburg
- Wolfsburg 3-3 FC Koln
- Wolfsburg 1-1 Mainz 05
Stuttgart preview: Improved performances of late
Stuttgart are among the form teams in Germany, winning four of their past five outings, as well as six of their past eight games in 2025-26.
Centre-forward Tiago Tomas may fill in for first-choice striker Ermedin Demirovic, who is likely to miss out on action until February due to a broken ankle.
Predicted lineup: Nubel (GK), Assignon, Jaquez, Chabot, Mittelstadt, Karazor, Stiller, Bouanani, El Khannouss, Fuhrich & Tomas
Last five results:
- Stuttgart 1-0 Heidenheim
- Basel 2-0 Stuttgart
- FC Koln 1-2 Stuttgart
- Stuttgart 2-1 Celta Vigo
- Stuttgart 2-0 St Pauli
Player to watch: Christian Eriksen
Wolfsburg signed Christian Eriksen for free upon the expiry of his Manchester United contract, but he has not yet started a game for the hosts.
The 33-year-old is an exceptional passer, and he will hope to add to his tally of 124 league assists on Saturday.