VfB Stuttgart aims to solidify their position in the top four of the Bundesliga as they host Borussia Dortmund at the MHPArena this Saturday.
Sebastian Hoeneß’s squad enters this crucial match following an impressive 5-2 triumph over Augsburg in their previous outing. Goals from Deniz Undav, Tiago Tomás, Nikolas Nartey, and Ermedin Demirović propelled *Die Schwaben* three points clear in third place in the Bundesliga standings. However, with RB Leipzig and Hoffenheim close behind, a loss could potentially leave three teams tied on points in the race for Champions League qualification, should their rivals secure victories in their respective matches.
For Stuttgart, Finn Jeltsch, Julian Chabot, and Ramon Hendriks are expected to form the three-man defense. Angelo Stiller and Atakan Karazor are likely to anchor the midfield. Forward Deniz Undav will be looking to score his 19th goal of the season, aiming to secure second place in the Bundesliga’s top scorers list, only behind Harry Kane.
Borussia Dortmund, on the other hand, finds themselves nine points adrift of league leaders Bayern Munich. Their second-place standing appears secure, with an eight-point cushion over their upcoming opponents, Stuttgart, making it unlikely for them to be dislodged.
Since their 3-2 defeat to Bayern Munich, Dortmund’s squad has maintained a perfect record, putting them in a strong position to secure a Champions League spot for the next season. While *Die Schwarzgelben* have generally enjoyed a comfortable campaign, that Klassiker loss proved pivotal in the Bundesliga title race.
In midfield, Marcel Sabitzer is expected to start, potentially alongside a player like Bellingham (as listed in the predicted lineup). Upfront, Serhou Guirassy is poised to lead the attack, with Maximilian Beier and Julian Brandt providing creative support.
Predicted Line-ups for Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund
Stuttgart: Nübel – Vagnoman, Hendriks, Chabot, Mittelstädt – Karazor, Stiller – El Khannouss, Undav, Führich – Demirović.
Borussia Dortmund: Kobel – Reggiani, Anton, N. Schlotterbeck – Ryerson, Sabitzer, Bellingham, Svensson – Brandt, Beier – Guirassy.
