- VfB Stuttgart II have a solid home record this season with eight wins, three draws and five losses from 16 matches.
- FC Erzgebirge Aue have been poor away from home this season, winning just one and losing 11 of their 16 matches.
- Stuttgart II are unbeaten in their last three home matches (W2, D1).
Aue’s away day blues
FC Erzgebirge Aue have had a dreadful season in the 3rd tier and after their last outing in April 2026, they remained second from bottom in the 3. Liga table in 19th place with just 25 points from their 33 games. Aue’s form has been equally as poor over the last five matches, with no wins, one draw and four defeats (D1, L4).
Aue’s problems have been numerous this term, with stability at the back and points on the board being their most pressing need. Khvicha Shubitidze was appointed manager in April 2026 and his pragmatic style of play, which focuses on stability, compactness, set-piece play and counter-attacks is likely to help Aue in their battle against relegation, but they face an uphill battle to avoid relegation. In this VfB Stuttgart II vs FC Erzgebirge Aue preview, it’s evident that both teams have distinct strengths and weaknesses that could heavily influence the final outcome.
Stuttgart’s attacking style
VfB Stuttgart II have had an average season in the 3. Liga, currently occupying a mid-table position in 13th with 42 points from 33 games. Manager Nico Willig has put an emphasis on attack since taking over the helm at Stuttgart II and has worked hard to integrate the club’s talented youth into the first team.
Stuttgart II play an energetic, ball on the ground style of soccer that is reminiscent of the senior team, with the ability to interchange between 3-5-2 and 4-3-3 shapes. Willig’s side use their youthful energy to press their opponents high up the field and exploit gaps in the defensive line when winning the ball back. They are capable of attacking in waves, which should create some problems for Aue on Sunday, making the VfB Stuttgart II vs FC Erzgebirge Aue prediction particularly intriguing for neutral fans and bettors alike.
Goals at both ends likely
Stuttgart II have a good record at home this season, but they failed to win their last home match against Aue, which suggests that this will be a tricky fixture. However, Aue have lost their last three away matches and, given their away record this season, it is difficult to see anything other than a home win, which is reflected in our VfB Stuttgart II vs FC Erzgebirge Aue prediction for Sunday.
Aue are a compact, defensive team, while Stuttgart II are open and attack-minded, so we expect this one to be end-to-end. Both teams to score is a favorite with us, with the odds looking particularly attractive in light of the home side’s excellent home record and the visitors’ terrible away form. This VfB Stuttgart II vs FC Erzgebirge Aue prediction points towards plenty of goal-mouth action and potentially a high-scoring affair. Stuttgart II will be positive in this one, so we’re expecting plenty of goals at both ends, with Over 2.5 match goals our main selection. The VfB Stuttgart II vs FC Erzgebirge Aue betting tips also suggest odds of 2.0 for a VfB Stuttgart II win look fair, Over 2.5 match goals at 1.5 and Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.42 look likely.
Noah Darvich has been Stuttgart II’s top scorer this term with nine goals in 24 3. Liga matches and will likely be the most likely anytime scorer for the home team on Sunday. Marcel Baer has been in fine form for Aue this year and his seven goals in 17 appearances have been a ray of sunshine in what has otherwise been a dreadful campaign for the visitors. Baer has scored three of Aue’s last seven goals and can continue that record on Sunday.
