- VfB Stuttgart and Bayer 04 Leverkusen are level on points in 5th and 4th positions respectively, with 58 points apiece after 32 Bundesliga matches
- Stuttgart have won 2, drawn 2 and lost 1 of their last 5 Bundesliga matches
Stuttgart must be fancied to edge the points
Bayer 04 Leverkusen have been much the more consistent of these two clubs since they met in the Bundesliga 3 months ago, when Stuttgart triumphed 4-1 away. They have won both of their most recent away league games and arrive on Saturday in strong form, having won 3 of their last 5 Bundesliga contests, without a draw. This VfB Stuttgart vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen prediction sees both teams coming in with plenty of confidence after impressive results.
Kasper Hjulmand’s side have not had a very easy time of it since a managerial change, but have finally found a balance that suits the players he has at his disposal. Leverkusen are pressing the ball hard again, winning it back quickly and pushing forward with numbers, but their high tempo pressing game means they will need to force the play and cause turnovers to get at the home team.
Stuttgart, under Sebastian Hoeness, are much more possession-based in their approach and can play with tempo or take their time, depending on the opponent and game situation. Hoeness has installed a team that can adapt to situations in the game and play at a high tempo when they need to, while keeping their intensity and discipline in pressing. For more insight into this attractive contest, check out our VfB Stuttgart vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen preview.
Schick vs Undav can drive an open matchup
Stuttgart are the form team at home, having won 2 and drawn 1 of their last 3 home matches. They were held to a 3-3 tie at Hoffenheim last time out and the 1-1 draw at home to Werder Bremen before that was a missed opportunity to close the gap to Leverkusen, with Leverkusen starting a run of two wins with a 4-1 home win over RB Leipzig and following that with a 2-1 victory at FC Koln.
This game brings another layer of intrigue, and our VfB Stuttgart vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen prediction highlights how both teams are capable of plenty of attacking quality. Stuttgart average 1.69 goals per home game this campaign, having scored 27 times at the Arena in 2025-2026 Bundesliga contests.
Leverkusen, meanwhile, have scored 29 goals in 16 Bundesliga away games this term and should provide plenty of opportunities for Stuttgart to counter attack. Patrik Schick, Leverkusen’s main threat, has scored 16 Bundesliga goals in 26 appearances this term and has seven goals in his last five appearances. But Deniz Undav, with 18 in 27, is a very big threat for Stuttgart. For those interested, the VfB Stuttgart vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen betting tips could point toward both teams to score in this open encounter.
Leverkusen have been better, but Hoeness can get more out of Stuttgart
The last three Bundesliga meetings between these clubs have resulted in one win apiece and a draw, but home advantage has Stuttgart favored for Saturday’s game at 2.2 odds.
The clash of these teams’ approaches to phase control versus pressing could lead to a fast-paced, open game with goals at both ends. The stats and recent form suggest both teams to score (Yes) should be a lock, so we are taking them at 1.32 and 2.5 goals (over) at the same price. The VfB Stuttgart vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen prediction supports the idea that we can expect an exciting contest with plenty of action on both sides.
