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Bundesliga: VfB Stuttgart vs Bayern Munich
Kickoff Time: 2025-03-01 03:30 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Michaela Stache
VfB Stuttgart drew 1-1 with Hoffenheim in their last away game. In their past five league matches, they have only managed to secure one win, one draw, and three losses, showing a decline in performance. Currently, Stuttgart holds a record of 10 wins, six draws, and seven losses, placing them at the seventh position on the Bundesliga table. They are just three points behind fourth place Freiburg. Stuttgart’s tactical approach emphasizes high pressure. They force the opponent into making mistakes through high-intensity pressing and quickly counterattack. Offensively, Stuttgart mainly utilizes the speed of their wing players and the forward power of their center forward to rapidly advance towards the opponent’s penalty area. While controlling the ball, Stuttgart stresses short passing combinations, using the organizational skills of their midfielders to seek offensive opportunities. Notably, the transfer of key defender Anthony Rouault has largely weakened Stuttgart’s defense, which is particularly evident in their recent matches, accompanied by a significant rise in average goals conceded.
Bayern Munich secured a 4-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in their last home match. In their past nine league games, they have achieved an impressive eight wins and one draw, maintaining an unbeaten streak. Currently, Bayern Munich holds a record of 18 wins, four draws, and one loss, ranking at the top of the Bundesliga table. They hold an eight-point lead over second-placed Bayer Leverkusen. Bayern Munich’s tactics emphasize control in midfield and attacks from the wings. Midfielders such as Harry Kane provide support and scoring opportunities, while Jamal Musiala demonstrates exceptional versatility whether playing on the wings or in midfield. Musiala possesses excellent vision, capable of assisting his teammates with passes and scoring crucial goals in decisive moments. Defensively, Bayern Munich’s performance leads the league, having conceded only 19 goals this season with an average of 0.82 goals per game, showcasing a formidable defense.
In terms of overall strength and performance, Bayern Munich outperforms Stuttgart. Additionally, in the first leg of this season’s league clash, Bayern Munich defeated Stuttgart 4-0 at home. Thus, Bayern Munich also holds a clear advantage in historical matchups. Taking everything into account, it is reasonable to predict that Bayern Munich, in great form, will likely secure another victory against Stuttgart and claim all three points.
VfB Stuttgart’s Last 5 Games: DLWWL
25-02-24 Hoffenheim 1-1 VfB Stuttgart
25-02-15 VfB Stuttgart 1-2 Wolfsburg
25-02-08 Borussia Dortmund 1-2 VfB Stuttgart
25-02-05 VfB Stuttgart 1-0 Augsburg
25-02-01 VfB Stuttgart 1-2 Borussia Monchengladbach
Bayern Munich’s Last 5 Games: WDDWW
25-02-22 Bayern Munich 4-0 Eintracht Frankfurt
25-02-15 Bayern Munich 1-1 Celtic
25-02-08 Bayer Leverkusen 0-0 Bayern Munich
25-02-01 Celtic 1-2 Bayern Munich
25-01-16 Bayern Munich 3-0 Werder Bremen
Head To Head Record:
24-10-20 Bayern Munich 4-0 VfB Stuttgart
24-05-04 VfB Stuttgart 3-1 Bayern Munich
23-12-18 Bayern Munich 3-0 VfB Stuttgart
23-03-05 VfB Stuttgart 1-2 Bayern Munich
22-09-10 Bayern Munich 2-2 VfB Stuttgart
Prediction: Bayern Munich to win