Stuttgart vs Union Berlin: Preview, Predictions, Team News, and Lineups
VfB Stuttgart faces Union Berlin at MHPArena this Sunday in a crucial Bundesliga matchup. Stuttgart is focused on solidifying their position in the top four. They are currently fourth, aiming for their fourth win in five league games. Meanwhile, Union Berlin seeks to continue their unbeaten streak.
Stuttgart’s Strong Form
Under the guidance of coach Sebastian Hoeness, Stuttgart has shown remarkable performance recently. They began the new year with two consecutive victories, including a dominant 4-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen. In their latest match, they overcame Eintracht Frankfurt with a comeback, winning 3-2.
Currently, Stuttgart holds 32 points, tied with RB Leipzig but below them on goal difference. They are just two points ahead of Hoffenheim and three ahead of Leverkusen, who are both pursuing European spots.
At home, Stuttgart has been formidable, only losing once this season at MHPArena. Fans are optimistic about their team’s ability to maintain their Champions League ambitions.
Union Berlin’s Recent Performance
Steffen Baumgart’s Union Berlin is in search of consistency after overcoming a rough patch. They faced three straight defeats but have since gone five games without a loss. Their recent matches included a 3-1 victory against Leipzig and a 1-0 win over FC Köln. However, they started 2026 with two consecutive draws: a 2-2 against Mainz 05 and a 1-1 with Augsburg.
Currently positioned ninth, Union is six points away from European qualification. To stay in contention, they need to improve their away record, which stands at three wins, four losses, and one draw this season.
Team News
Stuttgart will miss Dan-Axel Zagadou due to a thigh injury. Luca Jaquez and Ameen Al Dakhil are doubtful, leading to possible starts for Ramon Hendriks and Julian Chabot in defense. Forward Bilal El Khannous is absent due to the Africa Cup of Nations, while Lazar Jovanovic and Tiago Tomas are recovering from injuries.
- Possible Stuttgart lineup: Nubel; Assignon, Hendriks, Chabot, Mittelstadt; Chema, Stiller; Leweling, Nartey, Fuhrich; Undav
Union Berlin will be without Derrick Kohn because of suspension, and Robert Skov is sidelined with a calf injury. Josip Juranovic is likely to fill in at left wing-back. Tom Rothe’s injury status remains uncertain, but Diogo Leite, Leopold Querfeld, and Danilho Doekhi are expected to start in defense.
- Possible Union Berlin lineup: Ronnow; Doekhi, Querfeld, Leite; Haberer, Kemlein, Khedira, Schafer, Juranovic; Ansah, Burke
Match Prediction
This encounter promises to be competitive. Stuttgart enters with confidence following recent wins and home advantage, while Union Berlin aims to secure a vital away victory. The prediction leans towards a close match, with Stuttgart favored to edge out Union Berlin 3-2.
