VfB Stuttgart
1. FC Köln
VfB Stuttgart vs 1. FC Köln: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips
VFB STUTTGART VS 1. FC KöLN PREDICTIONS, LINEUPS & BETTING TIPS
VfB Stuttgart vs 1. FC Köln: A Bundesliga Clash
The stage is set for an intriguing Friday evening showdown at the MHPArena, as VfB Stuttgart hosts 1. FC Köln in a Bundesliga fixture that promises to be a closely contested affair. Given the recent head-to-head records between these two teams, it's evident that past meetings have been keenly contested with no clear dominant force emerging.
Looking at recent form and the narrative of their encounters, it appears that VfB Stuttgart may face a stiff challenge in attempting to halt the progress of their visitors. The projected winner is tipped to be 1. FC Köln, which indicates they are favored to secure the win and potentially see a fairly active match with over 2.5 goals anticipated.
Historically, the home side has shown resilience in their matches against this opponent with a mixture of victories and draws. However, the Away team seems poised to potentially exploit vulnerabilities in the home defense as indicated by the expected goals tally. The draw probability is substantial but leaning towards an away victory.
The return of these teams to the MHPArena promises a potentially feisty encounter given their past results and the current assessment of their strengths. While VfB Stuttgart aims to assert home advantage and make amends for past slips, 1. FC Köln travels with a clear ambition to secure points and potentially enhance their standing in the Bundesliga table.
VFB STUTTGART VS 1. FC KöLN PREDICTIONS
VFB STUTTGART VS 1. FC KöLN HEAD TO HEAD
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Feb 2026 | VfB Stuttgart | 3 - 1 | 1. FC Köln |
| 28 Sep 2025 | 1. FC Köln | 1 - 2 | VfB Stuttgart |
| 24 Feb 2024 | VfB Stuttgart | 1 - 1 | 1. FC Köln |
| 30 Sep 2023 | 1. FC Köln | 0 - 2 | VfB Stuttgart |
| 18 Feb 2023 | VfB Stuttgart | 3 - 0 | 1. FC Köln |
| 19 Nov 2022 | 1. FC Köln | 2 - 4 | VfB Stuttgart |
| 28 Aug 2022 | 1. FC Köln | 0 - 0 | VfB Stuttgart |
| 14 May 2022 | VfB Stuttgart | 2 - 1 | 1. FC Köln |
| 19 Dec 2021 | 1. FC Köln | 1 - 0 | VfB Stuttgart |
| 27 Oct 2021 | VfB Stuttgart | 0 - 2 | 1. FC Köln |
RECENT FORM
VfB Stuttgart Recent Results
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | Bayern München | 5 - 1 | VfB Stuttgart |
| 21 Aug | Hansa Rostock | 0 - 4 | VfB Stuttgart |
| 08 Aug | VfB Stuttgart | 3 - 1 | Everton |
| 01 Aug | VfB Stuttgart | 2 - 2 | Paris FC |
| 29 Jul | Kickers Offenbach | 1 - 8 | VfB Stuttgart |
1. FC Köln Recent Results
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | 1. FC Köln | 3 - 2 | 1899 Hoffenheim |
| 24 Aug | Würzburger Kickers | 1 - 2 | 1. FC Köln |
| 08 Aug | 1. FC Köln | 2 - 1 | Real Sociedad |
| 31 Jul | 1. FC Köln | 2 - 2 | Hertha BSC |
| 23 Jul | Bergisch Gladbach | 0 - 8 | 1. FC Köln |
BUNDESLIGA STANDINGS
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | VfB Stuttgart | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 3 |
| 11 | 1. FC Köln | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 3 |