VfB Stuttgart
VS
1. FC Köln

VfB Stuttgart vs 1. FC Köln: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

Bundesliga 04.09.2026 - 19:30

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 Win 66%
Draw 19%
1. FC Köln Win 15%
Over 2.5 Goals 73%
BTTS Yes 65%
Predicted Outcome Home win
Correct Score 2-1

VFB STUTTGART VS 1. FC KöLN HEAD TO HEAD

DateHomeScoreAway
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
W D W L W
1. FC Köln
L D D D D

VfB Stuttgart Recent Results

DateHomeScoreAway
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

DateHomeScoreAway
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

#TeamPWDLGDPts
9 VfB Stuttgart 21 01 -13
11 1. FC Köln 21 01 -23

BEST VFB STUTTGART VS 1. FC KöLN BETTING TIPS

1
Football Park Best Bet 1 Home Win
Odds1.44
2
Football Park Best Bet 2 BTTS Yes
Odds1.44
3
Football Park Best Bet 3 Over 2.5 Goals
Odds1.33
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