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29th Jan. UEFA Europa League---VfB Stuttgart VS Young Boys Prediction
UEFA Europa League - VfB Stuttgart VS Young Boys
Match Time:30-01-2026 04:00 Friday (GMT+8)
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Team News
VfB Stuttgart bounced back domestically with a convincing 3-0 win at Borussia Mönchengladbach, showing attacking sharpness despite European setbacks. Home form in the Europa League has been solid (multiple wins, scoring consistently at the MHP Arena). Injuries are a concern: defenders Luca Jaquez (thigh) and Dan-Axel Zagadou (muscle) are out long-term, midfielder Lazar Jovanovic (back) and forward Tiago Tomas (muscle) also sidelined. Expect Sebastian Hoeneß to deploy a 4-2-3-1 with Alexander Nübel in goal, a back four featuring Josha Vagnoman, Finn Jeltsch, Jeff Chabot, and Maximilian Mittelstädt; midfield anchored by Atakan Karazor and Angelo Stiller; and attack led by Deniz Undav, Jamie Leweling, Chris Führich, and Bilal El Khannouss for creativity and pace. The side's high pressing and home energy should dominate.
Young Boys come off a heavy 4-1 domestic loss to Thun and a 1-0 Europa League defeat to Lyon, highlighting defensive frailties and poor recent form. Injuries weaken them: defender Ryan Andrews (knee, serious), midfielder Ebrima Colley (ankle), Jaouen Hadjam (syndesmosis ligament), Facinet Conte (ineligible), and midfielder Rayan Raveloson suspended (third booking). Expect a 4-4-1-1 or compact setup with Marvin Keller in goal, backline including Gregory Wüthrich and Loris Benito, midfield grit from Sandro Lauper and others, and forwards like Chris Bedia, Joël Monteiro, and Christian Fassnacht for counters. They'll sit deep, frustrate, and look for breaks, but absences limit options.
Head to Head Analysis
These teams have limited but memorable recent history. Stuttgart dominated their last meeting in the Champions League group stage (5-1 home win in December 2024), showcasing superior quality and finishing. Overall in competitive clashes (including older Europa League meetings), results are even (each winning once or twice in small samples), but Stuttgart's recent edge stands out—high-scoring games common when they meet (over 3.5 goals in the last encounter). At home, Stuttgart control possession and exploit spaces against Swiss sides, while Young Boys struggle away against Bundesliga-level attacks (poor record in Germany). Expect Stuttgart to dictate tempo with pressing and wide play, Young Boys compact but vulnerable to overloads and set pieces—goals likely from quality moments.
Prediction
Stuttgart's home strength (strong record at MHP Arena in Europe), attacking depth (Undav and wing threats), and motivation to chase top-eight make them heavy favorites. Young Boys' injuries, suspensions, and poor recent form (heavy concessions) limit upset potential—they can frustrate early but lack firepower on the road. Expect Stuttgart to control, score through transitions and set pieces, and secure a comfortable win with a clean sheet probable. This should be one-sided in the hosts' favor.
Final Prediction: Stuttgart win 3-0 (or 3-1). Clear home victory—around 70-75% confidence in a Stuttgart win, with over 2.5 goals likely.
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