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>VfB Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Predictions, Picks & Odds – 19/09/2026
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VfB Stuttgart sit 10th in the Bundesliga but have found encouraging rhythm of late, winning four of their last five matches. Their most recent outing produced a commanding 5-2 demolition of Augsburg, a result that will have lifted spirits at the MHPArena. Top-four ambitions remain alive, though the gap to the Champions League places means every home fixture carries significant weight from here on.
Borussia Dortmund occupy third spot and arrive in superb form, having rattled off four consecutive victories since that narrow 3-2 defeat to Bayern Munich. Niko Kovač will be boosted by the return of Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini to his defensive ranks, while young talent Konstantinos Karetsas remains sidelined following a health scare. Dortmund's defensive solidity on the road makes them a formidable proposition at 2.90.
Borussia Dortmund's case for an away win at the MHPArena rests on compelling form. Sitting third in the table, Dortmund have rattled off four consecutive victories since their narrow loss to Bayern Munich. Their defensive solidity, conceding just one goal per match on average this season, gives them a platform Stuttgart will struggle to dismantle. The away win at 2.90 reflects that superiority accurately.
Stuttgart's recent four wins from five cannot be ignored, yet their 10th-place standing reveals inconsistency across the campaign. Dortmund's eight-point cushion over their hosts tells a clearer story of sustained quality. With Nico Kovac confirming that Schlotterbeck and Bensebaini are fit, the visitors' backline returns to full strength, a factor that tilts this fixture further in their favour.
Both sides showed attacking intent in recent outings, Stuttgart's 5-2 demolition of Augsburg being the standout example. Dortmund, too, have scored freely during their winning streak. The both teams to score market at 1.35 looks well supported, while the over 2.5 goals line at 1.36 aligns with the open nature expected from two attack-minded squads. A Dortmund victory in a high-scoring contest is the recommended angle.
Trends to Know about VfB Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund
- Dortmund won four of last five
- Stuttgart concede more; Dortmund allow one per game
- Stuttgart lost three of five head-to-heads
Form & Statistics: VfB Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund
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VfB Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund: Head-to-Head
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What time is VfB Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund?
VfB Stuttgart host Borussia Dortmund at the MHPArena on 19 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 17:30 local time.
Where is VfB Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund being played?
This Bundesliga fixture takes place at the MHPArena, home ground of VfB Stuttgart.
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Indian viewers can watch this Bundesliga fixture live on Sony Sports Network and stream via JioTV.