VfB Stuttgart vs Atlético de Madrid Predictions, Picks & Odds – 20/10/2026

Champions League · 3

20 Oct 2026 MHPArena Louis Hecq

VfB Stuttgart vs Atlético de Madrid – Best bets of the match

Bookmaker	1	X	2	Bonus info
7bet	3.14	3.80	2.05	View odds
Betfred	3.10	3.75	2.10	View odds
Ladbrokes	3.25	2.50	2.45	View Odds
Coral	3.25	2.50	2.45	View Odds
BoyleSports	3.20	3.80	2.05	View odds

Our prediction

2: Atlético de Madrid to win

2.05 on 7bet

· Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 20 Oct 2026 at 17:30 · Odds are subject to change

VfB Stuttgart vs Atlético de Madrid Preview

VfB Stuttgart welcome Atlético de Madrid to the MHPArena sitting seventh in the Champions League league stage, their recent domestic form offering some encouragement after consecutive wins. However, Sebastian Hoeneß's side have been plagued by injuries, with at least nine players unavailable. Maximilian Mittelstädt is the latest casualty, sidelined after requiring stitches on a heel laceration sustained in the 2-0 cup victory over Paderborn. Depth will be tested severely on Tuesday night.

Atlético de Madrid arrive in superb fettle, boasting four straight victories across all competitions following their opening matchday defeat to Liverpool. Diego Simeone's squad appears fully fit, a luxury few sides enjoy at this stage of the season. Julián Álvarez's increased involvement, playing 45 minutes in the 2-1 La Liga win over Alavés, suggests the Argentine forward is approaching peak sharpness. The visitors, currently 25th, desperately need points to climb the standings.

Recommended Bets

	7bet	Betfred	Ladbrokes
VfB Stuttgart to win	3.14	3.10	3.25
Under 2.5	2.60	·	2.50
BTTS Yes	1.42	1.44	1.44

Odds recorded on 20 Oct 2026 at 17:30 · Odds are subject to change

Atlético de Madrid's four consecutive victories across all competitions paint a picture of a side hitting their stride at precisely the right moment. Diego Simeone's men have been clinical since their opening matchday defeat to Liverpool, and a fully fit squad gives them every tactical option. Stuttgart, by contrast, are without at least nine players, including Maximilian Mittelstädt. That injury crisis tips the balance firmly toward the visitors.

The away win at 2.05 represents genuine value given the disparity in squad availability. Julián Álvarez's return to meaningful minutes, having played 45 in the recent victory over Alavés, adds sharpness to an already potent attack. Simeone's sides are renowned for their defensive organisation, and Stuttgart's depleted ranks will struggle to break through a well-drilled backline operating with full confidence.

Stuttgart's home support will be vocal, yet atmosphere alone cannot compensate for the absence of so many first-team regulars. Atlético possess the experience and discipline to control proceedings on the road, particularly against a weakened opponent. The tactical mismatch favours the Spanish side, making an Atlético de Madrid victory the recommended selection for this fixture. Questo articolo è a scopo informativo e non costituisce una raccomandazione di gioco.