SC Paderborn 07 vs VfB Stuttgart

SC Paderborn 07 have seen mixed results recently, securing a win against 1899 Hoffenheim following losses to SC Freiburg and Borussia Dortmund. They also recorded a friendly victory over DC United and a DFB Pokal win against Phönix Lübeck. In contrast, VfB Stuttgart have been prolific in friendlies, scoring eight times across two matches against 1. FC Heidenheim and SpVgg Greuther Fürth, and they also defeated Viking in the UEFA Champions League. However, their Bundesliga form has been challenging, with recent losses to 1899 Hoffenheim and Borussia Dortmund. Paderborn currently occupy rank 12 in the league table, while Stuttgart sits at rank 15.

• SC Paderborn 07 have five players ruled out for this fixture: L. Eickel, M. Hoffmeier, N. Awortwie-Grant, S. Klaas, and T. Gayret.
• VfB Stuttgart have five players ruled out: A. Al Dakhil, D. Zagadou, J. Diehl, N. Nartey, and T. Tomas.
• VfB Stuttgart have shown greater attacking output in recent matches, averaging 17 shots per game compared to 14 from SC Paderborn 07.
• SC Paderborn 07 goalkeeper N. Noll has been a standout performer, recording 14 saves in the matches we hold data for.
• VfB Stuttgart midfielder Maximilian Mittelstädt has been highly rated in recent appearances.

VfB Stuttgart enter this match with a stronger attacking profile and higher goal output in their recent outings, despite their current position in the lower reaches of the table. SC Paderborn 07 have shown defensive resilience, but they face a significant test against a side that consistently generates more shots on target. While both teams are managing a lengthy list of absences, Stuttgart's recent form in front of goal suggests they may find opportunities to pressure the hosts.

We hold no head-to-head records for this fixture, leaving the historical trend between the two clubs unknown.