Slovan vs Stuttgart: UEFA Champions League Match Prediction
Slovan
VfB StuttgartMatch result
Slovan 0:3 VfB Stuttgart (0:1, 0:2)
In the UEFA Champions League match, VfB Stuttgart secured a dominant 0:3 victory over Slovan. The scoreline progressed with 0:1 in the first period and 0:2 in the second. Our prediction of W2, indicating an away win, was successful.
Our prediction: W2 at 1.31 — the bet won.
Slovan host Stuttgart at Bratislava’s National Stadium in the second round of the UEFA Champions League league phase on 14 October. Slovan seek their first points; Stuttgart can build on an opening win. Conditions are expected to be 12°C, with no rain and wind of 1.5 m/s.
Slovan: goals at both ends
Recent results and home form
Slovan’s last five matches brought two wins, two draws and one defeat, with 10 goals scored and 12 conceded. They lost 6–1 at PSG, drew 3–3 with Žilina, beat Nitra 3–1 and Komárno 2–1, then drew 1–1 with Skalica.
The two home games finished level, with four goals conceded and no clean sheet. Their three away fixtures produced two wins and a defeat against opponents of differing strength.
Strengths and defensive weaknesses
- Slovan scored and conceded in all five games: BTTS landed each time.
- Four matches produced at least three goals; only the latest stayed below that threshold.
- They sit 35th in the league phase after one match, six points behind Barcelona, who have played twice.
Availability and selection
Yuri Medvedev is doubtful with a minor injury. Yaya Touré has said an absence lasting several weeks is not confirmed, so Medvedev’s omission is not settled. The probable XI, formation, suspensions and further selection details remain unspecified.
- MFK Skalitsahome1:1
- KFK Komarnoaway2:1
- FK Nitraaway3:1
- Zhilinahome3:3
- PSZHaway1:6
Stuttgart: recovery needs competitive context
A winning run including friendlies
Stuttgart followed defeats at Hoffenheim and at home to Borussia with wins over Heidenheim, Greuther Fürth and Paderborn. Across those five games they scored 11 goals and conceded three. The middle two victories were friendlies; the latest 2–0 away win came in the Bundesliga.
Output, clean sheets and standing
- Stuttgart kept clean sheets in all three wins, although two came outside competitive football.
- The two away matches produced one win and one loss, with three goals scored and two conceded.
- BTTS occurred once in five games; Stuttgart failed to score once.
- They are eighth with three points and a 3–1 goal record after one European fixture, three points off the leader.
Absences and a returning option
Maximilian Mittelstädt is out with a heel wound. Dan-Axel Zagadou, Ameen Al-Dakhil, Nikolas Nartey and Justin Diehl are also unavailable. Jeff Chabot is available again after muscular discomfort. The probable starting XI, formation and suspension details remain unspecified.
- Paderbornaway2:0
- Grëyter Fyurthome5:0
- Khaydenkhamhome3:0
- Borussiyahome0:1
- Khoffenkhaymaway1:2
One previous meeting in Bratislava
The sole official meeting in the past five years ended in a 3–1 Stuttgart win at Slovan on 21 January 2025. It produced four goals and BTTS, but one encounter cannot establish a recurring scoring pattern or a reliable venue effect.
- 21.01.2025Slovan1:3ShtutgartLiga Chempionov UYEFA (Etap ligi)
- 26.08.2010Shtutgart2:2SlovanLiga Yevropy - Kvalifikatsiya
- 19.08.2010Slovan0:1ShtutgartLiga Yevropy - Kvalifikatsiya
Coaches focus on contrasting challenges
Touré wants to see how his side handles Stuttgart’s physical strength. Sebastian Hoeneß has stressed respect for Slovan’s football and clear playing plan.
Line-ups
Слован
Starting XI: 3. Peter Pokornyy, 11. Tigran Barsegyan, 12. Kenan Bayrich, 15. Svetozar Markovich, 20. Alen Mustafich, 21. Suleyman Kamara Sannekh, 28. Tsezar Bl·ekmen, 57. Sendel Kruz, 70. Kristian Khesus Martines, 71. Dominik Takach, 99. Andraz Sporar
Substitutes: 1. Aleksandr Popovich, 2. Samuelʹ Kozlovskiy, 5. Rakhim Ibragim, 6. Kevin Vimmer, 8. Artur Gaydosh, 10. Nino Marchelli, 13. Roman Cherepkay, 14. Alasana Yiradzhang, 29. Aleksey Maros, 49. Samkou Diabi Kamara, 77. Danil Ignatenko, 88. Daiki Matsuoka
Coach: Yaya Ture
Штутгарт
Starting XI: 1. Fabian Bredlou, 3. Ramon Khendriks, 4. Dzhosha Mamadou Vagnoman, 6. Angelo Stiller, 10. Kris Fyurikh, 11. Bilal Elʹ Khannus, 17. Dzhenan Peychinovich, 21. Grischa Promel, 24. Dzhulian Chabot, 26. Deniz Undav, 29. Finn Yyelʹch
Substitutes: 9. Ermedin Demirovich, 14. Luka Zhakes, 16. Atakan Karazor, 18. Dzheymi Leveling, 22. Lorents Assinʹon, 33. Marius Fank, 41. Dennis Seymen, 44. Leo Zauer, 47. Yanik Spalʹt
Coach: Sebastian Khoeness
Our pick: Stuttgart to win
Our bet is W2 1.31. Stuttgart’s opening Champions League win makes them the stronger choice against Slovan, who conceded in all five recent matches. The visitors have won three straight games, though two were friendlies: the competitive evidence is their 2–0 away win at Paderborn, rather than the full winning streak.
Slovan’s scoring record means Stuttgart should not need a clean sheet for this bet to land. Their previous 3–1 victory in Bratislava supports that route, without making one meeting a reliable pattern. According to media reports, Mittelstädt, Zagadou and Al-Dakhil are unavailable, while Chabot is available after muscular discomfort; those absences temper confidence. The expected score is 1–3.
Final betting verdict
W2 1.31 is our selection, with the visitors better placed to exploit Slovan’s repeated concessions. The market’s 69.4% away-win probability still leaves meaningful room for an upset, so this is a preference for Stuttgart, not a claim of certainty.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- MFK Skalitsahome1:1
- KFK Komarnoaway2:1
- FK Nitraaway3:1
- Zhilinahome3:3
- PSZHaway1:6
- Paderbornaway2:0
- Grëyter Fyurthome5:0
- Khaydenkhamhome3:0
- Borussiyahome0:1
- Khoffenkhaymaway1:2
Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Manchester United | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 3 |
| 8 | VfB Stuttgart | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 3 |
| 9 | Manchester City | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 34 | Galatasaray | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:7 | 0 |
| 35 | Slovan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:6 | 0 |
| 36 | Bodo-Glimt | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:5 | 0 |
Head-to-head
- 21.01.2025Slovan1:3ShtutgartLiga Chempionov UYEFA (Etap ligi)
- 26.08.2010Shtutgart2:2SlovanLiga Yevropy - Kvalifikatsiya
- 19.08.2010Slovan0:1ShtutgartLiga Yevropy - Kvalifikatsiya
About the match
- 14 October · 15:00 New York
- Venue: Natsionalʹnyy stadion (Bratislava), Bratislava
Odds
odds before kick-off
Strong away preference, softer recent support
The margin-free 1X2 market probabilities are 69.4% for Stuttgart, 12.8% for Slovan and 17.8% for the draw. Over the last 24 hours, support has shifted towards the home win and draw, while the away win has eased without losing its position as the favourite.
The Over/Under 3.5 goals market is almost balanced: Over holds 51.6% and Under 48.4%, with no notable movement. BTTS has stronger backing at 61.6%, with support increasing.
Our prediction
- Market
- W2
- Odds
- 1.42
- Odds at prediction
- 1.31
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 76%
- Market estimate
- 69%
- Stake amount
- 100 $ · 1.42
- Potential win
- 42 $
- Odds at kick-off
- 1.38
- Status
- won
- Profit
- +42 $