Bundesliga - Bayer Leverkusen VS VfB Stuttgart Prediction

German Bundesliga  -  Bayer Leverkusen VS VfB Stuttgart
Match Time:02-11-2024 03:30 Saturday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Leverkusen has been in solid form, having not lost since the end of summer. However, their performance has been marked by an equal number of wins and draws in their last ten games. The primary concern for Xabi Alonso's team is their defense, as they tend to concede more goals than expected. Despite these defensive issues, their offensive capabilities remain strong, scoring an average of 2.37 goals per game. With the return of Victor Boniface, their attacking lineup is expected to be at its best against Stuttgart.

Stuttgart is currently positioned 8th in the Bundesliga standings, primarily hindered by their defensive shortcomings, conceding an average of 2 goals per game. This defensive frailty was evident in their recent 0-4 loss to Bayern Munich. Offensively, Stuttgart is quite potent, with an xG of 1.95 and scoring 2.12 goals per game, showcasing their ability to create and convert chances. Players like Undav and Demirovic are key to their attacking success.

Head-to-Head
The last encounter between these teams ended in a 2-2 draw in the German Super Cup, with Leverkusen winning in penalties. In the last five meetings, both teams have consistently found the back of the net, indicating a trend of high-scoring games.

Prediction
Given both teams' attacking strengths and defensive vulnerabilities, the match is expected to be open with numerous goal-scoring opportunities. The prediction suggests that both teams will score, and a high-scoring outcome is likely. The match could potentially end with a scoreline of 3-2 in favor of Leverkusen, but a safer choice would be to expect a total of over 3 goals. Additionally, with both teams favoring set pieces, betting on total corners over 9.5 is considered a good option.

Pick: Over 3 goals