Stuttgart
- The contrast in philosophy will be clear to see when these two sides meet in Germany this Thursday in what should be an intriguing tactical game, and our VfB Stuttgart vs Celta de Vigo prediction highlights just how both teams might approach the fixture.
- Sebastian Hoeneß has turned VfB Stuttgart into a tough, high-pressing, trophy-winning side since taking over as coach in April 2023.
- His 4-2-3-1 or 4-4-2 formations are compact, athletic and brimming with energy while his game plan is to counter-press and transition in the blink of an eye.
- Angelo Stiller is the controller and tempo setter in midfield - so good that the visiting manager said he would like to have him on his side - while the likes of Bilal El Khannouss and Chema Andrés provide a creative spark and goals from midfield with the latter scoring the winner against Gladbach. This VfB Stuttgart vs Celta de Vigo prediction suggests Stiller’s influence could be a deciding factor in midfield battles.
Celta de Vigo
- Celta de Vigo have drawn 1-1 in four of their last five LaLiga fixtures, a stat worth considering in any VfB Stuttgart vs Celta de Vigo betting tips.
- Celta de Vigo are a structured, possession-based team, whose 3-4-3 formation is designed to dominate games through patient build-up and wide attacking players like wing-backs.
- Midfielder Fran Beltrán is the driving force behind the system, providing the progressive passing and ball retention that Claudio Giráldez’s strategy relies upon.
- Celta have made a slow start in LaLiga, standing 14th in the table with four points from five games, while Stuttgart are also in transition with three wins in their last five Bundesliga matches. The VfB Stuttgart vs Celta de Vigo preview should take this form into account.
Head-to-Head
Although a 2-1 away win for Celta won the only previous competitive game between the two in 2001 , Stuttgart have won the last friendly meeting 2-1 in July 2025 .
Key Players
- The presence of Ermedin Demirović at the top of the line makes it extremely difficult for opponents to pin Stuttgart back when they play their game at full pace.
- Demirović’s movement and finishing ability make him a real threat, as St. Pauli found out when they conceded to his goal last weekend. Furthermore, the VfB Stuttgart vs Celta de Vigo prediction factors in Demirović’s ability to capitalize on defensive lapses.
- Borja Iglesias is Celta’s biggest attacking threat right now and has hit the net in three consecutive LaLiga games.
- Iago Aspas, who continues to be the talisman of this side, is the man to keep an eye on as he provides a great example to the youthful team and can unlock defences or put a team to the sword with his finishing.
- Midfielder Fran Beltrán is the driving force behind the system, providing the progressive passing and ball retention that Claudio Giráldez’s strategy relies upon.
Betting Insights
- Stuttgart are +270 favorites for the game, with the draw +290.
- I am taking the Over 2.5 goals market at -172 as it matches both Hoeneß’ philosophy and the potential for a Celta equaliser in the second half if Stuttgart are pegged back.
- Stuttgart are without Deniz Undav through injury while Celta will be missing key full-backs but welcome back Marcos Alonso and Williot Swedberg.
- The weather is supposed to be cool and wet for the match, which could play into the hands of the hosts and their high-energy, high-press game.
Prediction
- There is a lot to like about the home team’s chance of winning this game, although +270 is an odd number that will keep me away from betting on Stuttgart to get the job done.
- Over 1,200 Celta fans are expected to make an exciting environment in Stuttgart.
- Celta are a strong, organised unit, but if Stuttgart get on top and force the issue, as they did against St. Pauli at the weekend, they can score enough to win.
