Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Game Preview

Stuttgart host red-hot Borussia Dortmund at MHPArena on September 19, 2026, and this Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund prediction leans toward the visitors, who arrive as the Bundesliga's form team.

Stuttgart come in stinging from a 2-1 loss at Hoffenheim, a defeat that sharpened the focus on defensive stability and transition play heading into this matchup.

Dortmund opened the season with three straight Bundesliga wins, their best league start in 11 years, and have won five straight games across all competitions.

There have been 3+ goals scored in 6 of the last 8 meetings between VfB Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga), so points figure to be tough to come by cheaply here.

Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Recent Results

Stuttgart sit 14th in the standings and enter on the back of a 2-1 defeat at Hoffenheim on September 12, where they struggled to contain their hosts. Over 2.5 goals have been scored across Stuttgart's six most recent Bundesliga outings, a nod to a group that plays open, attacking soccer down the wings with Deniz Undav leading the line.

Dortmund are flying. They beat Paderborn 3-0 on September 12 for a third straight Bundesliga win, and edged Villarreal 3-2 in the Champions League on September 8, with Serhou Guirassy scoring on his 100th appearance for the club. Guirassy has scored or assisted in each of his three most recent Bundesliga apps.

Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Vfb Stuttgart: T. Tomás (Injured/out), J. Malanga (Injured/out), A. Stiller (Injured/doubtful), D. Seimen (Injured/out), D. Zagadou (Injured/out), L. Jaquez (Injured/out), J. Arévalo (Injured/out)

Borussia Dortmund: G. Konstantelias (Injured/out), F. Mane (Injured/out)

Vfb Stuttgart

There is good news for Stuttgart, with Lorenz Assignon and Nikolas Nartey both cleared to feature. Angelo Stiller picked up a knock against Hoffenheim and is doubtful, though he is expected to start. Forward Deniz Undav should return for this game.

Borussia Dortmund

Dortmund welcome back Samuel Inacio, who has served his suspension and returns to the matchday squad. Konstantinos Karetsas is back in full training and should start against Stuttgart, with only Georgios Konstantelias and Faris Mane sidelined through injury.

Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Predicted Lineup

Vfb Stuttgart

Formation: 3-4-2-1 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Bredlow; Hendriks, Jeltsch, Chabot; Mittelstädt, Karazor, Stiller, Vagnoman; Undav, Führich; Pejcinovic

Borussia Dortmund

Formation: 3-4-2-1 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Kobel; Schlotterbeck, Anton, Gadou; Svensson, Nmecha, Veerman, Ryerson; Silva, Karetsas; Guirassy

Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Key Stats & Game Facts

• There have been 11+ shots on target in 5 of the last 8 games between VfB Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga).
• VfB Stuttgart have scored 2+ goals in 5 out of 7 games vs Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga).
• Borussia Dortmund have received 2+ cards in 6 of their last 7 games vs VfB Stuttgart (Bundesliga).
• Deniz Undav has recorded 1+ shots on target in 5 of their last 6 apps vs Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga).
• Daniel Svensson has won 2+ fouls in 3 of their last 3 apps (Bundesliga).

Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our prediction is a 3-1 Dortmund win. The visitors are the favorites here, riding five straight victories and a lethal front line, while Stuttgart's leaky defense against transitions should give Guirassy and company plenty of room to operate. Expect goals, but expect Dortmund to have too much firepower. These Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund betting odds back that view, with the visitors priced at +175 (AK Bets) on the moneyline.

Best Picks

Back Joshua Vagnoman to record Over 1.5 tackles in the Player Tackles market. Operating as Stuttgart's right-sided midfielder, Vagnoman is set to face sustained pressure from Dortmund's dynamic left side, and the numbers point strongly to a busy afternoon of defensive work for him.

Back Serhou Guirassy to register Over 2.5 shots in the Player Shots market. Facing his former club with Dortmund entering as the favorites and projected for heavy offensive output, Guirassy is the focal point of this attack and should generate plenty of looks at goal.

Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Same Game Parlay

Our Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund same game parlay picks lean on Dortmund's firepower: Serhou Guirassy Over 1.5 shots on target, Dortmund Over 1.5 team goals, and Maximilian Beier over 0.5 assists.

Guirassy has put up 2+ shots on target across all three of his most recent Bundesliga apps, making the leader of this Dortmund attack a natural anchor for the parlay.

Dortmund have found the net at least twice across every one of their last 3 Bundesliga outings, so backing them to clear a goal and a half fits both their form and this projection.

Maximilian Beier chipped in with assists in 2 of his last 3 Bundesliga apps, and with Dortmund expected to create plenty, he is a smart creative angle off the bench or the flank.

This is a three-leg parlay stacked on the visitors' attacking output against a Stuttgart side that has leaked goals against transition play.

At the time of writing, this Same Game Parlay pays a best price of +1100 and is as short as +478 elsewhere. Shopping from top to bottom of the market on a $10 stake means a $62 gap between the best and worst payout available.

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Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Talking Points

The obvious storyline is Guirassy against his former club. The striker marked his 100th appearance for Dortmund on September 8 and returns to Stuttgart with the visitors on a five-game winning streak across all competitions. That momentum, paired with Stuttgart sitting 14th in the standings, tilts this matchup toward the road side. For the hosts, the question is whether their attacking flair down the wings can trouble a Dortmund team built to steal the ball and punish on the counter. Stuttgart's Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund lineups will lean on Undav and Führich to spark the offense, but keeping this messy affair tight defensively is the real key. Given how these teams have combined for goals, the smart Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund best picks are the ones tied to attacking output rather than a clean, low-scoring outcome.

Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund Predictions FAQs

When is the Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund German Bundesliga game?

The German Bundesliga game between Vfb Stuttgart and Borussia Dortmund is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, kicking off at 12:30 PM ET / 9:30 AM PT.

Where is Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund being played?

The game will be played at MHPArena in Stuttgart.

Where can I watch Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund?

The game will be broadcast live on channels including Sky Sports Football, Sky Fußball Bundesliga, and Movistar Liga de Campeones.

What are the probable starting lineups for Vfb Stuttgart vs Borussia Dortmund?

Vfb Stuttgart's projected lineup features Bredlow, Hendriks, Jeltsch, Chabot, Mittelstädt, Karazor, Stiller, Vagnoman, Undav, Führich, and Pejcinovic. Borussia Dortmund are expected to line up with Kobel, Schlotterbeck, Anton, Gadou, Svensson, Nmecha, Veerman, Ryerson, Silva, Karetsas, and Guirassy.

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