Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(45) 34 Goals 33 (46)
(34) 22 Assists 23 (30)
(6.5) 6.7 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.4)
27.1 Average Age 28.7
187.6 Average Height (cm) 183.1
(0.9) 1.1 Shots pg 1.1 (0.8)
(54%) 57% Aerial Duel Success 51% (50%)
(0.8) 0.7 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.6)
(1.2) 1.2 Tackles pg 1 (1.3)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Bundesliga.

Missing Players

Stuttgart
Hoffenheim
Player Reason Status Rating
Thomas Kastanaras Out 5.95
Borna Sosa Doubtful 7.01
Dan-Axel Zagadou Doubtful 6.55
Player Reason Status Rating
Jacob Bruun Larsen Doubtful 6.2
Dennis Geiger Doubtful 6.61
Pavel Kaderábek Doubtful 6.47
Kevin Vogt Doubtful 6.43

Team News

Stuttgart
Hoffenheim
  • Dan-Axel Zagadou is struggling with a head injury, but Borna Sosa should return from illness. Talented young striker Thomas Kastanaras has suffered a broken foot and is ruled out.
  • Stanley Nsoki is available after suspension. Pavel Kaderábek is struggling with a thigh injury, and Kevin Vogt is struggling with a knee injury.
  • Dennis Geiger missed last weekend with a back injury, while Jacob Bruun Larsen is on his way back from a groin operation.
  • Benjamin Hübner has been forced to retire because of a persistent ankle injury.

Prediction

  • Three-time Bundesliga champions Stuttgart have only lost once in seven games under new coach Sebastian Hoeness, but still lurk just above the relegation play-off place on goal difference.
  • Barring an impossible swing in goal difference, Hoffenheim are safe from the drop, after picking up some crucial wins under former Stuttgart coach Pellegrino Matarazzo.
  • This fixture has not seen an away win in the last 12 playings. The reverse fixture ended in a 2-2 draw and a share of the spoils would be no surprise again.
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