Stuttgart faces Maccabi Tel Aviv this Thursday in a crucial Europa League match at home. The Bundesliga side aims to secure a top-eight position while Maccabi struggles at the bottom of the table.
Match Preview
Stuttgart has had a relatively successful Europa League campaign, winning three out of five matches. However, they have faced challenges in the Bundesliga, failing to win in their last three matches. Recently, Stuttgart lost 2-1 to Hamburger SV and suffered a heavy 5-0 defeat against Bayern Munich. They are desperate for a positive result as they head into the winter break.
In contrast, Maccabi Tel Aviv’s situation is dire. The Israeli team has managed just one point from five matches in the Europa League, scoring only one goal while conceding 14. Their last match saw them lose 6-0 to Lyon, marking their third consecutive European match without scoring. Overall, Maccabi has won only once in their last six outings across all competitions.
Team Form
- Stuttgart Europa League Form: W, L, L, W, W
- Stuttgart Overall Form: W, D, W, L, W, L
- Maccabi Tel Aviv Europa League Form: D, L, L, L, L
- Maccabi Tel Aviv Overall Form: L, L, L, D, W, L
Team News
Stuttgart will miss Jess Chabot due to suspension after accumulating yellow cards. Ermedin Demirovic is sidelined with a foot injury, and Justin Diehl is struggling with an ankle problem. Additionally, Luca Jaquez and Dan-Axel Zagadou are dealing with muscle issues. Yannik Keitel and Silas are also on the injury list.
Maccabi Tel Aviv’s Sagiv Jehezkel is suspended following a red card in their last match. Ion Nicolaescu and Issouf Sissokho are doubtful ahead of the encounter.
Possible Lineups
| Stuttgart | Maccabi Tel Aviv |
|---|---|
| Nubel; Jeltsch, Hendriks, Vagnoman; Mittelstadt, Stiller, Andres, Assignon; Leweling, Fuhrich; Undav | Melika; Revivo, Heitor, Camara, Asante; Noy, Ben Harush; Abu Farhi, Peretz, Davida; Varela |
Prediction
With current form and home advantage, Stuttgart is expected to win decisively against Maccabi Tel Aviv, who are struggling within their group. A predicted scoreline of 3-0 reflects Stuttgart’s aspirations for victory as they aim for the knockout stage of the Europa League.
