On Sunday, Stuttgart will face Union Berlin in a crucial Bundesliga clash at the MHPArena. Stuttgart is vying for a top-four finish, showcasing impressive form with three wins in their last four league matches. In contrast, Union Berlin is looking to extend their unbeaten streak to five games.
Match Preview: Stuttgart vs Union Berlin
Stuttgart, managed by Sebastian Hoeness, has shown strong performance recently. They kicked off 2026 with significant victories, including a 4-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen and a thrilling 3-2 comeback against Eintracht Frankfurt. Currently sitting fourth in the Bundesliga, Stuttgart has amassed 32 points, leveling with RB Leipzig.
- Bundesliga Position: 4th
- Recent Bundesliga Wins: 3 out of 4
- Recent Match Scores: 4-1 vs Bayer Leverkusen, 3-2 vs Eintracht Frankfurt
Despite their positive results, Stuttgart remains only two points ahead of fifth-placed Hoffenheim and three above Bayer Leverkusen. Their home record at MHPArena is strong, with only one loss this season.
Union Berlin’s Recent Form
Union Berlin, under coach Steffen Baumgart, has bounced back from a tough stretch in late 2025. After suffering three consecutive defeats, they have found their footing with a five-match unbeaten streak. However, their start to 2026 has included two draws: 2-2 against Mainz 05 and 1-1 with Augsburg.
- Bundesliga Position: 9th
- Unbeaten Streak: 4 matches
- Recent Match Results: 3-1 vs RB Leipzig, 1-0 vs FC Koln
Currently, Union sits six points away from the European qualification spots. They need a win against Stuttgart to gain momentum and reduce the gap to the top teams.
Team News and Lineups
Stuttgart will be without defender Dan-Axel Zagadou due to a thigh injury. Furthermore, Luca Jaquez and Ameen Al Dakhil are uncertain to play, creating a potential gap in their defense. If they cannot participate, Ramon Hendriks and Julian Chabot may step in as the central defenders.
On the offensive side, Bilal El Khannous is participating in the Africa Cup of Nations, while Lazar Jovanovic and Tiago Tomas are sidelined with injuries. This could lead to a forward pairing of Deniz Undav and Ermedin Demirovic.
Possible Stuttgart Lineup:
- Nubel
- Assignon
- Hendriks
- Chabot
- Mittelstadt
- Chema
- Stiller
- Leweling
- Nartey
- Fuhrich
- Undav
Union Berlin will miss Derrick Kohn due to suspension and Robert Skov due to a calf injury. Josip Juranovic is expected to fill in at left wing-back. Tom Rothe may also miss the match due to ongoing physical discomfort.
Possible Union Berlin Lineup:
- Ronnow
- Doekhi
- Querfeld
- Leite
- Haberer
- Kemlein
- Khedira
- Schafer
- Juranovic
- Ansah
- Burke
Looking ahead to the matchup, Stuttgart enters the game with strong confidence, having recently triumphed over significant opponents. However, Union Berlin has demonstrated resilience, setting the stage for a competitive contest.
This clash is more than just a match; it could significantly impact the standings as both teams aim for their respective goals in this Bundesliga season.
Prediction: Stuttgart 3, Union Berlin 2.
