Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid prediction takes us to the MHPArena on Tuesday night for one of the most intriguing ties of the Champions League league phase. Kick-off is set for 20:00 WAT, and the visitors arrive in Germany riding a six-game winning run across all competitions.
Our Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid prediction weighs two compelling stories against each other. The hosts have been the UCL’s surprise package with six goals in two games, while Atletico’s winning streak meets the competition’s dark horses in a tie that promises goals and drama.
Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid Match Preview
Stuttgart’s return to Europe’s elite has been a thrill ride. They sit 4th in the UCL league phase with 6 points from 2 games, and their front line has been ruthless: Ermedin Demirovic is joint-top scorer in the competition with 4 goals, including a hat-trick against Viking. Domestic form has been patchier, with three defeats in their last five outings, but on European nights at the MHPArena they have been a handful.
Atletico Madrid, by contrast, could hardly arrive in better shape. Six straight wins, 14 goals scored and only two conceded, with four clean sheets along the way, underline a side hitting its stride at the perfect moment. The 2-1 win over Real Madrid and the 2-0 UCL victory against Manchester United show they can beat quality opposition home and away.
From a betting perspective, the clash of styles is what makes this tie so interesting. Stuttgart always carry a threat at home in Europe, but Atletico’s defensive solidity and six-game winning run should give them the edge in what could be a high-scoring contest. Our Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid prediction is an away win with goals at both ends.
Team Recent Form
Stuttgart: L-W-L-L-W (most recent first)
- L 0-1 vs Hamburger SV (h)
- W 3-0 vs Slovan Bratislava (a, UCL)
- L 0-1 vs Borussia Dortmund (h)
- L 1-2 vs Hoffenheim (a)
- W 3-1 vs Viking (h)
Atletico Madrid: W-W-W-W-W (most recent first)
- W 1-0 vs Espanyol (a)
- W 2-0 vs Man United (h, UCL)
- W 2-1 vs Alaves (a)
- W 2-1 vs Real Madrid (h)
- W 4-0 vs Osasuna (h)
Key Stats
- Ermedin Demirovic is joint-top scorer in the UCL with 4 goals, including a hat-trick against Viking.
- Atletico have won six straight games, scoring 14 and conceding 2 with four clean sheets.
- Stuttgart sit 4th in the UCL league phase with 6 points from 2 games.
Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid Prediction: Correct Score
1-2 – Atletico’s defensive solidity and six-game winning run should edge it, but Stuttgart always carry a threat at home in Europe.
That 1-2 call is our Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid prediction for the final score.
Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid H2H
- The clubs have never met competitively.
- Their only meeting was a 1-1 friendly in August 2018.
- Stuttgart have never beaten a La Liga side in the Champions League (D2 L5).
- Atletico have lost their last five away games against Bundesliga clubs.
Pre Game Odds
- Atletico Madrid win ~2.10
- Atletico Madrid win or draw ~1.40
- Both teams to score: Yes ~1.48
The odds make Atletico slight favourites, which feels right given the form gap. Stuttgart’s home scoring record means the goals markets also look appealing. These prices underpin our Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid prediction.
Team News Stuttgart
Al-Dakhil (knee) and Diehl (quad) are out, while Zagadou, Mittelstadt, Tiago Tomas and Nartey are doubts for the visit of Atletico.
Team News Atletico Madrid
Koke (hamstring) and C. Romero (adductor) are out for the trip to Germany, but Johnny Cardoso may return to bolster the midfield.
The predicted lineups below are provisional (source: Sports Mole) and remain subject to the official team news. Our Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid prediction is based on these provisional lineups.
Stuttgart: Bredlow; Vagnoman, Jeltsch, Chabot, Hendriks; Stiller, Promel; El Khannouss, Undav, Fuhrich; Demirovic.
Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Llorente, Pubill, Hancko, Grimaldo; G. Simeone, Barrios, Cardoso, Baena; Alvarez, Lee Kang-in.
Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid Betting Tips
Here is where our Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid prediction finds its value across the main markets.
Tip 1 – Result: Atletico Madrid win. Six wins on the bounce, a watertight defence and a side that has already beaten Real Madrid and Manchester United this season make the visitors the right favourites at the MHPArena.
Tip 2 – Over-Under 2.5: Over 2.5 goals. Stuttgart have scored six in two UCL games but concede at home, while Atletico’s attack is flying with 14 goals in six matches. Goals at both ends look likely.
Tip 3 – BTTS Yes-No: Yes. Demirovic is the UCL’s joint-top scorer and Stuttgart always carry a threat in Europe, but Atletico have the firepower to outscore them. This is our hot tip for the game.
Read our Atletico Madrid vs Manchester United UCL preview for more on the visitors’ European form, and check the upcoming football matches blog for fixtures across Europe this week. Come back for more Champions League content once our Stuttgart vs Atletico Madrid prediction is settled.
