{"id":1432648,"date":"2026-02-11T13:29:30","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T13:29:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1432648"},"modified":"2026-02-11T13:29:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T13:29:31","slug":"match-preview-stuttgart-vs-koln-14-02-26-bundesliga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-stuttgart-vs-koln-14-02-26-bundesliga\/","title":{"rendered":"Stuttgart vs Koln: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Stuttgart<\/a> welcome Koln<\/a> to the Mercedes-Benz Arena in what looks set to be a compelling Bundesliga<\/a> encounter. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stuttgart have dominated this rivalry in recent years, winning seven of the last eleven meetings, and enter this match higher in the table and with a clear statistical edge in both attack and defence. Kick-off is at 17:30 on Saturday 14 February.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on season-long attacking numbers, recent head-to-head dominance, and the underlying statistics, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in a low-scoring affair, given Koln’s struggles to create chances away from home and Stuttgart’s ability to control possession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Under 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n15\/8 @ Betfair<\/a>
(34.8%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing Under 2.5 Goals as recent head-to-heads have tended to be tight (three of the last six meetings saw two or fewer goals). Stuttgart have kept 8 clean sheets this season, while Koln have struggled for cutting edge, averaging just 1.43 goals per game and a modest xG. This price offers strong value for a cagey contest.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score: No<\/strong><\/td>\n11\/8 @ Betfair<\/a>
(42.1%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here as Stuttgart have kept more clean sheets than any other side outside the top four, and Koln have failed to score in two of their last three games against Stuttgart. The implied probability on this price looks generous for a fixture that often sees one side blank.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Stuttgart remain in the European mix with a strong record at home and a positive goal difference, while Koln sit mid-table, hampered by defensive frailties and a negative goal difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Stuttgart<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n28<\/td>\n+10<\/td>\n39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Koln<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n34<\/td>\n-4<\/td>\n23<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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