{"id":1439020,"date":"2026-03-17T10:12:40","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T10:12:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1439020"},"modified":"2026-03-17T10:12:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T10:12:42","slug":"match-preview-porto-vs-stuttgart-19-03-26-europa-league","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-porto-vs-stuttgart-19-03-26-europa-league\/","title":{"rendered":"Porto vs Stuttgart: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Porto and Stuttgart<\/a> meet in a high-stakes clash, with both clubs aiming to continue their Europa League<\/a> adventure following a dramatic first-leg.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The match, set at Est\u00e1dio do Drag\u00e3o, promises an intriguing tactical battle: Porto\u2019s defensive resilience will be tested by the Bundesliga side\u2019s high-octane attack. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 on Thursday, and both teams know the importance of a result for their continental ambitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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

Based on Stuttgart\u2019s aggressive attacking metrics and Porto\u2019s reputation for discipline at the back, we\u2019ve identified our top betting recommendations for this fixture. Our strongest selection focuses on both sides\u2019 ability to find the net, while value can also be found in the outright and correct score markets.<\/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
Both Teams to Score \u2013 Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/7 @ Bet365<\/a>
(63.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe\u2019re backing goals at both ends: Stuttgart boast the competition\u2019s highest attacking output (20 goals, 21.84 xG), while Porto have scored in all recent games and conceded in their last head-to-head. Both sides show attacking intent and defensive vulnerabilities, supporting a BTTS outcome.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Correct Score 1-1<\/strong><\/td>\n11\/2 @ Bet365<\/a>
(15.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nGiven Stuttgart\u2019s attacking threat and Porto\u2019s defensive organisation, a cagey draw isn\u2019t out of the question. The last meeting was decided by a single goal, and both sides average close to two goals scored per game.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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

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

    Porto come into the round of 16 following a successful group stage campaign that saw them finish fifth in the group, with 17 points. Key victories over Rangers and Nice saw Porto automatically qualify for the round of 16. The first leg of this tie ended in victory for Porto but it’s a slender lead with Stuttgart only one goal behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Stuttgart finished just two points behind their opponents this week but some six places lower, causing them to need to enter the playoff round. The German side came up against Celtic in the playoffs but were able to move forward with relative ease, winning 4-2 on aggregate, setting up their round of 16 tie with Porto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Potential Match-Winners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    While neither club boasts a top-three scorer in the league, several players stand out for their potential impact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n