RB Leipzig vs. Stuttgart - prediction, live broadcast , lineups

In the Bundesliga clash between RB Leipzig and Stuttgart, both teams find themselves in contrasting scenarios. Leipzig, currently positioned 7th, requires a victory to secure European football for the next season . Their recent form has been inconsistent, evidenced by a draw against Werder Bremen and a concerning defensive record where they conceded 15 goals in their last eight matches. Conversely, Stuttgart sits at 9th place but arrives with momentum after a significant 4-0 victory over Augsburg . This match presents an opportunity for Leipzig to capitalize on their perfect home record against Stuttgart while also aiming to break a winless streak of four matches.

Leipzig's hopes of European football are fading after failing to win in four matches since their April 11th victory over Wolfsburg. Draws against Holstein Kiel and Bayern Munich, a heavy defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt, and a goalless draw with Werder Bremen have seen them drop to seventh in the Bundesliga, level on points with sixth-placed Mainz 05. While catching fifth-placed Borussia Dortmund, three points ahead, is virtually impossible due to goal difference, Leipzig can secure Conference League qualification by matching or bettering Mainz's result. Overtaking Mainz is highly improbable even with a win, requiring a six-goal swing. Leipzig can draw confidence from their perfect home record against Stuttgart, winning all six encounters at Red Bull Arena, including a 5-1 victory last August.

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Leipzig leads the head-to-head record against Stuttgart 9-3 with 2 draws in their last 14 meetings. However, Stuttgart won both encounters this season, both played at their home ground. In Bundesliga matchday 17, Stuttgart defeated Leipzig 2-1 after Bruun Larsen and Nick Woltemade overturned Benjamin Sesko's opener. Stuttgart also triumphed 3-1 in the DFB-Pokal semi-final, with Stiller and Woltemade adding to the scoresheet, while Sesko scored Leipzig's only goal.

RB Leipzig possible starting lineup: Gulacsi; Nedeljkovic, Bitshiabu, Lukeba, Raum; Baku, Seiwald, Vermeeren, Simons; Sesko, Openda

Stuttgart possible starting lineup: Nubel; Vagnoman, Jaquez, Chabot, Mittelstadt; Leweling, Karazor, Millot, Fuhrich; Undav, Woltemade

In terms of player availability, Leipzig faces several key absences due to suspensions and injuries, notably Klostermann (suspended), which may hinder their defensive stability . On the other hand, Stuttgart will miss multiple players due to injuries as well. Despite these challenges, both teams are poised for a competitive encounter that could influence their respective seasons significantly. However, predictions regarding the final outcome remain speculative without further insights into lineups and tactical approaches from either side.

The live broadcast details for this match have yet to be confirmed; however, fans can expect coverage across various sports networks and streaming platforms typical for Bundesliga fixtures. As anticipation builds towards this decisive matchup, the significance of securing points cannot be overstated for Leipzig as they strive for European qualification while Stuttgart looks to conclude their season on a high note.

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