Augsburg vs Stuttgart tips and predictions

Visitors face frustration

A result is well within Augsburg's capabilities if they can push the envelope here.

The hosts are coming into the match having had 5 wins in their last 10 games. While most previews are claiming that Stuttgart will win the contest on their own terms, this Augsburg squad should be respected.

Die Fuggerstadter will need to see that their rivals are over-confident. That would certainly improve their chances. This home side is making the most of a recent purple patch and they've been solving a lot of problems. They scored at least once in 13 of their recent 15 matches and that's been backed up throughout the squad. At the back they have kept a clean sheet in 2 of their last 4 home games.

Stuttgart have actually conceded at least once in all of their last 3 matches. It might be close but no cigar for the unfancied side but they really can do this.

You'll know who has the advantage from their previous meetings. Augsburg have won 9 of the last 18 fixtures between the two teams.

The hosts can be pleased with their recent displays across the park and they'll need to call on that experience if they are to deny the visitors.

The sportsbooks are predicting both sides to get in on the act despite the favouritism for Stuttgart. Nevertheless the odds-against for the No BTTS is actually the best pick from that market. And for fans of the goal line, it's Under 3.5 Goals standing out in this one given the current odds.