VfB Stuttgart vs PSG Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Champions League, January 29, 2025
VfB Stuttgart vs PSG Preview
- Tournament: UEFA Champions League
- Date: Wednesday, January 29
- Kick-off Time: 8:00 pm GMT
- Venue: MHPArena, Stuttgart, Germany
German outfit, VfB Stuttgart will welcome French champions, PSG on Wednesday evening at the MHPArena for the eighth and the last round of the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 league phase. It will be a never-seen-before spectacle with all 18 matches kicking off at the same time. Both clubs have enjoyed similar success in the competition so far and have the same number of points with 10. PSG is two places above Stuttgart thanks to a narrow gap in the goal difference. The VfB Stuttgart vs PSG fixture will have an added element of the qualification drama attached to it.
VfB Stuttgart will be content with how the recent matches have played out. In the last six games, the club has managed four victories, a draw, and a defeat. During this period, Stuttgart has scored 12 goals and conceded six.
The good run of form has enabled the club to remain in fourth place in the Bundesliga with a healthy tally of 32 points. Stuttgart fans will be satisfied going into the last matchday of Europe’s premier club competition, with a more than outside chance of making the playoffs. The German side has averaged 1.9 goals per game this season and has collected four clean sheets. Ermedin Demirovic is the top scorer with eight goals.
Paris Saint-Germain will be glad with the latest results. The Parisian outfit has accumulated five victories along with a draw in the last six matches. Luis Enrique’s men produced one of the displays of the season last week, beating Manchester City 4-2 after going 2-0 down. The comeback has allowed Paris to remain in the qualifying places and a win on Wednesday will guarantee the same.
PSG’s unbeaten run stretches to 12 matches but the French champions have not kept a clean sheet on the last five occasions. Renowned youngster, Bradley Barcola is the highest goalscorer with 11 goals to his name while Joao Neves has provided the most assists (eight).
VfB Stuttgart Team News
According to the current pre-match reports, Dan-Axel Zagadou, El Bilal Toure (Broken Ankle), Justin Diehl (Hamstring Injury), and Luca Raimund (Thigh Injury), are scheduled to sit out against Paris-Saint Germain. It will be interesting to witness how the head coach, Sebastian Hoeness factors these absences into his playing XI and his preferred 4-4-2 formation.
PSG Team News
Former Napoli man, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia made his debut for PSG against Reims on the weekend. Luis Enrique will have a tough call to make to choose between him and Bradley Barcola for the left-wing spot. The latter has been on a superb run of form lately. As far as the injuries are concerned, Ibrahim Mbaye will remain on the sidelines due to a sprained ankle.
VfB Stuttgart vs PSG Predicted Lineups
VfB Stuttgart Predicted Lineup (4-4-2)
Goalkeeper: Nubel
Defenders: Vagnoman, Rouault, Dakhil, Mittelstaedt
Midfielders: Larsen, Karazor, Stiller, Fuhrich
Forwards: Undav, Woltemade
PSG Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Donnarumma
Defenders: Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes
Midfielders: Ruiz, Vitinha, Neves
Forwards: Dembele, Ramos, Barcola
VfB Stuttgart vs PSG H2H Record
This will be the first-ever meeting between VfB Stuttgart and Paris Saint-Germain.
Key Players to Watch in VfB Stuttgart vs PSG
Ousmane Dembele (Paris Saint-Germain)
Ousmane Dembele has earned unwanted attention for being incredibly inconsistent. However, there is little doubt that at his best, Dembele is one of the most dangerous and lethal players in the world.
The former Barcelona man performs well in chaotic situations, which was evident during his magnificent contribution in the 4-2 comeback victory over Manchester City. The right-winger is enjoying his most productive season forever and he will be keen to close out well. He has registered 2.9 xG in his last five outings.
Deniz Undav (VfB Stuttgart)
Deniz Undav has mostly featured as a striker for Stuttgart this season although he can also operate as an attacking midfielder. Undav’s experience with Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League. He has recorded seven goals in the German league so far with an assist also to his name.
His performance will have a huge bearing on Stuttgart’s chances against PSG. Deniz Undav has 3.3 xG in his last five appearances.
VfB Stuttgart vs PSG Prediction
The visitors are on a tremendous run of form and are hungrier than ever to prove their worth to European football. Stuttgart might be in for an ugly and uncomfortable evening on Wednesday at its home ground.
Predicted Score: VfB Stuttgart 1-3 PSG
Where to watch VfB Stuttgart vs PSG Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | CBS and TUDN |
| UK | TNT Sports |
| Germany | DAZN |
| France | Canal+ |
| Australia | Stan Sport |
| Canada | DAZN |
| India | Sony Sports Network/SonyLIV |
FAQs
Q. When is VfB Stuttgart vs Paris Saint-Germain?
The VfB Stuttgart vs Paris Saint-Germain match will be played on 29th January at the MHPArena, Stuttgart, Germany.
Q. Where to watch VfB Stuttgart vs Paris Saint-Germain live for free?
The VfB Stuttgart vs Paris Saint-Germain match can be watched on ServusTV, RTÉ Player, and Tabii.
Q. What is the predicted score in VfB Stuttgart vs Paris Saint-Germain?
Our predicted score for the upcoming VfB Stuttgart vs Paris Saint-Germain fixture is 3-1 to PSG.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for VfB Stuttgart vs Paris Saint-Germain?
This will be the first-ever meeting between VfB Stuttgart and Paris Saint-Germain.