This Saturday, Stuttgart and Borussia Monchengladbach face off in a Bundesliga clash at the MHPArena.
As Stuttgart looks to secure a stellar season, Monchengladbach aims to salvage some pride in their final match.
Team Form and Performance
Stuttgart
Stuttgart has had a remarkable season, currently sitting third in the Bundesliga table.
They have already secured a spot in the Champions League group stages for the next season.
Their recent victories against Bayern Munich and Augsburg highlight their strong form, boasting the third-best home record in the league with 39 points from 16 matches.
Monchengladbach
In contrast, Monchengladbach has struggled throughout the season, finding themselves in 13th place.
Their recent form includes three consecutive draws against Union Berlin, Werder Bremen, and Eintracht Frankfurt.
They have only two away victories in the entire season, emphasizing their poor performance on the road.
Team News and Lineups
Stuttgart
Stuttgart will be missing several key players due to injuries. Josha Vagnoman, Samuele di Benedetto, and Dan-Axel Zagadou are confirmed absentees.
Roberto Massimo, Lilian Egloff, and Nikolas Nartey may also miss the match, making their lineup selection challenging. Serhou Guirassy, who has scored 26 Bundesliga goals this season, remains a crucial player for Stuttgart.
M'gladbach
Monchengladbach faces its own injury issues with Shio Fukuda, Simon Walde, Maximilian Wober, Franck Honorat, and Grant-Leon Ranos out of contention.
Head coach Gerardo Seoane is likely to maintain a similar lineup to their previous match against Frankfurt, with Luca Netz expected to start.
Robin Hack, their top scorer with 10 goals, will lead the attack alongside Alassane Plea.
Match Prediction
Considering Stuttgart's impressive home record and Monchengladbach's struggles away, Stuttgart is favoured to win.
Their recent form suggests they will continue their strong finish to the season. Our predicted scoreline is Stuttgart 2-0 Borussia Monchengladbach.
FAQ
What is the current form of Stuttgart and Borussia Monchengladbach? Stuttgart has been in excellent form, securing third place in the Bundesliga and recently winning against Bayern Munich and Augsburg. Monchengladbach, on the other hand, is struggling, placed 13th with only two away victories all season.
What is at stake for Stuttgart in this match? Stuttgart aims to solidify their third-place finish and potentially move up to second if they win and Bayern Munich loses. They have already qualified for the Champions League group stages next season.
Who are the key players missing for Stuttgart? Stuttgart will be without Josha Vagnoman, Samuele di Benedetto, and Dan-Axel Zagadou due to injuries. Roberto Massimo, Lilian Egloff, and Nikolas Nartey might also be absent.
Who are the key players missing for Borussia Monchengladbach? Monchengladbach will miss Shio Fukuda, Simon Walde, Maximilian Wober, Franck Honorat, and Grant-Leon Ranos due to injuries.
Who are the top scorers for both teams? Stuttgart's top scorer is Serhou Guirassy with 26 goals this season. Monchengladbach's leading goal scorer is Robin Hack with 10 goals, supported by Alassane Plea with seven goals.
What is the predicted scoreline for the match? The predicted scoreline is Stuttgart 2-0 Borussia Monchengladbach, considering Stuttgart's strong home record and Monchengladbach's poor away performance.
Where and when is the match taking place? The match will take place at the MHPArena in Stuttgart on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 2:30 PM UK time.
Why is this match significant for Monchengladbach? While Monchengladbach cannot reach the top of the table, they will aim to finish the season positively and potentially move up to 12th place with a win, depending on other results.
How have Stuttgart performed at home this season? Stuttgart has an impressive home record, claiming 39 points from 16 matches, making them the third-best home team in the Bundesliga this season.
How can Monchengladbach improve their standing on the final matchday? To improve their standing, Monchengladbach needs to win against Stuttgart and hope for favourable results in other matches, specifically hoping for a Wolfsburg loss to Mainz 05.
