Bochum vs Stuttgart prediction, H2H and probable line-ups - 3 December 2025
One of the German Cup round of 16 clashes will take place on Wednesday at the Vonovia Ruhrstadion in Bochum, where the local side Bochum hosts the reigning champions, Stuttgart. I’m backing a bet on goals in this encounter, with strong odds for success.
Match preview
Bochum have already navigated two rounds in this season’s DFB-Pokal, both times away from home — an achievement in itself. The team has shown real fighting spirit, rarely losing in regular time in their recent cup outings. Particularly impressive is their home scoring consistency: in nine previous cup matches at their own ground, Bochum have failed to find the net only once.
However, Bochum haven’t felt invincible at home for some time now: five of their last six cup matches here have ended without a win in regular time. Defensive lapses are frequent, and in recent home games, both teams have almost always found the back of the net. Nevertheless, Bochum's attack remains efficient, regularly notching one or two goals against their visitors.
Stuttgart had a shaky start to their title defense but have since found their rhythm, confidently dispatching Mainz in the process. The team routinely makes deep cup runs and showcases an electrifying attacking style — in eight of their last nine tournament matches, they’ve scored at least twice. Their away form deserves special mention, with the Swabians looking both assured and clinical on the road.
Stuttgart have been nearly unbeatable away from home in the DFB-Pokal: over their last eleven away cup ties, they’ve claimed nine victories and drawn once. Their defense has often been rock solid — shutting out opponents completely in eight of those matches. However, in this particular fixture, Stuttgart’s back line is likely to face some serious pressure.
Probable line-ups
- Bochum: Horn, Morgalla, Loosli, Stroph, Wittek, Miyoshi, Lenz, Onyeka, Sissoko, Holtmann, Hofmann
- Stuttgart: Nübel, Chabot, Hendricks, Al-Dakhil, Stenzel, Andres, Nartey, Vagnoman, El-Hannous, Bouanani, Führich
Match facts and head-to-head
- Bochum have scored in 8 of their last 9 home DFB-Pokal matches.
- Stuttgart have scored at least twice in 8 of their last 9 cup games.
- Both teams have scored in Bochum’s last 5 home cup matches.
Prediction
Both sides have clear attacking potential, especially in the context of the German Cup. Bochum consistently find the net at home, while Stuttgart continue their impressive scoring streak on the road. Expect an entertaining contest with goals at both ends.
