Stuttgart vs Celtic: Can Celtic mount a comeback and advance?
The second leg of the UEFA Europa League brings us a clash between Stuttgart and Celtic, set for Thursday, 26 February. Kick-off is at 18:45 CET, and I have a betting tip for this encounter.
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Stuttgart vs Celtic: match facts and head-to-head
- In the first leg, Stuttgart thrashed Celtic 4–1.
- Stuttgart are unbeaten in their last three matches: one draw and three wins.
- Celtic have lost their last two matches.
- Celtic have scored at least one goal in 13 consecutive matches.
- Stuttgart have found the net in eight straight matches.
- At home, Stuttgart are unbeaten in eight consecutive games.
- Celtic are unbeaten in five matches: two draws and three victories.
- Stuttgart have kept a clean sheet in 33% of their matches this season.
- In 47% of their matches this season, Stuttgart have scored in both halves.
- These teams have faced each other three times: Celtic have won once, Stuttgart twice.
Stuttgart vs Celtic: match preview
Stuttgart delivered a highly convincing performance in the first leg against Celtic. The German side struck four times, while the Hoops managed only a single reply. A commanding 4–1 victory for Stuttgart.
At the weekend, they faced Heidenheim in Matchday 23 of the Bundesliga and played out a 2–2 draw. The team currently sit fourth in the table with 43 points from 23 matches. The gap to fifth place is just two points, so Stuttgart remain firmly in the hunt for a Champions League spot.
Celtic, meanwhile, have changed several head coaches over the course of the season and are currently experiencing difficulties in the Scottish Premiership title race. After 27 rounds, they have 54 points and sit third in the standings. The deficit to the leaders stands at six points. A few days ago, Celtic were beaten 1–2 by Hibernian. However, the Hoops still have a game in hand and could close the gap at the top.
Probable line-ups
- Stuttgart: Nubel; Assignon, Jacquez, Jeltsch, Mittelstadt; Karazor, Andres; El Khannouss, Undav, Fuhrich; Demirovic
- Celtic: Schmeichel; Araujo, Trusty, Scales, Tierney; McGregor, Bernardo; Maeda, Nygren, Tounekti; Cvancara
Prediction
Stuttgart outclassed Celtic 4–1 in the first leg, and I believe they can secure another victory. My recommendation is to back the German side to win.
