Stuttgart vs Freiburg: who will break through to the German Cup final?
On Thursday, April 23, we have a German Cup semi-final showdown ahead of us between Stuttgart and Freiburg. This encounter kicks off at 20:45 CET, and I’m offering a betting pick for it.
Stuttgart vs Freiburg: Match facts and head-to-head
- Stuttgart have lost twice and won twice in their last four matches.
- Freiburg have won their previous four matches.
- Freiburg have won their last three away matches.
- Freiburg have scored at least one goal in seven consecutive matches.
- Stuttgart have won 33% of their matches this season without conceding, while Freiburg have done so in 22%.
- In 46% of their matches this season, Stuttgart have scored in both halves.
- Stuttgart defeated Freiburg 1-0 in their last head-to-head meeting.
Stuttgart vs Freiburg: Match preview
Stuttgart are the reigning German Cup holders, and they now have a chance to reach the final once again and compete for the trophy. On their road to this match, Stuttgart defeated Holstein Kiel 3-0, Bochum 2-0, Mainz 2-0, and Braunschweig 5-4. Now they face a home clash against Freiburg. In the league, Stuttgart’s situation is fairly strong. They sit fourth in the table with 56 points after 30 rounds and hold a two-point advantage over fifth place. That means they have every chance of qualifying for the Champions League, but they must deliver consistently in the four remaining matches.
Freiburg are lower in the standings and currently occupy seventh place in the Bundesliga table. From 30 matches, they have collected 43 points and are one point clear of the team in eighth. They have every chance of securing European football, especially if Germany receives a fifth UEFA Champions League spot. Freiburg themselves are doing everything possible to help make that happen, as they have reached the UEFA Europa League semi-finals. As for the German Cup, Freiburg advanced by beating Lotte 2-0, Düsseldorf 3-1, Darmstadt 2-0, and Hertha 2-1.
Probable lineups
- Stuttgart: Nubel; Vagnoman, Hendriks, Chabot, Mittelstadt; Karazor, Stiller; Leweling, El Khannouss, Fuhrich; Undav
- Freiburg: Muller; Treu, Ginter, Ogbus, Makengo; Eggestein, Manzambi; Beste, Suzuki, Scherhant; Matanovic
Prediction
A very intriguing contest awaits us, as these teams are genuinely evenly matched and both will be desperate to reach the final. However, I believe the home side can edge it, so my recommended pick is a Stuttgart win.
