Stuttgart vs Werder Bremen prediction, H2H and probable line-ups — April 26, 2026
As part of Matchday 31 in the German Bundesliga, Stuttgart will face Werder Bremen. The clash is set for Sunday, April 26, with kick-off scheduled for 15:30 Central European Time. Here’s my take on the likely winner of this encounter.
Match preview
Stuttgart are enjoying a strong season, confidently holding their ground in the upper part of the Bundesliga table and fighting for European spots. The team plays exciting attacking football, consistently creating plenty of chances in front of goal.
After Bayern, the Swabians are the most prolific side in the Bundesliga—an impressive feat. Deniz Undav has carried much of the scoring load, already netting 18 times this campaign.
In recent rounds, Stuttgart’s form has remained generally stable, despite a few slip-ups. They’ve beaten teams from the lower and middle parts of the table but have suffered defeats against Bayern and Borussia Dortmund.
At home, Stuttgart are especially formidable: they press aggressively and aim to control the tempo. Their defense is relatively reliable, though they can struggle against top attacking sides. Of the matches remaining, Werder looks like the weakest opponent—after this, the Swabians will face direct rivals for next season’s Champions League spots.
Werder, meanwhile, have spent most of their season in the lower and middle reaches of the table, alternating promising spells with disappointing runs. Defensive frailties have often cost them points—even in matches where a positive result seemed within reach.
Only Wolfsburg and Heidenheim, both flirting with relegation, have conceded more than the Musicians. Werder themselves aren’t mathematically safe yet, but a five-point cushion above the relegation playoff zone offers some optimism.
Recent results have been inconsistent: wins over lower-table sides have been offset by losses to more organized opponents. Their attack remains lively, but finishing is not always clinical.
On the road, Werder play cautiously, relying on quick transitions and set pieces. However, defensive lapses often undermine their attacking efforts. This season, Werder have been a lower-mid-table side—capable of challenging any opponent, but lacking the consistency needed to contend for higher places.
Match facts
- Stuttgart have lost just one home Bundesliga match in 2026.
- Werder have won two of their last three away fixtures.
- Stuttgart average 1.7 goals per home game, while Werder average 1.15 goals per away game.
Probable line-ups
- Stuttgart: Nübel, Hendricks, Chabot, Zagadou, Vagnoman, Karazor, Stiller, Führich, El-Hannouss, Leveling, Undav.
- Werder Bremen: Backhaus, Sugawara, Pieper, Koulibaly, Deman, Lynen, Stage, Puertas, Schmid, Gideon, Milosevic.
H2H
In the last four head-to-head meetings, the teams have scored at least 3 goals per game.
Prediction
Given Stuttgart’s current form and Werder’s inconsistency, the hosts look like clear favorites. Expect Stuttgart to control the match and create plenty of chances, especially in front of their own fans. My pick — Stuttgart to win.
