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Stuttgart vs Cologne: Prediction, Betting Tips and Match Preview

Germany Bundesliga · Germany · 4 September 2026
Stuttgart logoStuttgart
4:1
1st half: 1:0
04.09.2026 19:30
Cologne logoCologne

Match events

Bilal El Khannous1:0
39′
41′
🟨Jamaai Simpson-Pusey
Maximilian Mittelstädt🟨
51′
Grisha Premel2:0
60′
Ermedin Demirović3:0
75′
81′
3:1Marius Bülter
85′
🟨Tom Kraus
86′
🟨Alessio Castro-Montes
Josha Vagnoman4:1
90′

Match statistics: Stuttgart vs Cologne

StuttgartCologne
3.83xG (expected goals)2.08
58Ball possession, %42
22Shots18
8Shots on target5
10Corners8
4Fouls5
1Offsides0
1Yellow cards3
0Red cards0
117Attacks71
62Dangerous attacks48

💡 Match preview Stuttgart vs Cologne

By Chukwuma Adeyemi — Football expert specializing in Copa Chile, Esiliiga, FNL 2, First Division, and First League

Both teams kicked off their season with victories in the DFB-Pokal, but their Bundesliga openers painted two very different pictures. Stuttgart were steamrolled 5-1 by Bayern Munich on the road, a sobering reality check. Meanwhile, Köln snatched a dramatic 3-2 home win over Hoffenheim, showing resilience and late-game firepower. For the hosts, this second matchday is a chance to bounce back from that humiliation, while René Wagner’s side travel to Stuttgart carrying three points and a boost of confidence from their comeback.

Stuttgart’s Tactical Concerns and Squad Changes

Stuttgart’s cup win over Hansa Rostock (4-0) was a breeze, but the league proved far tougher. Despite briefly equalizing against Bayern, they collapsed. However, the Swabians have a strong home record to lean on – last season they ranked third in the Bundesliga for home wins (12), and head coach Sebastian Hoeneß will expect his men to use the MHP Arena as a fortress to make amends.

The squad has undergone changes since the first round. Midfielder Chima Andres was sold to Brighton, and Jovanovic moved to Udinese. More critically, injuries have piled up. Key defender Assignon (24 appearances last season) and midfielder Narti (28 games, 4 goals, 3 assists) – who picked up a knock in the cup – are both sidelined. The available roster looks thinner than at the start of the season.

Winger Führich is a doubt after a hip injury in the cup; he trained individually early in the week. If he can’t start, Portuguese Tiago Tomas is ready to step in. Top scorer Pejčinović, who bagged a hat-trick against Hansa, had minor fitness concerns but is expected to be fully fit for the Köln clash.

Köln’s Defensive Frailties and Transfer Activity

Köln enter the second round unbeaten in official matches. They edged Würzburg 2-1 in the cup after trailing at halftime, thanks to a Issak Johansson double. Then, against Hoffenheim, they came from behind twice, with substitute Thijs Dallinga scoring twice to snatch victory. Wagner’s side has shown grit and efficiency in key moments, but their defending has been shaky. They conceded to a third-tier side in the cup and let in two goals against Hoffenheim, not to mention giving away a penalty (though Marvin Schwäbe saved it).

The team has a chance to win their first two league games for the second consecutive season, but history is against them: Köln haven’t won any of their last 13 away matches in the Bundesliga – the longest active winless streak on the road in Germany’s top flight.

In the transfer window’s final days, Köln were busy. They loaned 19-year-old Mikey Moore from Tottenham and left-back Borna Sosa from Crystal Palace, a player familiar with the Bundesliga from his Stuttgart days. However, both have had little time to adapt and are unlikely to start. Defensive losses include Sebulonsen (31 league matches last season) and striker Waldschmidt (24 games, 5 goals, 4 assists), both out injured.

Predicted Lineups

Stuttgart (4-4-2): Bredlow – Vagnoman, Jeltsch, Chabot, Mittelstädt – Leweling, Prömel, Stiller, Tomas – Undav, Pejčinović

Out: Seimen, Zagadou, Narti, Diehl, Arévalo, Hackes, Assignon, Sauer (all injured); Führich (doubtful)

Head coach: Sebastian Hoeneß

Köln (4-3-3): Schwäbe – Castro-Montes, Simpson-Pusey, Lochoshvili, Mensah – Krauss, Johansson, Schiri – Thielmann, Ache, El Mala

Out: Hübers, Sebulonsen, Waldschmidt (all injured)

Head coach: René Wagner

Prediction and Bet

Main bet: Stuttgart to win at 1.55

Stuttgart’s opening-day thrashing by Bayern was a tough result, but it’s not indicative of their overall level. Their upcoming opponent is significantly weaker. On home soil, the Swabians have a strong record – six wins in their last eight league games at the MHP Arena, and three victories in their last four home meetings with Köln in the Bundesliga. Meanwhile, Köln, despite winning both official matches so far, have struggled and trailed in each. A Stuttgart win looks justified.

Goal bet: Both teams to score at 1.53

Stuttgart are rarely quiet at home – they’ve only failed to score in one of their last ten home league matches. Köln also have no trouble finding the net, having scored in each of their last five away games. Moreover, six of the last seven head-to-head encounters at Stuttgart’s ground have seen both sides get on the scoresheet. Expect an open, high-scoring affair.

Chukwuma Adeyemi
Chukwuma Adeyemi
Football expert specializing in Copa Chile, Esiliiga, FNL 2, First Division, and First League

Chukwuma Adeyemi is a football expert with over a decade of experience covering tournaments across Bulgaria, Chile, Estonia, Kazakhstan, and Russia, including the Copa Chile, Esiliiga, FNL 2, First Division, and First League. In his analysis, he focuses on team form, squad rotations, shot statistics, and coaching decisions, while also considering fixture congestion to assess match dynamics. His approach to predictions is grounded in systematic observation of league-specific trends and tactical patterns, avoiding reliance on general assumptions.

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The editorial prediction is provided for informational purposes only and should not be treated as a direct call to action. Every reader should do their own analysis before deciding on a bet.

Probable lineups: Stuttgart vs Cologne

Stuttgart logoStuttgart4-4-2
Bredlow
MittelstädtChabotJelcVagnoman
FührichStillerPromelLeweling
PejcinovicUndav
Out of squad:Zeimen · InjuryZagadou · InjuryNartey · InjuryDill · InjuryArevalo · InjuryKhakes · InjuryThomas · InjurySauer · InjuryAssignon · Injury
Cologne logoCologne4-3-3
Schwäbe
MensahLochoshviliSimpson-PuseyCastro-Montes
SkhiriJohannessonKrauss
MooreAcheMaina
Out of squad:Hübers · InjurySebulonsen · Injury

Match odds Stuttgart vs Cologne

Result (1X2)

X4.8511.5625.4

Double chance

1X1.18X22.53121.21

Both teams to score

No2.55Yes1.45

Over

21.1131.5342.4754.4568.11.51.072.51.353.51.964.52.995.54.95

Under

25.232.3841.4951.1461.021.55.92.52.883.51.864.51.335.51.11

Handicap 1

01.1911.01-11.78-23.15-36.1-1.52.31-2.53.75-3.56.7

Handicap 2

03.8611.9321.3131.06-18.71.51.622.51.213.51.05

Correct score

0:0260:1240:2411:011.751:19.31:216.251:3412:010.52:18.12:212.52:3323:0133:110.53:216.253:3364:0214:117.254:2285:0415:134

Predictions for Stuttgart vs Cologne

SF Segun Fashola Team 2 over 1.5odds 2.77 Lost

Cologne to score over 1.5 goals at 2.77 is the clear play here. Stuttgart are winless so far, still smarting from heavy defeats to Bayern, while Cologne have started the season with real attacking intent — they already knocked out a cup opponent and beat Hoffenheim in the league. Last season's two meetings both ended with Stuttgart winning, but each time Cologne found the net: 2–1 and 3–1. These are two sides that push forward, and Cologne's willingness to both score and concede makes this over 1.5 line very reachable.

BN Biodun Nnaji Over 3.5odds 1.88 Won

Stuttgart and Cologne have that chaotic feel about them—two sides that love to attack, even if their early-season form is worlds apart. Cologne have been a betting man's dream for goals: nine straight "over" outcomes, six of them with at least four goals, and five matches in a row where they’ve bagged two or more. They’ve already racked up five goals in two competitive games this season. Stuttgart, meanwhile, couldn’t be more inconsistent—a 4-0 cup win followed by a 1-5 league hammering. That defence looks vulnerable, and Cologne won’t hold back.

I’m not blind to the history—Stuttgart haven’t lost to Köln in eight meetings, winning last season’s encounters 2-1 and 3-1. But those were tight, high-scoring affairs, and the visitors are clearly a different animal now. That unbeaten streak could easily end, but either way, I expect goals. The pattern is too strong to ignore, so I’ll take over 3.5 at 1.88.

OA Oluwaseun Ademola Yellow cards: Over 3.5odds 2.01 Won

Stuttgart and Cologne have a history of rough encounters whenever they meet. That pattern points straight to a bet on yellow cards going over 3.5 at 2.01 — a play that fits the physical nature of this Bundesliga clash.

PN Peter Nwachukwu Over 2.5odds 1.34 Won

Stuttgart and Cologne in the Bundesliga — I'm expecting goals, so the over 2.5 at 1.34 is a solid bet.

SS Suleiman Sani Handicap 2 (1.5)odds 1.67 Lost

Stuttgart may be the hosts, but they're not in the same shape as Cologne right now. The visitors are rolling with good form, and that's why I'm backing them on the +1.5 handicap — they should keep it close enough to cover.

SS Samuel S. Over 3odds 1.50 Pending
CL Chinedu Lawal Over 3.5odds 1.90 Pending

Stuttgart and Cologne both have a clear trend recently—goals keep piling up in their matches. Over 3.5 has been a frequent result for each side, and I don’t see that changing here. The Bundesliga fixture on September 4th feels set to deliver another high-scoring affair, so I’m backing the total to go over 3.5 at 1.90.

C corner_fox Over 3.5odds 1.90 Pending

Stuttgart vs Cologne in the Bundesliga — two quality teams that should deliver goals. I'm backing over 3.5 at 1.90, expecting an open, high-scoring match.

M musa_prophet Under 3.5odds 1.92 Pending
A acetrader Result: 1odds 1.51 Won

Stuttgart are back in action after a tough 5-1 defeat to Bayern, and they need to get back on track. Playing at home with strong fan support and a dangerous attacking lineup gives them a clear edge here. Last time out they couldn't cope with Bayern's relentless pressure, but this matchup is completely different — they're the clear favorites on their own turf.

For Cologne, this is a chance to make a statement. Beating Stuttgart on the road would mean more than just three points; it would show they belong in the upper half of the table. They've already proven they can turn games around, like when they came from behind to beat Hoffenheim. Still, I don't see an upset happening here. Cologne will put up a fight, but Stuttgart have too much quality at home. Stuttgart wins this one.

SS Suleiman Sowole Result: 1odds 1.51 Pending

This Bundesliga meeting between Stuttgart and Cologne is a clear chance for the hosts. Stuttgart are the superior team and I expect them to handle Cologne with confidence. A straightforward win for the home side.

FO Femi Okonkwo Team 2 over 1odds 1.79 Pending

Cologne have looked resilient in recent matches, and I’m backing them to avoid defeat and find the net here. They’re playing with confidence and should be able to get on the scoresheet against Stuttgart, who have shown defensive vulnerabilities at home.

I’m taking Cologne to avoid losing and to score at least one goal. At odds of 1.79, that’s solid value for a side that rarely gets shut out and has the quality to frustrate Stuttgart over 90 minutes.

IG Ikechukwu Garba Handicap 1 (-1)odds 1.75 Pending

Stuttgart vs Cologne is a fixture where the difference in class should tell, and I expect the hosts to outplay their opponents on the scoreboard. Taking Stuttgart with a -1 handicap means banking on a win by at least two goals — at 1.75, that strikes me as the right read for this Bundesliga clash.

GM Godwin M. Under 2.5odds 2.98 Pending

Under 2.5 goals in the Stuttgart vs Cologne Bundesliga clash — that's the bet I'm taking.

MA Musa Ademola Corners: Team 2 over 4.5odds 2.38 Pending

Cologne to get more than 4 corners. That’s the bet I’m locking in — no doubt about it.

US Usman Salami Over 3.5odds 1.94 Pending

Stuttgart hosting Cologne in the Bundesliga — this matchup has the potential to turn into a goal fest. I'm taking over 3.5 goals at 1.94, as both sides are capable of pushing the tempo and finding the net. The price looks right for the kind of open game I expect.

JA John A. Result: 1odds 1.53 Pending
GB Gabriel Bankole Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 1.99 Pending

Stuttgart and Cologne meet in the Bundesliga, and I’m backing over 1.5 goals in the first half at 1.99. Stuttgart are coming off a rough patch and will be desperate to turn things around, pushing hard from the start.

Cologne won’t just sit back either—they’ll look to exploit any early nerves. Both sides have the attacking quality to make this happen, and the odds look solid for a fast, open start.

W wolfhawk Both teams to score — Noodds 2.52 Pending

Cologne are off to a strong start, while Stuttgart are struggling. That contrast points to a tight, low-scoring affair — likely 0-0 or a narrow win for one side. I'm backing both teams to fail to score at 2.52.

MO Michael Oyelaran Yellow cards: Over 3.5odds 1.92 Pending

Stuttgart and Cologne both defend with serious aggression, and that approach consistently leads to cards. Looking at the bookings in the Bundesliga, this match should easily surpass the 3.5 yellow card line at odds of 1.92.

EO Emmanuel Obi Yellow cards: Team 2 over 2.5odds 2.88 Pending

Cologne's defensive unit is in shambles, and that spells trouble in the form of reckless challenges. Their poor form at the back forces them into desperate fouls, making a high card count almost inevitable. That's why I'm taking over 2.5 yellow cards for the visitors at 2.88 — a price that feels generous given how often they'll be chasing the play.

OS Olusegun Salami Result: 1odds 1.53 Pending
WN Wale Nwachukwu Double chance: X2odds 2.62 Pending

Stuttgart may be the favorite on paper, but Cologne has a knack for keeping things tight in this matchup. I’m backing the visitors to avoid defeat here, as they’ve consistently shown they can grind out results on the road. The odds of 2.62 for a double chance on Cologne or a draw offer solid value given their defensive resilience and ability to snatch a point.

SA Suleiman Adewale Over 1.5 (2nd half)odds 1.60 Pending

When Stuttgart and Cologne meet, the goals historically come after the break. Their head‑to‑head record shows clear second‑half scoring trends, so I’m taking Over 1.5 goals in the second half at 1.60.

VL Victor Lamido Over 2.5 (2nd half)odds 2.81 Pending

The second half of Stuttgart vs Cologne in the Bundesliga is where the goals will flow. I'm backing Over 2.5 goals after the break at 2.81, with both sides expected to generate plenty of chances and turn this into an open, high‑scoring affair.

AW Anthony Waziri Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.46 Pending

Both Stuttgart and Cologne have shown an attacking style that regularly produces goals on both ends. Given the open nature of their approach, backing both teams to score looks like the smart call for this Bundesliga clash.

M mrking85 Over 1.5 (2nd half)odds 1.59 Pending
B bullpicks Over 2.5odds 1.35 Pending

This match is going to produce goals. I'm backing over 2.5 total.

EO Emmanuel Ogundipe Result: 1odds 1.53 Pending

Stuttgart takes this one. I'm backing the home side to win at 1.53 — no doubt about it.

SA Sunday Akintola Over 3.5odds 1.93 Pending

Stuttgart and Cologne are going to light up the scoreboard. I'm backing this match to fly well over the 3.5 goal line, and the 1.93 odds make it a sharp play. The attacking intent from both sides is too strong to ignore, and I don't see this one staying low-scoring.

BA Biodun Anyanwu Yellow cards: Over 3.5odds 1.86 Pending

When Stuttgart and Cologne meet, you can count on a proper scrap. These two are always hacking away at each other, so the referee's pocket gets a workout. Over 3.5 yellow cards at 1.86 is the play here.

UA Uche Abdullahi Double chance: X2odds 2.62 Lost

Stuttgart host Cologne in the Bundesliga, but the visitors have a real shot at leaving with something. I’m backing the double chance on Cologne or a draw at 2.62.

KM Kelechi M. Result: Xodds 5.00 Pending

The Stuttgart vs Cologne match in the Bundesliga is my next big play. I've been on an incredible run lately — a few picks landed perfectly and the profit was life-changing, far beyond what I earn at the factory. The pattern is clear, and I'm locking in the draw at 5.00. No doubts here.

S stat.hunter Result: 1odds 1.53 Pending

Stuttgart vs Cologne in the Bundesliga — I'm locking in the home win at 1.53. The reason is simple: I've been following a tipster who just hit exact-score bets on three straight matches, walking away with 657 in pure profit. A run like that deserves respect. I'm trusting that momentum here.

CO Chinedu Okoro Corners: Team 2 over 3.5odds 1.67 Pending

Stuttgart just got taken apart by Bayern — that was expected, but it still tells you something about where they are right now. Cologne, on the other hand, are no pushovers. I’m backing them to get at least 4 corners here.

KA Kayode Adebayo Under 3.5odds 1.89 Pending

Tomorrow’s Bundesliga meeting between Stuttgart and Cologne stays low-scoring. I’m backing Under 3.5 goals at 1.89 — there’s simply no way this match sees more than three.

KI Kingsley Ibe Over 4.5odds 2.98 Pending

Stuttgart and Cologne meet in the Bundesliga, and I expect this one to deliver goals. The total of 4.5 is priced at 2.98, and I’m backing the over — both sides have enough attacking quality to push the scoreline to five goals or more.

VT Victor Tanko Corners: Under 8.5odds 2.97 Pending

I’m backing Under 8.5 corners in this Stuttgart vs. Cologne match in the Bundesliga.

Corners tend to be hard to come by in Germany, and the line set here is extremely low. This game is heavily skewed toward the under, and I’m confident in that outcome.

JA John Adebayo Double chance: X2odds 2.53 Pending

Stuttgart take on Cologne in the Bundesliga, and I’m backing the visitors to avoid defeat. Cologne have started the season in strong form, which should be enough to earn at least a point on the road at a solid 2.53.

CS Collins Sowole Corners: Over 10.5odds 1.95 Pending

That corner line looks generously priced for a fixture between two sides that genuinely push forward. Both clubs are among the most active in the league when it comes to delivering from the flanks, and Cologne in particular has the tempo to drag the game into a rhythm where set pieces pile up.

Historical meetings back this up too — their direct clashes have regularly produced 12 or more corners. With both teams committed to attacking, going over 10.5 at 1.95 is the clear read.

FM Femi Mohammed Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.31 Pending

Stuttgart simply have to roll over Cologne and cover the -1.5 handicap in this Bundesliga clash. The price at 2.31 looks too generous for a mismatch that should be settled by a comfortable margin.

SA Samuel Abiodun Team 1 over 2.5odds 2.22 Pending

Stuttgart’s individual quality is a clear step above Cologne’s, and they’ll be fired up after that tough loss to Bayern. I’m backing the hosts to score at least three goals here.

DO David Oni Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.31 Pending

Stuttgart will win by at least two goals against Cologne today. That's why I'm backing the -1.5 handicap.

NA Nnamdi Adewale Double chance: X2odds 2.53 Pending

Stuttgart host a Cologne side that is in outstanding physical shape right now. That's why I'm backing the visitors to avoid defeat, with double chance X2 at 2.53.

SO Stanley Ojo Double chance: 1Xodds 1.18 Pending

Stuttgart shouldn't lose this Bundesliga clash against Cologne. I'm backing the double chance on the hosts — win or draw — at 1.18.

GN Godwin Nnaji Over 2.5 (2nd half)odds 2.85 Pending

Stuttgart against Cologne in the Bundesliga — I'm backing the second half to deliver over 2.5 goals. Both sides tend to raise their game after the break, and the odds of 2.85 offer real value for that scenario.

GO Gabriel Obi Corners: Over 6.5odds 1.05 Pending
SO Segun Okoro Result: 1odds 1.56 Pending

Stuttgart are clear favorites in this Bundesliga clash, and I don't see them struggling. I'm backing the hosts to get the job done and take all three points.

OK Olusegun Kalu Correct score 3:1odds 10.50 Pending

Stuttgart will beat Cologne 3-1 in this Bundesliga matchup. I'm backing that exact scoreline at 10.50 — a strong value call for a result that feels right.

SM Samuel Mohammed Yellow cards: Result: 1odds 2.55 Pending

After getting thrashed by Bayern in the opening round, Stuttgart will come out fired up. I expect them to pile on the yellow cards, so I'm backing the home side to win the booking count at 2.55.

UA Usman Adeyemi Yellow cards: Team 2 over 2.5odds 2.77 Pending

Stuttgart’s guests from Cologne are a noticeably rough side when playing away. They foul frequently on the road, and that tendency usually shows up on the referee’s card count. I’m confident they’ll pick up at least three yellow cards here, so backing Cologne over 2.5 cards at 2.77 looks like the right call.

SN Segun Nnaji Both teams to score — Noodds 2.55 Lost

Stuttgart and Cologne don't have a habit of trading goals in every meeting, so the "No" side of both-teams-to-score carries real value here. I'm taking that risk at 2.55.

JN John Nnaji Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.45 Pending
KB Kayode Bankole Corners: Over 11.5odds 2.50 Pending

This Bundesliga clash between Stuttgart and Cologne has all the makings of an open, high-tempo affair. I fully expect the corner count to exceed 11.5 — the match should be lively enough to deliver that and more.

AS Anthony Shehu Team 2 over 1.5odds 2.65 Pending

Cologne have been playing well regardless of their underdog status, and I expect them to score at least twice. Stuttgart’s defense is prone to conceding, so backing the visitors to net over 1.5 goals at 2.65 looks like a solid value bet.

EL Emmanuel Lawal Corners: Over 9.5odds 1.56 Pending

Stuttgart against Cologne in the Bundesliga – this fixture screams corners. Both teams are aggressive in attack and prone to conceding set pieces, so the total should easily surpass 9.5. At 1.56, that’s the angle I’m taking.

YO Yusuf Obi Over 6odds 8.10 Pending
YB Yemi Balogun Result: 2odds 5.40 Pending
MA Michael Akintola Team 2 over 1.5odds 2.65 Pending

Stuttgart's backline has been leaking goals with worrying regularity lately. That's why I'm backing Cologne to score at least twice here—the visitors have the attacking quality to exploit those gaps, and the odds at 2.65 offer solid value for a bet that aligns with the current defensive trend.

GA Godwin Adewale Over 3.5odds 1.96 Pending

Stuttgart vs Cologne in the Bundesliga today — I’m expecting a goal fest. The bet is on over 3.5 total goals, and with good reason: both sides have shown they can find the net, and this matchup has all the ingredients for an open, high-scoring affair. I’m backing the overs confidently.

YB Yusuf Balogun Team 2 over 1.5odds 2.65 Pending

Let’s be honest — the market is completely overestimating Stuttgart here. Cologne are playing their best football in a while, and I don’t see the hosts controlling this one. That’s why I’m backing the visitors to score at least twice.

At 2.65, the price is way too generous for a side this sharp going forward. Stuttgart will have their hands full, and I fully expect Cologne to make it count.

SO Sani Ogunleye Over 3.5odds 1.96 Pending

Stuttgart and Cologne look set for a goal-heavy Bundesliga clash. The visitors keep an attacking mindset even on the road, so they usually score a fair amount but also ship plenty at the other end. That pattern points to a high total, and I’m taking over 3.5 goals at 1.96.

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Stuttgart vs Cologne — odds

❓ Frequently asked questions

When and where will Stuttgart vs Cologne be played?

The Bundesliga match takes place on 4 September 2026 at 19:30 at the MHP Arena in Stuttgart.

What is the recommended bet for Stuttgart vs Cologne?

The main recommendation is a Stuttgart win at odds of 1.55. A bet on both teams to score at 1.53 is also suggested, given Stuttgart's home scoring record and Cologne's ability to find the net away.

Who is the favourite for the match?

Stuttgart are clear favourites. Their home form is strong, and Cologne have failed to win any of their last 13 away Bundesliga matches, making Stuttgart's victory the expected outcome.

How did both teams perform in their Bundesliga openers?

Stuttgart suffered a heavy 5-1 loss at Bayern Munich, while Cologne came from behind to beat Hoffenheim 3-2 at home. Both teams also won their DFB-Pokal matches earlier.

Which players are missing or doubtful for this game?

For Stuttgart, Assignon and Narti are injured, and Führich is doubtful. For Cologne, Sebulonsen and Waldschmidt are out, while new signings Moore and Sosa are unlikely to start.

Why does the preview expect a high-scoring game?

Stuttgart have failed to score in only one of their last ten home league games, and Cologne have scored in each of their last five away matches. Additionally, six of the last seven home meetings between these sides saw both teams score.