Juventus will be aiming to build on their recent 1-0 win over Lazio as they host Stuttgart in the Champions League Round 3. The Bianconeri have been perfect in the competition so far, winning both of their opening games, and they will be determined to keep their 100% record intact. Dusan Vlahovic is expected to lead the attack once again, despite not scoring in the win against Lazio. However, Juventus will have to do without goalkeeper Di Gregorio, who is suspended for this fixture, along with several other key players who remain sidelined due to injuries.
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Stuttgart, on the other hand, have struggled defensively, as evidenced by their 4-0 loss to Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga. Despite dominating possession, they could only manage a 1-1 draw against Sparta Prague in their last European outing. With a number of players still recovering from injuries, including Diehl, Fuhrich, Nartey, Raimund, Zagadou, and Stergiou, Stuttgart face a tough challenge against a well-organized Juventus side. The match is set to take place on October 22, 2024, at 20:00.
Juventus vs VfB Stuttgart: Important H2H Stats
As Juventus get set to host VfB Stuttgart at the Allianz Stadium, here are the key head-to-head (H2H) stats and performance insights ahead of this Champions League clash:
- Key Players:
- Juventus: Dusan Vlahovic will be crucial for Juventus as he leads the attack, contributing 1 assist this season. His creativity and ability to break through Stuttgart’s defense will be vital.
- VfB Stuttgart: Enzo Millot is Stuttgart’s top scorer with 1 goal this season, and he will need to be at his best if the German side is to trouble Juventus’ defense.
- Disciplinary Concerns:
- Juventus: Francisco Conceição has been booked 1 time this season, and he will need to keep his discipline in check, especially if the match gets physical.
- VfB Stuttgart: Maximilian Mittelstädt also has 1 yellow card, making him a player who needs to stay cautious and avoid unnecessary fouls.
- Scoring and Conceding Patterns:
- Juventus: The Italian giants are most effective in the 15-30 minute range, scoring 33.3% of their goals during this period. A strong start could help them seize control early.
- VfB Stuttgart: Stuttgart have shown vulnerability early in matches, conceding 50% of their goals in the 0-15 minute range. If they don’t tighten up defensively, Juventus could exploit this weakness.
- Possession and Corners:
- Possession Stats: Stuttgart dominate possession, with an average of 65.00%, compared to Juventus’ 50.00%. While this indicates Stuttgart’s ability to control the ball, they will need to translate this possession into goals.
- Corners: Stuttgart also have a significant edge in generating set-piece opportunities, averaging 8.00 corners per match, while Juventus only manage 2.00. This suggests that Stuttgart could threaten from set pieces if they can capitalize on their corner opportunities.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS) Stats: Both Juventus and Stuttgart have seen BTTS in 100% of their matches this season, indicating a strong likelihood that both teams will find the back of the net in this clash.
These H2H stats suggest that Juventus’ ability to start strong and capitalize on early opportunities could set the tone. Stuttgart’s impressive possession stats won’t mean much unless they can maintain defensive discipline, especially in the opening stages, to avoid falling behind quickly.
Juventus Vs VfB Stuttgart Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Juventus | VfB Stuttgart |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 2 | 0 |
| Home Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Away Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Total Draws | 0 | 1 |
| Home Draws | 0 | 1 |
| Away Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Total Lost | 0 | 1 |
| Home Losses | 0 | 0 |
| Away Losses | 0 | 1 |
| Total Goals For | 6 | 2 |
| Home Goals For | 3 | 1 |
| Away Goals For | 3 | 1 |
| Total Goals Against | 3 | 4 |
| Home Goals Against | 1 | 1 |
| Away Goals Against | 2 | 3 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 0 | 0 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 0 | 0 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 0 | 0 |
| Total Failed To Score | 0 | 0 |
| Home Failed To Score | 0 | 0 |
| Away Failed To Score | 0 | 0 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 3 | 1 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 3 | 1 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 3 | 1 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 1.5 | 2 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 1 | 1 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 2 | 3 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 36m | 38m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 21m | 7m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 50m | 68m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 60m | 39m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 30m | 46m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 90m | 32m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Juventus | VfB Stuttgart |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 0 (0%) | 1 (50%) |
| 15-30 | 2 (33.3%) | 0 (0%) |
| 30-45 | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| 45-60 | 2 (33.3%) | 0 (0%) |
| 60-75 | 1 (16.7%) | 1 (50%) |
| 75-90 | 1 (16.7%) | 0 (0%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Juventus | VfB Stuttgart |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| 15-30 | 1 (33.3%) | 0 (0%) |
| 30-45 | 0 (0%) | 1 (25%) |
| 45-60 | 0 (0%) | 1 (25%) |
| 60-75 | 1 (33.3%) | 0 (0%) |
| 75-90 | 1 (33.3%) | 2 (50%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Juventus | VfB Stuttgart |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 164 | 226 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 77 | 133 |
| Av Possession Percent | 50.00 | 65.00 |
| Fouls | 21 | 18 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 10.50 | 9.00 |
| Offside | 4 | 7 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Shots Blocked | 5 | 9 |
| Shots Off Target | 17 | 24 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 8.50 | 12.00 |
| Shots On Target | 11 | 17 |
| Av Shots On Target | 5.50 | 8.50 |
| Total Corners | 4 | 16 |
| Av Corners | 2.00 | 8.00 |
| BTTS | 100 | 100 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.93 | 6.95 |
| Tackles | 38 | 30 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Juventus | VfB Stuttgart | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Over 1.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Over 2.5 | 100 | 100 | 0 | 100 |
| Over 3.5 | 100 | 100 | 0 | 100 |
| Over 4.5 | 0 | 100 | 0 | 0 |
| Over 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 1.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 2.5 | 0 | 0 | 100 | 0 |
| Under 3.5 | 0 | 0 | 100 | 0 |
| Under 4.5 | 100 | 0 | 100 | 100 |
| Under 5.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Juventus vs VfB Stuttgart Prediction
Based on the current form and key stats, Juventus head into this match as the favorites, especially with the advantage of playing at the Allianz Stadium. The Bianconeri have been solid in the Champions League so far, and they will be keen to maintain their 100% record in the competition. Dusan Vlahovic, despite not scoring in the recent win over Lazio, remains a crucial figure in their attack and will be looking to make an impact against Stuttgart. Juventus’ tendency to score early (33.3% of their goals between 15-30 minutes) could set the tone for the match.
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VfB Stuttgart, on the other hand, have shown defensive weaknesses, particularly at the start of games (50% of their goals conceded in the first 15 minutes). While they have strong possession stats (65.00% average), their inability to convert this control into wins, especially in tougher matches, could be their undoing. Furthermore, their recent 4-0 loss to Bayern Munich highlights defensive vulnerabilities that Juventus will be eager to exploit.
Given Juventus’ home advantage, defensive organization, and Stuttgart’s recent struggles, a home win appears to be the most likely outcome. However, with both teams having seen BTTS in 100% of their matches this season, Stuttgart could find the net, especially if they utilize their set-piece opportunities effectively.
Predicted Scoreline: Juventus 2-1 VfB Stuttgart
Expect Juventus to start strong and look to seize control early, with Vlahovic playing a key role in their attack. Stuttgart might pose a threat, particularly from set pieces, but their defensive lapses could prove costly. Juventus’ overall quality and ability to manage games should see them through to another important victory.