Stuttgart aims to secure a league double over Augsburg as they travel to the WWK Arena on May 10, 2024, seeking to capitalise on their impressive form following a 3-1 victory over Bayern Munich.
The hosts, however, are grappling with inconsistency as their top-seven hopes have taken a hit due to a series of recent losses.
Augsburg Team News and Predicted Lineup
Unavailable Players
Raphael Framberger, Robert Gumny (knee) Elvis Rexhbecaj, Finn Dahmen (ankle) Fredrik Jensen (calf) and Reece Oxford (illness) are all out and unavailable for the match.
Iago (foot) is currently doubtful but not completely ruled out. However, Kristijan Jakic is back after a suspension and will be in contention for a midfield spot.
Expected Lineup (4-3-1-2)
GK: Tomas Koubek
DEF: Kevin Mbabu, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, Felix Uduokhai, Mads Pedersen
MID: Arne Engels, Kristijan Jakic, Arne Maier
CAM: Ruben Vargas
FOR: Phillip Tietz, Ermedin Demirovic
Stuttgart Team News and Predicted Lineup
Unavailable Players
Nikolas Nartey (knee), Josha Vagnoman (metatarsal), Dan-Axel Zagadou (knee) are all out and unavailable for the match.
Roberto Massimo (muscle issue) is currently doubtful but not completely ruled out.
However, Maximilian Mittelstadt and Enzo Millot are available after suspension.
Expected Lineup (4-4-2)
GK: Alexander Nübel
DEF: Leonidas Stergiou, Waldemar Anton, Anthony Rouault, Maximilian Mittelstadt
MID: Jamie Leweling, Atakan Karazor, Angelo Stiller, Chris Führich
FOR: Deniz Undav, Serhou Guirassy
Match Preview
Stuttgart’s Hunting Second Place
Stuttgart’s exceptional season has been a stark contrast to their relegation battle last year.
Sebastian Hoeness’s men have already secured a Champions League spot and are aiming for a second-place finish by surpassing Bayern Munich.
Their striking duo of Deniz Undav and Serhou Guirassy, with a combined 43 goals, will look to exploit Augsburg’s recent defensive frailties.
Augsburg’s Mid-Table Form
Augsburg, who were once eyeing a top-six finish, have slid down to ninth…
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Publish date : 2024-05-10 06:45:00
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