Prediction RB Leipzig vs VfB Stuttgart Season 2024/2025 – Betting Tips for Bundesliga on May 17, 2025

As the Bundesliga season draws to a thrilling close, all eyes will be on the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig this coming Saturday as RB Leipzig takes on VfB Stuttgart in a pivotal match that could influence positions in the league standings. The home side, Leipzig, is currently sitting in 7th place with 51 points, while Stuttgart occupies the 9th spot with 47 points.

RB Leipzig: Looking to Claim Victory

RB Leipzig comes into this fixture after a series of mixed results, with their last five games showing two draws, two losses, and a single victory. Despite these results, Leipzig has had a decent offensive showing across the season, scoring a total of 51 goals while conceding 45. The aggregate number reveals their potential for excitement – they are no strangers to high-scoring encounters. In particular, they have a 58.82% chance of both teams scoring at home, and they're looking to make the most of their home advantage against Stuttgart.

The previous match against Werder Bremen ended in a disappointing 0-0 draw, a result that both players and fans will want to rectify. Coach Marco Rose will be keen for his squad to recapture their fiery attacking style, especially with their knack for delivering thrilling matches at home, where they've garnered 31 goals this season alone.

VfB Stuttgart: Riding High on Recent Success

VfB Stuttgart, meanwhile, is in relatively buoyant spirits after a phenomenal 4-0 victory over FC Augsburg in their last outing. This recent triumph was their second win in three matches and reflects a squad that is beginning to find form at the right time. They’ve scored a remarkable 61 goals this season, with a notably strong away record of 26 goals scored. Stuttgart's attacking line is brimming with confidence and is poised to continue their goal-scoring prowess.

Although they sit just below Leipzig in the league standings, Stuttgart's recent performances suggest they could spring a surprise on the road. Their matches tend to see more goals, as suggested by a staggering 69.7% rate of games that result in over 2.5 goals.

Head-to-Head and Betting Insights

The two teams recently faced off in the DFB Pokal semi-finals, with Stuttgart emerging victorious 3-1. The psychological edge from this previous fixture could provide Stuttgart with the confidence they need. However, this match presents Leipzig with the perfect opportunity for redemption, and home advantage historically favors them.

According to the current odds, Leipzig is positioned as favorites with a 50% win probability and odds of 2.00, while Stuttgart holds a 31.25% chance to win with odds at 3.20.

Betting Suggestion

Given the stats and recent form of both teams, a solid bet could be on "Both Teams to Score" (BTTS) as both teams have showcased their attacking capabilities. With Leipzig's high-scoring history at home and Stuttgart's attacking form, it's likely to be a thrilling encounter with plenty of action.