VfB Stuttgart in front of a crucial Champions League duel against YB!

VfB Stuttgart in front of a crucial Champions League duel against YB!

On December 11, 2024, the Champions League duel between VfB Stuttgart and the Young Boys from Bern is pending. This game could be crucial for the hosts, since only one victory counts to keep the chances of progressing. Loud Base Stuttgart is considered the clear favorite, while the Young Boys are still waiting for their first point in the current Champions League season. The champions from Switzerland haven't won once after five games and are at the bottom of the table with a devastating goal difference.

Current form and personnel problems

VfB Stuttgart come into this game after a motivating 3-2 win against Union Berlin, but are struggling with injury absences. Coach Sebastian Hoeneß has to do without several key players, including Nick Woltemade and other offensive players, which means the personnel situation remains tense. The VAVEL reports that the guests also fight with numerous absences, which exacerbates their already challenging situation. Despite a weak season in the Champions League, the reigning master of Switzerland hopes to turn the leaf in the duel against Stuttgart.

Statistically speaking, the Young Boys were hardly convincing in the last Champions League season and have not won away from home in this competition since 1960. Only one win has been achieved in the last 13 matches in the premier class. For Stuttgart, the game is a chance to achieve a long-missed home win in the Champions League. The final chance to collect points to get out of the group is approaching as Stuttgart look to distance themselves from the relegation places.