Stuttgart host FC Koln in the Bundesliga on 4 September. The two clubs have met 100 times previously, with FC Koln holding a narrow lead in wins with 37 to Stuttgart's 36.
Stuttgart have won one and lost two of their last three matches, scoring five goals and conceding eight. Their recent results include a 1-5 away loss to Bayern Munchen, a 4-0 away win against Hansa Rostock, and another 0-3 away loss to Bayern Munchen. FC Koln have a slightly better recent record with two wins and one loss, scoring six goals and conceding eight. They won 3-2 at home to Hoffenheim, won 2-1 away at Wurzburger Kickers, and lost 1-5 away at Bayern Munchen. Stuttgart are managed by Sebastian Hoeness and have a squad market value of EUR 433.95 million, while FC Koln are managed by Rene Wagner with a squad market value of EUR 137.9 million. Stuttgart have seven players out with injuries: J. Arevalo (Back Injury), J. Diehl (Muscle Injury), L. Jaquez (Muscle Injury), N. Nartey (Injury), D. Seimen (Thigh Injury), T. Tomas (Muscle Injury), and D. Zagadou (Muscle Injury). FC Koln are without T. Dallinga (Illness), T. Hubers (Knee Injury), and L. Waldschmidt (Muscle Injury), while S. El Mala (Illness) and S. Sebulonsen (Muscle Injury) are doubtful.
| Metric | Stuttgart | FC Koln |
|---|---|---|
| Recent form | 1W 0D 2L | 2W 0D 1L |
| Squad market value | EUR 433.95m | EUR 137.9m |
| Previous meetings (100, 27 draws) | 36 wins | 37 wins |
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