Juventus vs Stuttgart lineups,live stream and predictions

VfB Stuttgart in a pivotal UEFA Champions League clash. This match presents an opportunity for both teams to solidify their positions within the group stage. Juventus enters the contest with a robust performance record under new manager Thiago Motta, remaining unbeaten since his appointment . Conversely, Stuttgart is seeking redemption following a heavy defeat to Bayern Munich and has struggled defensively this season as evidenced by their mid-table position in the Bundesliga.

PSV and followed it with a narrow 3-2 win over RB Leipzig despite. They come into this match full of confidence after beating Lazio 1-0 in the Serie A on the weekend.

VfB Stuttgart, on the other hand, have not started their Champions League on the brightest of notes, only earning one point so far in two games. They suffered another body blow as they went down 0-4 to Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga on Saturday.

There have been a couple of Coppa Italia triumphs in that time, but that is not enough to sate the appetite of a club whose motto translates as: “winning is not important, it’s the only thing that counts”.

It remains to be seen whether Juventus will be able to better the likes of Napoli and Inter in Serie A or duke it out with the big boys in the Champions League, but the early signs from Thiago Motta’s tenure are broadly positive.

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Juventus possible starting lineup: Perin; Savona, Kalulu, Gatti, Cabal; Locatelli, Fagioli; Cambiaso, Yildiz, Mbangoula; Vlahovic

Stuttgart possible starting lineup: Nubel; Stenzel, Rouault, Chabot, Mittelstadt; Karazor, Stiller; Millot, Undav, Leweling; Demirovic

Juventus have been excellent at home this season and have routinely kept clean sheets while getting results. They should comfortably see off Stuttgart while never really getting out of second gear.

The anticipated lineups reflect the challenges faced by both squads. Juventus is expected to field Mattia Perin in goal due to Michele Di Gregorio's suspension, alongside defenders Cambiaso, Gatti, Kalulu, and Cabal . Midfielders Locatelli and Luiz will support attackers Conceicao, Vlahovic, and Yildiz. Stuttgart's offensive hopes rest on Enzo Millot as they navigate significant injury woes among key players .

Predictions for this encounter lean heavily towards Juventus given their recent form and tactical discipline under Motta. The home advantage coupled with Stuttgart's defensive frailties suggests that Juventus could secure another victory . However, football often yields surprises; thus, while Juventus may be favored to win comfortably, it remains crucial for them to maintain focus against a desperate opponent aiming for its first points of the Champions League season.

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Sarah H

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