Red Star Belgrade v Stuttgart

This pivotal Round 5 Champions League clash pits Serbian league leaders Red Star Belgrade against German outfit Stuttgart, a side with aspirations of advancing to the knockout rounds. While Red Star have been dominant domestically, their European struggles continue. Meanwhile, Stuttgart are balancing their European ambitions with inconsistent domestic form.

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Red Star Belgrade have been a magnet for goals this season, with their matches averaging 3.7 goals per game in the Serbian Super Liga. While their domestic dominance accounts for much of this, their European performances have been marked by defensive frailties, possessing the UCL’s worst defence (conceding an average of 4 goals per game). 11 of their last 12 matches across all competitions have featured three or more goals, a testament to their leaky backline rather than offensive consistency.

Stuttgart’s matches have followed a similar script, with an impressive 3.6 goals per game domestically and over 2.5 goals landing in 72% of their Bundesliga fixtures. In Europe, however, their potency has been less pronounced. Nevertheless, Stuttgart goalkeeper, Alexander Nübel’s, record in European competitions is concerning - he has kept just two clean sheets in his last 17 appearances. With defensive woes on both sides and potent attackers on display, a high-scoring encounter feels inevitable.

👕 Red Star Belgrade v Stuttgart Predicted XI

🔍 Red Star Belgrade v Stuttgart Player to Watch

🔴 Bruno Duarte

The Brazilian forward returns to the lineup after a lengthy injury absence, and his presence will be vital for Red Star Belgrade. Before his injury, Duarte was a consistent threat in the final third, averaging 2.12 shots per game and hitting the target in 1.07 of those. With a proven ability to test goalkeepers, Duarte has managed at least one shot on target in four of his last five starts. Expect him to make his mark against Stuttgart as he regains his form.

⚪ Enzo Millot

Millot continues to dazzle for Stuttgart, emerging as a key creative and attacking force. The 22-year-old has almost doubled his Bundesliga shot attempts from last season, climbing from 1.26 to 2.18 per game. His European form is even more notable, with an average of three shots per game. With his confidence and attacking mindset, Millot is well-positioned to rack up multiple attempts in this fixture.

📂 Red Star Belgrade v Stuttgart Cheat Sheet

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💻 Red Star Belgrade v Stuttgart Form and Tactics

Domestically, Red Star Belgrade is a powerhouse, unbeaten in their league campaign with an impressive 13 wins out of 14 matches, including 12 consecutive victories. However, their European performances paint a starkly different picture. Sitting on the brink of elimination after four consecutive losses, they hold the dubious distinction of conceding the most goals (16) in this season’s group stage.

The Serbian side’s struggles in the UEFA Champions League aren’t new. In fact, their record in the modern format’s group stage is dismal, with just one draw and 13 defeats from their last 14 matches. Their 5-2 dismantling at the hands of Barcelona last time out underscores their inability to cope with Europe’s elite.

Stuttgart have had an uneven season, failing to replicate the form that earned them second place last season. However, their European aspirations remain alive. While they’ve managed just one win so far in the group stage, they hold historical success against Serbian teams, with a 2-0 victory over Partizan in 2008.

Sebastian Hoeneß’s side will look to capitalise on Red Star’s defensive vulnerabilities and secure a crucial three points to bolster their chances of progressing.

🏁 Red Star Belgrade v Stuttgart Ref Watch

• Referee: Erik Lambrechts
• Average Cards (Yellows/ Reds): (3.79/0.07)
• Fouls Given: 23.71
• Penalties: 0.36

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