At the MHPArena on 11 December 2025, Stuttgart return to Europa League action aiming to respond positively after their heavy Bundesliga defeat to Bayern Munich. Despite the scoreline, Stuttgart’s overall form remains strong, and their performance against Bayern suggested far more competitiveness than the result indicated. They have been reliable across competitions this season and now welcome a Maccabi Tel Aviv side that has struggled deeply throughout the group stage.
Prediction Overview: BTTS – Yes
Although Stuttgart are clear favourites and the gap in quality is substantial, the match scenario offers credible pathways for both teams to score. Stuttgart’s attacking structure consistently produces chances, especially at home, while Maccabi’s recent away effort against Aston Villa showed they can compete more respectably than earlier group-stage results suggest. With Stuttgart expected to push aggressively from the start, spaces may open for isolated Maccabi opportunities.
Stuttgart’s Drive to Rebound
Stuttgart approach this contest eager to restore momentum and reaffirm the progress they have made under Sebastian Hoeness. Their attacking game has been one of the most dynamic in the Bundesliga, and even in the defeat to Bayern they maintained phases of strong possession and chance creation. At home they typically impose tempo early, and with advancement in the Europa League at stake, urgency and intensity should be high. Their main vulnerability lies in occasional defensive openness, particularly when pressing high.
Maccabi’s Limited but Not Hopeless Outlook
Maccabi Tel Aviv enter the match with only one point and four losses, already eliminated from contention. The class gap is clear, yet their more composed performance in the difficult trip to Aston Villa hinted that they can raise their level in challenging environments. While they struggle to sustain pressure, they retain enough individual quality to exploit transitional moments if Stuttgart leave space. Their aim will be to stay organised and wait for rare but possible chances.
