VfB Stuttgart vs Celtic FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 February

Betiball's prediction for VfB Stuttgart vs Celtic FC on 26 February 2026 (kick-off: 13:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full VfB Stuttgart vs Celtic FC preview before placing your bet.

VfB Stuttgart vs Celtic FC: Starting Lineups Time : 26/02/2026 13:45

VfB Stuttgart
0 - 1
Finished
Celtic FC
85' event Bilal El Khannouss / Badredine Bouanani
77' event Deniz Undav Goal cancelled
72' event Ramon Hendriks / Luca Jaquez
64' event Ermedin Demirovic / Tiago Tomas
64' event Angelo Stiller / Chema Andres
46' event Chris Fuhrich / Jamie Leweling
event 78' Kelechi Iheanacho / Reo Hatate
event 68' Benjamin Nygren / Hyun-jun Yang
event 68' Sebastian Tounekti / Luke McCowan
event 55' Anthony Ralston / Colby Donovan
event 55' Tomas Cvancara / Chukwubuike Adamu
event 45' Colby Donovan
event 1' Luke McCowan
85' event Bilal El Khannouss / Badredine Bouanani
event 78' Kelechi Iheanacho / Reo Hatate
77' event Deniz Undav Goal cancelled
event 68' Benjamin Nygren / Hyun-jun Yang
72' event Ramon Hendriks / Luca Jaquez
event 68' Sebastian Tounekti / Luke McCowan
64' event Ermedin Demirovic / Tiago Tomas
event 55' Anthony Ralston / Colby Donovan
64' event Angelo Stiller / Chema Andres
event 55' Tomas Cvancara / Chukwubuike Adamu
46' event Chris Fuhrich / Jamie Leweling
event 45' Colby Donovan
event 1' Luke McCowan
VfB Stuttgart VfB Stuttgart
Substitutions
#9 Ermedin Demirovic
#6 Angelo Stiller
#10 Chris Fuhrich
#11 Bilal El Khannouss
#3 Ramon Hendriks
#2 Ameen Al Dakhil
#22 Lorenz Assignon
#1 Fabian Bredlow
#28 Nikolas Nartey
#44 Florian Hellstern
#35 Mirza Catovic
VfB Stuttgart VfB Stuttgart Celtic FC Celtic FC
24Shots4
8Shots on Goal2
6Fouls13
13Corner Kick7
13Free kick6
6Offside2
0Yellow card1
25Aerial37
1Save6
5Successful Tackles10
9Interceptions9
43Long pass25
0Assist1
8Successful center1
6Shots off goal1
11Head Success20
10Blocked1
5Tackle9
11Dribbles5
16Throw-in11
600Passes312
150Attacks57
77Dangerous attacks24
4Corner Kicks(HT)5
4BigChances1
4BigChancesMissed0
15ShotsInsideBox2
9ShotsOutsideBox1
43DuelsWon46
1.91ExpectedGoals0.3
49Touches In Opposition Box14
32AccurateCrosses14
32GroundDuelsWon26
11AerialDuelsWon20
16Clearances42
Celtic FC Celtic FC
Substitutions
#11 Tomas Cvancara
#17 Kelechi Iheanacho
#8 Benjamin Nygren
#23 Sebastian Tounekti
#56 Anthony Ralston
#1 Kasper Schmeichel
#5 Liam Scales
#28 Paulo Bernardo
#63 Kieran Tierney
#49 James Forrest
#50 Sean Mcardle
#52 Thomas Hatton
Commentary
85' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Bilal El Khannouss / Badredine Bouanani
78' Celtic FC — substitution: Kelechi Iheanacho / Reo Hatate
77' VAR review - VfB Stuttgart
72' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Ramon Hendriks / Luca Jaquez
68' Celtic FC — substitution: Benjamin Nygren / Hyun-jun Yang
68' Celtic FC — substitution: Sebastian Tounekti / Luke McCowan
64' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Ermedin Demirovic / Tiago Tomas
64' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Angelo Stiller / Chema Andres
55' Celtic FC — substitution: Anthony Ralston / Colby Donovan
55' Celtic FC — substitution: Tomas Cvancara / Chukwubuike Adamu
46' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Chris Fuhrich / Jamie Leweling
45' Colby Donovan - Celtic FC receive a yellow card
1' Goal! Luke McCowan - Celtic FC

How We Build the VfB Stuttgart vs Celtic FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for VfB Stuttgart vs Celtic FC on 26 February 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

VfB Stuttgart vs Celtic FC Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess VfB Stuttgart's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Celtic FC's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where VfB Stuttgart and Celtic FC sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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