VfB Stuttgart vs Union Berlin: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Betiball's prediction for VfB Stuttgart vs Union Berlin on 18 January 2026 (kick-off: 10:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full VfB Stuttgart vs Union Berlin preview before placing your bet.

VfB Stuttgart vs Union Berlin: Starting Lineups Time : 18/01/2026 10:30

VfB Stuttgart
1 - 1
Finished
Union Berlin
90' event Chema Andres / Angelo Stiller
90' event Lorenz Assignon / Ramon Hendriks
90' event Jeremy Arevalo / Josha Vagnoman
76' event Finn Jeltsch / Chris Fuhrich
75' event Ermedin Demirovic / Nikolas Nartey
59' event Chris Fuhrich
41' event Josha Vagnoman
event 90+1' Oliver Burke / Andrej Ilic
event 83' Woo-Yeong Jeong
event 75' Woo-Yeong Jeong / Andras Schafer
event 69' Ilyas Ansah / Livan Burcu
event 69' Stanley NSoki / Josip Juranovic
event 1' Livan Burcu
90' event Chema Andres / Angelo Stiller
event 90+1' Oliver Burke / Andrej Ilic
90' event Lorenz Assignon / Ramon Hendriks
event 83' Woo-Yeong Jeong
90' event Jeremy Arevalo / Josha Vagnoman
event 75' Woo-Yeong Jeong / Andras Schafer
76' event Finn Jeltsch / Chris Fuhrich
event 69' Ilyas Ansah / Livan Burcu
75' event Ermedin Demirovic / Nikolas Nartey
event 69' Stanley NSoki / Josip Juranovic
59' event Chris Fuhrich
event 1' Livan Burcu
41' event Josha Vagnoman
VfB Stuttgart VfB Stuttgart
Substitutions
#9 Ermedin Demirovic
#22 Lorenz Assignon
#29 Finn Jeltsch
#30 Chema Andres
#25 Jeremy Arevalo
#2 Ameen Al Dakhil
#27 Badredine Bouanani
#15 Pascal Stenzel
#1 Fabian Bredlow
VfB Stuttgart VfB Stuttgart Union Berlin Union Berlin
13Shots20
4Shots on Goal3
6Fouls11
3Corner Kick8
11Free kick6
1Yellow card1
38Aerial52
2Save2
17Successful Tackles18
4Interceptions11
27Long pass36
1Assist1
2Successful center7
5Substitution4
7Shots off goal7
0Hit The Post1
29Head Success16
2Blocked10
11Tackle10
3Dribbles5
13Throw-in22
512Passes373
99Attacks112
39Dangerous attacks56
2Corner Kicks(HT)5
4BigChances2
4BigChancesMissed2
9ShotsInsideBox17
4ShotsOutsideBox3
59DuelsWon45
2.11ExpectedGoals1.71
2.06xGOpenPlay1.04
2.11xGNonPenalty1.71
1.06xGOT0.92
18Touches In Opposition Box32
11AccurateCrosses21
30GroundDuelsWon29
29AerialDuelsWon16
40Clearances12
Union Berlin Union Berlin
Substitutions
#34 Stanley NSoki
#10 Ilyas Ansah
#7 Oliver Burke
#11 Woo-Yeong Jeong
#28 Christopher Trimmel
#27 Marin Ljubicic
#33 Alex Kral
#31 Matheo Raab
#17 David Preu
Commentary
90+1' Union Berlin — substitution: Oliver Burke / Andrej Ilic
90' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Chema Andres / Angelo Stiller
90' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Lorenz Assignon / Ramon Hendriks
90' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Jeremy Arevalo / Josha Vagnoman
83' Goal! Woo-Yeong Jeong - Union Berlin
76' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Finn Jeltsch / Chris Fuhrich
75' VfB Stuttgart — substitution: Ermedin Demirovic / Nikolas Nartey
75' Union Berlin — substitution: Woo-Yeong Jeong / Andras Schafer
69' Union Berlin — substitution: Ilyas Ansah / Livan Burcu
69' Union Berlin — substitution: Stanley NSoki / Josip Juranovic
59' Goal! Chris Fuhrich - VfB Stuttgart
41' Josha Vagnoman - VfB Stuttgart receive a yellow card
1' Livan Burcu - Union Berlin receive a yellow card

How We Build the VfB Stuttgart vs Union Berlin Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for VfB Stuttgart vs Union Berlin on 18 January 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 Union Berlin 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 Union Berlin'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 Union Berlin sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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