Bayer Leverkusen and VfB Stuttgart, the top two teams in the Bundesliga last season, will clash in the 2024 DFL Supercup this Saturday. Both teams will be eager to kick off the new season with a trophy. Who will come out on top? Our DFL-Supercup 2024 betting predictions guide previews this contest.
Leverkusen’s home double secured them an easy spot in the German Supercup 2024 easily. Stuttgart finished second in the Bundesliga last season, and Bayer 04 win in the DFB-Pokal 23/24 gave them an early chance for a trophy.
| ℹ️ Tournament: | 22024 DFL-Supercup (German Supercup) |
| ⚽️ Venue: | BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany |
| 🗓️ Date: | 17 August 2024 |
| 🕐 Time: | 18:30 GMT on Saturday |
Leverkusen has 2024 German Super Cup odds of 1.83 (4/5) to win the game. The best 2024 football sportsbooks have priced Stuttgart at 4.00 (3/1) odds for a victory. Leverkusen vs Stuttgart odds for a draw stands at 3.90 (26/9).
Stuttgart hasn’t won against Leverkusen since April 2018, and their encounters since then have yielded only four draws. Both teams drew their Bundesliga matches last season, but Leverkusen defeated Stuggart in the DFB Pokal earlier this year.
Leverkusen has been undefeated against German opposition since May 27, 2023. Their historic 2023/24 Bundesliga campaign culminated in their first-ever league title and DFB Cup victory. They’ve gone 40 domestic games without a loss, winning 34 times. Given their strong displays last season, numerous Bundesliga 24/25 predictions expect them to clinch another title.
Xabi Alonso’s squad will be eager to claim their first trophy of the new season at the BayArena. The signings of Martin Terrier, Jeanuël Belocian, and Aleix García have strengthened them. The Die Werkself has had a mixed preseason with one win, two draws, and a 4-1 loss to Arsenal at the Emirates.
Leverkusen is expected to field its strongest lineup, with key players like Xhaka, Boniface, and Florian Wirtz all fit. Marsenic will miss this game due to injury. Kossounou is also unavailable due to suspension.
Stuttgart emerged as Leverkusen’s closest challenger last season, surpassing even Bayern Munich with a 73-point tally. Despite being underestimated at the season’s start, they defied expectations, securing 23 wins, four draws, and seven losses. Despite not beating Leverkusen last season, Stuttgart held them to two draws in the league. They suffered just one defeat in three encounters against B04 last season. Given their performances last season, they have better Bundesliga football odds this season for an outright win. But seeing Stuggart as a title challenger this season still looks like a fantastic outcome.
The Die Roten will be eager to exact revenge. However, they must do it at Leverkusen’s stadium on Saturday. Stuttgart has permanently signed the deal for Deniz Undav from Brighton for about €26m. They’ve also acquired the services of Jamie Leweling and Ermedin Demirovic. Their pre-season form has been impressive. They remain unbeaten in six friendlies. They enjoyed five victories and a draw, including a 3-1 triumph over Athletic Club last Saturday.
Sebastian Hoeneß will have a full-strength squad available with no significant injury concerns. After his stint with Germany at the Euros, Maximilian Mittelstädt is back in the lineup.
Here are our Leverkusen vs Stuttgart betting predictions:
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Leverkusen showcased remarkable form last season, remaining unbeaten in 40 domestic matches. However, coach Xabi Alonso is not dwelling on past achievements, emphasizing that “the past doesn’t win you games” after a 4-1 pre-season loss to Arsenal. Alonso, who previously won the Supercup as a player with Bayern in 2016, will be eager to lift it as a coach. Leverkusen have dominated Stuttgart in recent encounters, staying unbeaten in 12 meetings, with eight wins and four draws. Playing before their home fans strengthens their position as favorites in this clash. Many Leverkusen vs Stuttgart predictions guide expect Bayer 04 to win this clash, especially after they saved all their key players.
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Both teams showcased their attacking prowess last season, netting over 75 goals. This makes them the second and third highest-scoring sides behind Bayern Munich in the previous campaign. Their strong attacking abilities suggest a potential for a high-scoring match this weekend. Leverkusen’s Boniface, Wirtz, and Grimaldo all hit double figures in the league. Also, Stuttgart’s Undav was the second top scorer in the team, with 18 goals and 10 assists in 30 games. Historically, five of their last eight encounters have produced over 3.5 goals, further indicating the potential for another goal-filled clash. So, for this game, we expect the total goals to exceed 3.5 as the teams look ready for the new season.
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Boniface is a physically imposing center forward with a potent combination of strength, aerial ability, and exceptional dribbling. His ambidexterity and intelligent movement make him a formidable attacking threat for Leverkusen. In his debut season, the Nigerian scored 14 goals for Leverkusen despite being injured for a large part of the season. His pace and power will undoubtedly challenge Stuttgart’s defense. Supported by the creativity of Wirtz and Adli, Boniface could score a goal in this encounter.
Here are our Leverkusen vs Stuttgart German Super Cup 2024 tips:
Leverkusen’s historic double last season positions them as solid favorites to clinch the German Supercup 2024 in front of their home crowd this weekend. Use our Leverkusen vs Stuttgart betting tips to stake and win extra cash.
