Basel vs Stuttgart Predictions

• BTTS have four out of five Basel’s games
• All four of Stuttgart’s away matched have ended with both teams scoring
• Both teams scored in both of their opening round matches

BTTS the Play as Basel Look to Frustrate Bundesliga Side

FC Basel face German side Stuttgart in this Europa League tie. Basel have already come up against Bundesliga opposition, losing 2-1 to Freiburg in the first round of matches — a side that Stuttgart themselves were beaten by in league action earlier in September. Despite the defeat, Basel were competitive away from home, and the expectation is that they will again put in a strong showing here.

Goals are a common feature in Basel’s matches, with both teams scoring in four of their last five. It’s three from five for Stuttgart, but notably all four of their away games this season have seen both teams find the net.

Stuttgart are favourites for this contest, which is no surprise given the general strength of German sides compared to their Swiss counterparts. However, Basel have shown they can compete with stronger opposition, and having already gone close against Freiburg, they should be capable of making life difficult for Stuttgart in front of their home crowd.

The best angle here looks to be both teams to score, with both sides seeing a high percentage of their matches end with goals at both ends, and another competitive encounter expected.

Stuttgart appear a tad short based on current form, and there could be value in backing a 1-1 draw.