1899 Hoffenheim vs VfB Stuttgart - Predictions, Stats & Odds
Bundesliga Statistics, AI predictions, (Expected) Lineups and Insights for Gameweek 32
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Game Review
In an exhilarating Bundesliga clash, 1899 Hoffenheim and VfB Stuttgart played out a thrilling 3-3 draw on Saturday, 2 May 2026. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess and resilience. The result, while perhaps unexpected given Stuttgart's recent form, highlighted the competitive nature of the Bundesliga as both sides battled for crucial points. The game began with Hoffenheim taking an early lead through Andrej Kramarić (GAP +1.6%), who found the net in the 7th minute. Bazoumana Touré (GAP +0.9%) doubled Hoffenheim's advantage in the 23rd minute, setting the tone for what seemed like a dominant performance. However, Stuttgart responded quickly, with Chris Führich (GAP +0.4%) pulling one back in the 20th minute, keeping the visitors in contention. The second half saw Kramarić score again in the 49th minute, extending Hoffenheim's lead to 3-1. Despite this setback, Stuttgart showed remarkable resilience. Ermedin Demirović, who came on as a substitute, scored in the 64th minute to reduce the deficit. The game took a dramatic turn when Atakan Karazor (GAP +2.4%) received a red card in the 69th minute, leaving Stuttgart with ten men. Yet, they managed to equalize in the dying moments of the match, with Tiago Tomás scoring in the 90th minute to secure a point for Stuttgart. Tactically, Hoffenheim's manager made no changes to the starting lineup from their previous match, while Stuttgart's head coach introduced four new players into the starting eleven, including Josha Vagnoman (GAP +0.1%) and Julian Chabot (GAP +3.1%). These changes were part of a strategic rotation, although specific reasons for each change were not disclosed. The draw leaves Hoffenheim and Stuttgart in a tight race for mid-table positions, with both teams eager to finish the season strongly. Hoffenheim, having shown attacking flair, will be looking to tighten their defense in upcoming matches. Stuttgart, on the other hand, will take heart from their fighting spirit, especially after playing with ten men for a significant portion of the second half. This result keeps both teams in the mix for a respectable finish in the Bundesliga, with only a few games left in the season. The thrilling encounter will be remembered for its dramatic moments and the determination shown by both sides.
Lineups
1899 Hoffenheim
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Substitutes
| 81' | Max Moerstedtfor Tim Lemperle |
| 90' | Alexander Prassfor Fisnik Asllani |
| 90' | Kevin Akpogumafor Wouter Burger |
| 90' | Muhammed Damarfor Andrej Kramarić |
VfB Stuttgart
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Substitutes
| 55' | Ermedin Demirovićfor Josha Vagnoman |
| 55' | Maximilian Mittelstädtfor Julian Chabot |
| 76' | Lorenz Assignonfor Bilal El Khannous |
| 86' | Tiago Tomásfor Jamie Leweling |
League Table after the game
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
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| 5 | VfB Stuttgart | 32 | 17 | 7 | 8 | 66 | 46 | +20 | 58 | L W L D D |
| 6 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 32 | 17 | 7 | 8 | 64 | 48 | +16 | 58 | L D W W D |
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Gameweek 32
What is GAP?
What is Plus Minus Goals (G±)?
Plus Minus Goals (G±) is the average goal difference per game while the player was on the pitch. A value above 0 indicates that the team rather wins, a value below 0 means his team concedes more goals than they score when the player is on the pitch. As an example, if the player's team is winning 3:1 the goal difference is +2, if the player's team is loosing 0:1, the goal difference is -1. It is a pure metric which is barely adjusted for circumstances to purely show the goal difference.
What is GAP?
GAP (Game Advantage Percentage) shows the percentage gap between a player and the average league player. It answers the question: How much does a player improve or worsen a team's performance? It is based on high level game data with a focus on the impact on the goal difference (G±) from the last 50 games of a player. Besides that, GAP goes further and considers game context by involving data from the player and all other players who are at the same time on the pitch, no matter if teammates or opponents. Football GAP - the individual metric for team players.