VfB Stuttgart vs Viking prediction

THE FORECAST

Stuttgart plays as a Bundesliga club a tier higher than Viking (Eliteserien) and despite the nine injuries still has a clear quality advantage in squad and playing style for a home match in the Champions League. The match load is comparable for both teams (5 days rest, quickly back to competition afterwards), which means some rotation can be expected at Stuttgart, but this does not outweigh the level difference with the Norwegian club. Viking showed some resilience with a W and D in their form, and brings a considerable injury list with them, but will have little chance against the Germans in the MHP Arena.