OneFootball has published an extensive statistical analysis ahead of the upcoming Bundesliga match between VfB Stuttgart and 1. FC Cologne. The clash takes place on September 4, 2026, at the Mercedes-Benz Arena and is of major importance for VfB after starting the season with a defeat.
VfB Stuttgart began the 2026/27 campaign with a 1-5 loss and sits in 18th place with zero points. With a goal difference of 1:5 and recent form marked L for loss, the team looks ahead to a key home fixture. In the table, Stuttgart already trails leaders Bayern Munich by three points.
The next match against 1. FC Cologne on September 4th is an early season test. Cologne had a better start and occupies sixth place before the matchday. For VfB Stuttgart, it's about putting the first defeat behind them and getting their first points on the board. A win could lift the team out of the direct relegation zone and provide momentum for the coming weeks. Manager Sebastian Hoeneß's side must show a reaction in front of their home crowd.
All of VfB's upcoming fixtures can be found on our fixtures page.
The Bundesliga table after the first matchday shows VfB Stuttgart in last place. With zero points from one game and a -4 goal difference, the team has had the worst possible start to the season. Direct opponent Cologne, however, has already gathered points. This early table situation shows the urgency of the home game. The complete overview is available on our standings page.
The defense must improve significantly to cope with Cologne's attack. Conceding five goals in one match is a warning sign VfB must address.
The specialist portal OneFootball has put both teams under a statistical microscope ahead of their encounter. The analysis compares various performance parameters from past matches of both clubs. It highlights strengths and weaknesses that could be relevant for the tactical setup of the game. Such data-driven insights are now a standard part of match preparation.
For fans, these statistics offer an additional perspective on the upcoming duel. They help better assess key areas of the game like possession, chance conversion, or defensive stability. Detailed team and player stats for VfB Stuttgart are also available on our own stats platform.
To get out of this difficult starting position, VfB Stuttgart needs strong performances from its key players. The attack must use its chances better after scoring only once on the opening matchday. In defense, absolute concentration is required following the debacle of conceding five goals. The individual form of the regular starters will be a deciding factor for success against Cologne.
Manager Hoeneß may need to solve the lineup puzzle to find the right balance between defense and attack. The current squad composition can be viewed on the squad page. The home match against 1. FC Cologne on September 4, 2026, is the next opportunity to improve the record.
