Bet with MINO CASINO →FC Schalke 04 v VfB Stuttgart is on 21 November 2026 · 17:30 at Veltins Arena (Gelsenkirchen). We think VfB Stuttgart (53%) are favourites. Below are the tip, the probability of each result, the absences and a look at the match.
FC Schalke 04 vs VfB Stuttgart: match preview and analysis
How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, FC Schalke 04 are 17th with 6 points after 8 matches (1W 3D 4L), whereas VfB Stuttgart are 11th with 9 points (3W 0D 5L).
What to expect
VfB Stuttgart should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 1–2, about 3 goals combined, and 1–2 (9.6%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Our tip for goals is Over 2.5 goals (odds 1.45), and our probability for it is 65%. We estimate both teams scoring at 65% and over 2.5 goals at 65%.
Prediction: key points
- We are expecting about 3 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 65%.
- Absent: FC Schalke 04 0, VfB Stuttgart 0.
Alternative tip: Under 3.5 goals
Alternative pick: Under 3.5 goals (probability 55%, best available odds 1.79). Our projection of about 3 goals is in line with it.
Absences
FC Schalke 04 are missing: no absences. VfB Stuttgart are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
FC Schalke 04 vs VfB Stuttgart: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 4.16 | 4.32 | 1.84 |
| Market average | 4.00 | 4.11 | 1.78 |
| Lowest odds | 3.90 | 3.90 | 1.75 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.12 | 1.11 | 83.5% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.45 | 1.43 | 65.3% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.75 | 2.70 | 34.7% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.18 | 2.13 | 45.1% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.44 | 1.44 | 64.6% |
| BTTS – no | 2.70 | 2.63 | 35.4% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 1/11/26, 17:11. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 5.5%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: FC Schalke 04 1–2 VfB Stuttgart, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: FC Schalke 04 17th (6 points), VfB Stuttgart 11th (9 points).
- Absences: FC Schalke 04 0, VfB Stuttgart 0.
Who will win FC Schalke 04 vs VfB Stuttgart?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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FC Schalke 04 vs VfB Stuttgart: who is missing
FC Schalke 04
- No reported absences
VfB Stuttgart
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
FC Schalke 04 vs VfB Stuttgart: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bayern München | 8 | 5-3-0 | 27:8 | 18 |
| 2 |  Borussia Dortmund | 8 | 5-3-0 | 14:6 | 18 |
| 3 |  SC Freiburg | 8 | 5-1-2 | 18:10 | 16 |
| 4 |  RB Leipzig | 8 | 5-0-3 | 22:11 | 15 |
| 5 |  Werder Bremen | 8 | 4-3-1 | 17:14 | 15 |
| 6 |  Bayer Leverkusen | 8 | 4-1-3 | 18:16 | 13 |
| 7 |  SV Elversberg | 8 | 4-1-3 | 16:16 | 13 |
| 8 |  Eintracht Frankfurt | 8 | 3-2-3 | 13:18 | 11 |
| 9 |  FSV Mainz 05 | 8 | 3-1-4 | 17:17 | 10 |
| 10 |  FC Augsburg | 8 | 2-3-3 | 18:15 | 9 |
| 11 | VfB Stuttgart | 8 | 3-0-5 | 14:15 | 9 |
| 12 |  1899 Hoffenheim | 8 | 3-0-5 | 14:16 | 9 |
| 13 |  1. FC Köln | 8 | 2-3-3 | 9:12 | 9 |
| 14 |  SC Paderborn 07 | 8 | 2-3-3 | 6:9 | 9 |
| 15 |  Hamburger SV | 8 | 3-0-5 | 7:19 | 9 |
| 16 |  Union Berlin | 8 | 1-4-3 | 7:19 | 7 |
| 17 | FC Schalke 04 | 8 | 1-3-4 | 4:9 | 6 |
| 18 |  Borussia Mönchengladbach | 8 | 1-1-6 | 11:22 | 4 |
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What is the best tip for FC Schalke 04 vs VfB Stuttgart?
FC Schalke 04 +0.75 (Asian handicap) (1.92); Over 2.5 goals (1.45).
Who will win FC Schalke 04 vs VfB Stuttgart?
Our probabilities: FC Schalke 04 to win 24%, a draw 23%, VfB Stuttgart to win 53%.
What time and where is kick-off?
21 November 2026, kick-off at 17:30, at Veltins Arena, Gelsenkirchen.
Who will be missing?
FC Schalke 04: no absences. VfB Stuttgart: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 65% (odds 1.45); under 2.5 goals is at 35% (odds 2.75).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 65% probability (odds 1.44).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 1–2 (9.6%); after that come 1–1 (9.6%) and 0–2 (7.4%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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