19 March 2026
Porto, UEFA Europa League
FC Porto welcome VfB Stuttgart to the Estádio do Dragão on March 19, 2026, in a crucial UEFA Europa League Round of 16 clash. Both clubs have demonstrated solid European pedigree this season, with Porto aiming to leverage their home advantage and experience to progress further, while Stuttgart look to impose their dynamic style and defensive resilience on the Portuguese side.
With knockout football at stake, tactical caution mixed with bursts of attacking ambition is expected. Team news suggests both sides will field strong lineups, making this a tightly contested encounter where small margins could decide the outcome.
| Team | Last 5 | Goals For | Goals Against |
|---|---|---|---|
| FC Porto | W D W L W | 10 | 5 |
| VfB Stuttgart | D W W D L | 8 | 6 |
Both teams have been fairly consistent heading into this fixture, with Porto showing a slightly better defensive record and a higher goal output. Stuttgart’s form reveals resilience and an ability to grind out results, but they have conceded slightly more, which could be pivotal in a knockout tie where away goals and margins matter.
Vfb StuttgartL| Home | Draw | Away |
|---|---|---|
| 1.85 | 3.40 | 4.20 |
Porto are clear favorites at home, but Stuttgart’s solid form and tactical discipline make the away odds appealing for value bettors looking for an upset or at least a competitive match.
FC Porto to edge a tight 2-1 win with both teams scoring in a closely fought Europa League encounter.
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