Stuttgart - Schalke 04 betting tips and odds

The home team is the obvious choice for anyone looking to bet on favourites. The match is not completely one-sided, though, which is why you may actually get worthwhile returns.

It’s hard to believe even the most optimistic Schalke 04 fans are expecting them to triumph at Stuttgart this Saturday. It’s a completely one-sided matchup, and the hosts should have no problems steamrolling their opponents.

Stuttgart’s latest outing at Köln ended in a narrow 0:1 win. The first half performance was rather mediocre, but they pulled through in the end.

Schalke 04 lost their previous home game against Borussia Dortmund with a considerably high 0:4 margin. Considering the overwhelming betting odds they were up against, though, the fact that they spent most of the match on the back foot is not too surprising.

A high concessions rate is not a good look to have, and Stuttgart have been on a downward spiral when it comes to their defensive performance. With 5 goals conceded over their past 3 games, there’s definite room for improvement.

A quick look at the visiting team’s recent history tells us a lot about their weaknesses. Specifically, we’re talking about the fact that they’ve allowed more than 5 goals over their 3 most recent Bundesliga outings.

The season hasn’t been going great for Schalke 04. They’re stuck at 18th place, well within the relegation zone. To make things worse, their chances of earning points against Stuttgart are not great either.

With several tied games behind them, the teams will be looking to switch things up to get the upper hand. Several matches between Stuttgart and Schalke 04 ended in a draw this season alone, so it’s clear they’ll need to get creative – especially the hosts.

We recommend taking up William Hill’s offer for a Draw/Home result in the Half Time/Full Time market, priced at 4.60. It’s fairly good for value, but you might want to steer clear if you’re looking for high-probability wagers.