Porto vs Stuttgart predictions, Mar 19, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

6 months ago

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FC Porto will face VfB Stuttgart in a key UEFA Europa League clash on March 19, 2026, at their home ground. Analyzing recent form suggests that Porto enters this matchup with a significant edge, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 games. Their resurgence in form is highlighted by strong performances at home, where they have historically been formidable opponents.

In contrast, VfB Stuttgart has struggled, winning only 1 of their last 5 encounters. This disappointing form may impact their confidence as they travel to Porto, a venue known for its challenging atmosphere and passionate fanbase.

From a tactical perspective, FC Porto’s attacking prowess will be crucial, as they look to exploit weaknesses in Stuttgart’s defensive setup. Conversely, Stuttgart must focus on solidifying their defense and finding ways to counterattack effectively to capitalize on any Porto vulnerabilities.

Bookmakers favor the home side with odds reflecting a 44.7% probability of a Porto victory, compared to 28.5% for Stuttgart. Given these dynamics, while Porto holds the advantage, football remains unpredictable, and any outcome is possible in this tightly contested fixture.

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Porto
43.5%

Draw
26.1%

Stuttgart
30.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of UEFA Europa League FC Porto: 10.41%

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Betting Odds

1	X	2
2.2	3.74	3.05
2.25	3.75	3.1
2.23	3.81	3.29
2.1	3.5	3.1
2.19	3.75	3.04

Latest Results

12.03.26 VfB Stuttgart – FC Porto – 1:2
08.03.26 SL Benfica – FC Porto – 2:2
03.03.26 Sporting Lisbon – FC Porto – 1:0
27.02.26 FC Porto – FC Arouca – 3:1
22.02.26 FC Porto – Rio Ave FC – 1:0

12.03.26 VfB Stuttgart – FC Porto – 1:2
07.03.26 Mainz 05 – VfB Stuttgart – 2:2
01.03.26 VfB Stuttgart – VfL Wolfsburg – 4:0
26.02.26 VfB Stuttgart – Celtic – 0:1
22.02.26 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 – VfB Stuttgart – 3:3

Facts

First leg result: 2-1. Second leg.

Porto is showing really good form (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Stuttgart has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Porto might have a minor edge in this game.

In the last 1 head-to-head match, Porto won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 2:1.

Latest Head To Head

12.03.26 VfB Stuttgart – FC Porto – 1:2

Standings

Draw

Play Offs

1/16-finals

1	Ludogorets (22)	Ferencvaros (12)	0 : 2, 2 : 1
2	Braga (6)	Bye
3	Panathinaikos (20)	Plzen (14)	2 : 1, 2 : 2
4	Betis (4)	Bye
5	Din. Zagreb (23)	Genk (9)	3 : 3, 1 : 3
6	Freiburg (7)	Bye
7	PAOK (17)	Celta Vigo (16)	0 : 1, 1 : 2
8	Lyon (1)	Bye
9	Celtic (21)	Stuttgart (11)	1 : 0, 1 : 4
10	FC Porto (5)	Bye
11	Fenerbahce (19)	Nottingham (13)	2 : 1, 0 : 3
12	Midtjylland (3)	Bye
13	Brann (24)	Bologna (10)	0 : 1, 0 : 1
14	AS Roma (8)	Bye
15	Lille (18)	Crvena zvezda (15)	2 : 0, 0 : 1
16	Aston Villa (2)	Bye

1/8-finals

1	Ferencvaros (12)	Braga (6)	2 : 0
2	Panathinaikos (20)	Betis (4)	1 : 0
3	Genk (9)	Freiburg (7)	1 : 0
4	Celta Vigo (16)	Lyon (1)	1 : 1
5	Stuttgart (11)	FC Porto (5)	1 : 2
6	Nottingham (13)	Midtjylland (3)	0 : 1
7	Bologna (10)	AS Roma (8)	1 : 1
8	Lille (18)	Aston Villa (2)	0 : 1

Quarter-finals

1	TBD #1	TBD #2
2	TBD #3	TBD #4
3	TBD #5	TBD #6
4	TBD #7	TBD #8

Semi-finals

1	TBD #1	TBD #2
2	TBD #3	TBD #4

Final

TBD #1

TBD #2

UEFA Europa League Outrights

1. Aston Villa: 3.3 (25.7%)

2. Lyon: 6.85 (12.39%)

3. FC Porto: 8.15 (10.41%)

4. AS Roma: 9 (9.43%)

5. Betis: 11.38 (7.46%)

6. Nottingham: 17 (4.99%)

7. Bologna: 17.38 (4.89%)

8. VfB Stuttgart: 21 (4.04%)

9. Ferencvaros: 26.25 (3.23%)

10. Celta Vigo: 26.75 (3.17%)

11. Midtjylland: 27.5 (3.09%)

12. Genk: 28.25 (3%)

13. Freiburg: 29 (2.93%)

14. Panathinaikos: 38.75 (2.19%)

15. Lille: 50.25 (1.69%)

16. Braga: 61.75 (1.37%)

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