VfL Bochum 0-4 VfB Stuttgart – Result & Analysis
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Poisson rates VfB Stuttgart at 41% — the H2H record provides partial corroboration, though signals are mixed in this VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart encounter.
✍️ Match Preview
Analysis
VfB Stuttgart make the trip to Vonovia Ruhrstadion to face VfL Bochum in Bundesliga, Regular Season - 28. The match kicks off on Saturday 5 April 2025 at 14:30 UTC.
Form & Momentum
VfL Bochum have collected 0.90 PPG across 10 Bundesliga outings this season: 2W 3D 5L. Last five: D L W L L. They are averaging 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.90 — a modest attacking output that tempers optimism on the Over 2.5 market. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. Both teams have scored in 60% of their games — a high BTTS rate that carries real weight in the goals markets. This season is still relatively young for VfL Bochum, so this record blends games from this season and last.
VfL Bochum at Vonovia Ruhrstadion this season: 3W 2D 5L from 10 home games — 1.10 PPG on home soil. At home they are averaging 1.00 goals scored and 1.50 conceded per game. At home, both teams have scored in only 30% of games — reinforcing BTTS No as the home-venue-backed angle.
VfB Stuttgart (all games): 2W 2D 6L across 10 Bundesliga outings this term — 0.80 points per game. Last five: D L D L L. They are scoring at 1.50 per game and conceding 1.80. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings suggests some defensive organisation. Both teams have scored in 70% of their games — a noteworthy BTTS rate that supports the Yes market. This season is still relatively young for VfB Stuttgart, so this record blends games from this season and last.
VfB Stuttgart's form when playing away from home: 3W 4D 3L across 10 road games this term (1.30 PPG). Away from home they average 1.10 goals scored and 1.40 conceded per game. Their away PPG of 1.30 exceeds their overall 0.80 — they actually perform better on the road than their aggregate form implies.
Both sides are running at similar form levels — 0.90 PPG for VfL Bochum against 0.80 for VfB Stuttgart. There is no clear form edge to exploit here; other signals need to take the lead.
H2H History
Across the last 7 meetings, VfB Stuttgart have the stronger historical record — 4 wins to VfL Bochum's 1, with 2 draws in the mix.
These two sides have produced goals at a consistent rate historically, averaging 2.9 per game across 7 meetings. That scoring profile provides genuine support for the Over 2.5 angle. The most recent clash, on 23 Nov 2024, ended 0–2 with VfB Stuttgart winning.
The H2H provides genuine backing for the away side. VfB Stuttgart have won 4 of 7 previous encounters, and at 2.9 goals per game, the goals market also points upward. The away win and Over 2.5 combination has a historical case worth noting.
Trading Data
VfL Bochum goal-timing and half-time pattern breakdown (61 games, 30 at home): they score before half-time in 73% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 86% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 50% of those occasions; BTTS occurs in 60% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 53% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 44%.
VfB Stuttgart goal-timing and half-time pattern breakdown (61 games, 30 at away): they score before half-time in 60% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 93% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 60% of those occasions; BTTS occurs in 57% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 67% of games (away games); Over 3.5 in 49%.
From a combined perspective, both sides have high BTTS rates — VfL Bochum 61% and VfB Stuttgart 62% — which reinforces the BTTS Yes angle from in-play data. Over 2.5 goals is well-supported by both sides' in-play profiles (VfL Bochum 59% | VfB Stuttgart 72%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects VfL Bochum 1.11 xG and VfB Stuttgart 1.32 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: VfL Bochum attack 0.796 / defence 1.074 | VfB Stuttgart attack 0.864 / defence 0.913. League average goals — home 1.527 / away 1.422. VfL Bochum's attack strength of 0.796 is below the league average — the 1.11 xG projection reflects a team that scores at a discount to the division norm. Data: 61 VfL Bochum games / 61 VfB Stuttgart games used (CurrentSeason).
Result probabilities: VfL Bochum 31% | Draw 28% | VfB Stuttgart 41%. Fair-value odds: VfL Bochum 3.23 | Draw 3.57 | VfB Stuttgart 2.44. This is a low-confidence result — no outcome exceeds 45%. The draw at 28% is a primary outcome, not an afterthought.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 44% | BTTS probability 49% | Total xG 2.43. Under 2.5 has a narrow probability edge at 56% — total xG of 2.43 is below the line but not decisively so. BTTS probability of 49% is moderate — neither team is projected to score with enough certainty to make Yes a clear standalone call.
Verdict
The Poisson model's primary lean is VfB Stuttgart at 41% — marginal model lean. Draw probability of 28% warrants consideration of Double Chance or Draw No Bet on VfB Stuttgart if the outright odds are short. The opposing side holds a 31% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should be staked accordingly.
The Poisson model projects 2.43 xG in total — Under 2.5 at 44% — Poisson-only — limited corroboration confidence — though H2H averaging only 2.9 goals per meeting points in the other direction.
Poisson assigns a 49% probability to BTTS No based on the attack/defence strength model. Form rates corroborate: VfL Bochum 30% | VfB Stuttgart 50% BTTS from recent games.
The outsider holds a 31% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should not be treated as one. Proportionate stakes are appropriate given the genuine contest the data projects.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart | Competition: Bundesliga, Regular Season - 28 | Venue: Vonovia Ruhrstadion • Kick-off: Saturday 5 Apr 2025, 14:30 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: VfL Bochum 31% | Draw 28% | VfB Stuttgart 41% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 44% | BTTS 49% | xG VfL Bochum 1.11 / VfB Stuttgart 1.32 • Poisson strength factors: VfL Bochum attack 0.796 / def 1.074 | VfB Stuttgart attack 0.864 / def 0.913 | league avg home 1.527 / away 1.422 • Poisson stance: VfB Stuttgart (41%) — low confidence — close contest
🧮 Prediction Model
1.11
VfL Bochum xG
Expected Goals
1.32
VfB Stuttgart xG
49%
BTTS
70%
Over 1.5
44%
Over 2.5
23%
Over 3.5
Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓
⚠️ This analysis is generated algorithmically from statistical data and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice. Please gamble responsibly.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time does VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart kick off?
VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart kicked off at 14:30 on Saturday 5 April 2025 at Vonovia Ruhrstadion.
What was the final score in VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart?
VfL Bochum 0 - 4 VfB Stuttgart.
Where is VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart being played?
The match is being played at Vonovia Ruhrstadion.
What competition is VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart part of?
VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart is a Regular Season - 28 fixture in the Bundesliga (Germany).
Who is favourite to win VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart?
Our statistical model gives VfL Bochum a 31% chance of winning, VfB Stuttgart a 41% chance, and a 28% chance of a draw — making VfB Stuttgart the favourite.
Will both teams score in VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart?
Our model estimates a 49% probability that both VfL Bochum and VfB Stuttgart will score (BTTS).
Will VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 44%.
What is the head-to-head record between VfL Bochum and VfB Stuttgart?
Record (7 meetings): VfL Bochum 1W | Draws 2 | VfB Stuttgart 4W.
What form are VfL Bochum and VfB Stuttgart in?
VfL Bochum (all comps): 2W-3D-5L in 10 | 0.90 PPG | GF 1.30 / GA 1.90 | L5 D-L-W-L-L. VfB Stuttgart (all comps): 2W-2D-6L in 10 | 0.80 PPG | GF 1.50 / GA 1.80 | L5 D-L-D-L-L.
🧮 Model Insight
Where the Numbers Come From
Working from VfL Bochum's attack rating (0.80) and VfB Stuttgart's defence rating (0.91), the model arrives at 1.11 expected goals for the home side. Flip it around — VfB Stuttgart's attack (0.86x) against VfL Bochum's defence (1.07x) — and the away total comes out at 1.32.
These ratings are built from 61/61 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.
The Exact-Score Picture
Run the expected-goals figures through the full scoreline distribution and 1-1 emerges as the single most likely result, at 14.6%. Close behind: 0-0 (10.5%), 0-1 (10.0%). Those top three scorelines alone account for 35% of the model's total probability mass — a relatively concentrated, predictable distribution for this fixture.
Most Likely Outcome
VfB Stuttgart Win
31%
3.22
28%
3.61
41%
2.42
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
1 – 1
12.9%
Draw
Most likely
0 – 1
11.6%
Away win
1 – 0
9.8%
Home win
Expected Goals & Win Odds
1.11
VfL Bochum xG
Total xG
2.43
1.32
VfB Stuttgart xG
3.22
31%
Home win
3.61
28%
Draw
2.42
41%
Away win
Goals Markets
70%
Over 1.5
1.43
30%
Under 1.5
3.33
44%
Over 2.5
2.27
56%
Under 2.5
1.79
23%
Over 3.5
4.35
77%
Under 3.5
1.30
10%
Over 4.5
10.00
90%
Under 4.5
1.11
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
49%
BTTS Yes
2.03
51%
BTTS No
1.97
Clean Sheet
27%
3.74
33%
3.03
Win to Nil
8%
12.04
14%
7.35
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 8.8 | 11.6 | 7.7 | 3.4 | 1.1 | 0.3 |
| 1 | 9.8 | 12.9 | 8.5 | 3.7 | 1.2 | 0.3 |
| 2 | 5.4 | 7.2 | 4.7 | 2.1 | 0.7 | 0.2 |
| 3 | 2.0 | 2.6 | 1.7 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| 4 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.1 | – |
| 5 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 | – | – | – |
Green = home win · Grey = draw · Amber = away win · Outlined cell = most likely score
▶ Model Internals
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most likely scoreline for VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart?
Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 14.6%.
How many goals are VfL Bochum and VfB Stuttgart expected to score?
The model projects 1.11 expected goals for VfL Bochum and 1.32 for VfB Stuttgart, a combined total of 2.43.
How confident is the prediction model for VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart?
Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 41%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.
📈 Form Insight
Recent Form Overview
Across their last 61 outings, VfL Bochum have picked up 0.87 PPG on a 12W 17D 32L record — D-L-W-L-L across the most recent five. The sample for VfL Bochum is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
VfB Stuttgart's form line: 33W 11D 17L from 61 games, 1.80 PPG, last five D-L-D-L-L. The sample for VfB Stuttgart is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
Put side by side, VfB Stuttgart are the form team by 0.93 points per game — a gap wide enough to matter, though form alone rarely tells the whole story against VfL Bochum.
How They Fare by Venue
On home soil, VfL Bochum have posted 1.13 PPG from 30 outings (8W 10D 12L).
On the road, VfB Stuttgart have gone 14W 6D 10L from 30 away games — 1.60 PPG when travelling.
Comparing the two in their relevant venue splits, VfB Stuttgart come out ahead — a more targeted read than the overall PPG figures above, since it strips out games played in the opposite context.
Attack vs Defence
VfL Bochum are averaging 1.16 goals scored and 2.08 conceded per game recently; VfB Stuttgart are on 2.05 scored and 1.36 conceded.
On BTTS specifically: VfL Bochum have seen both teams score in 61% of their recent games; VfB Stuttgart in 62%.
Last 61 Results — Bundesliga
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
VfL Bochum
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VfB Stuttgart
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are VfL Bochum and VfB Stuttgart in coming into this match?
VfL Bochum have gone 12W 17D 32L in their last 61 games (0.87 PPG), while VfB Stuttgart have gone 33W 11D 17L in their last 61 (1.80 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — VfL Bochum at home or VfB Stuttgart away?
VfB Stuttgart's away record (1.60 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — VfL Bochum at home: 1.13 PPG; VfB Stuttgart away: 1.60 PPG.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
The Rivalry So Far
These sides have met 8 times that we have on record, stretching back to September 2021 — a rivalry that has played out across roughly 3 years. Every recorded meeting has come in Bundesliga. It has been a while since the last meeting — 5 April 2025, some 3 years back — so squads and form on both sides may look very different now.
Notable Numbers
There's a clear current trend here: VfB Stuttgart have taken the last 2 head-to-head results.
For context on how one-sided this fixture can get: VfB Stuttgart won 5-0 on 19 Aug 2023, the biggest margin either side has managed in the series.
Specifically as hosts in this fixture, VfL Bochum have gone 1W 1D 2L from 4 meetings on their own ground against VfB Stuttgart — worth weighing alongside the overall series record.
Last 8 Meetings
1
VfL Bochum
2
Draws
5
VfB Stuttgart
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between VfL Bochum and VfB Stuttgart?
From 8 meetings on record, VfL Bochum have won 1, VfB Stuttgart have won 5, and 2 have been drawn.
When did VfL Bochum and VfB Stuttgart last play each other?
They last met on 5 April 2025, when VfL Bochum 0-4 VfB Stuttgart.
Who has won more matches between VfL Bochum and VfB Stuttgart?
VfB Stuttgart have the better head-to-head record, with 5 wins from 8 meetings.
📈 Trading Insight
Early Goal Trends
VfL Bochum are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 73% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 37% of the time, though they've let that lead slip 17% of the time they've held it — worth watching if they're only ahead by one.
VfB Stuttgart are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 60% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 30% of the time.
Full-Time Markets
BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — VfL Bochum 60%, VfB Stuttgart 57% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.
Goals have flowed in these teams' recent matches — Over 2.5 has landed at 53% for VfL Bochum and 67% for VfB Stuttgart. Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 43% and 43% respectively — worth a look for goal-hungry markets.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = VfL Bochum home games / VfB Stuttgart away games. HT metrics require half-time score data — shown as — where unavailable.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do both teams usually score when VfL Bochum play VfB Stuttgart?
Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 60% of VfL Bochum's games and 57% of VfB Stuttgart's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.
Is VfL Bochum vs VfB Stuttgart usually a high-scoring fixture?
Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 53% of VfL Bochum's matches and 67% of VfB Stuttgart's.
Do VfL Bochum and VfB Stuttgart tend to score early?
VfL Bochum have had a goal before half-time in 73% of their recent matches, VfB Stuttgart in 60% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
Dominant VfB Stuttgart run riot with a 0-4 hammering of VfL Bochum.
📝 Match Report
How It Unfolded
VfB Stuttgart beat VfL Bochum 0-4 at Vonovia Ruhrstadion, Regular Season - 28, in the Bundesliga. That is the final score; the rest of this report grades it against what the data forecast beforehand.
The Model vs The Result
The Poisson model went into this projecting VfL Bochum 1.11 xG and VfB Stuttgart 1.32 xG, a combined 2.43. The scoreboard read 0-4 for 4 actual goals. VfL Bochum fell 1.1 short of their projected output. VfB Stuttgart outscored their 1.32 projection by 2.7. Those figures were built on strength ratings of VfL Bochum attack 0.80 / defence 1.07 against VfB Stuttgart attack 0.86 / defence 0.91, drawn from 61/61 games (CurrentSeason).
On the result, the model split it VfL Bochum 31% | Draw 28% | VfB Stuttgart 41%, with VfB Stuttgart to win its most likely call at 41%. The scoreboard confirmed the model's leading pick.
Goals & Markets
The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 44%. The game delivered 4, so it went over — a miss for the goals model. Over 1.5 had been 70% and landed. Over 3.5 was 23% and came in. On both teams to score, the model sat at 49% and the match did not — another call in the model's favour. Historically the two sides average 66% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (VfL Bochum 59%, VfB Stuttgart 72%), a base rate that agreed with today's over. Their combined BTTS history runs at 62%, which did not match the one-sided outcome.
Trading Patterns vs Reality
VfL Bochum's trading profile (61 games, 30 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 61% of their matches — today it did not; they fail to score in 30% of games, a blank that repeated today.
VfB Stuttgart's trading profile (61 games, 30 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 62% of their matches — today it did not.
Form vs Result
On form, VfB Stuttgart arrived the stronger side — 1.80 PPG against 0.87. The form guide was vindicated by the result. VfL Bochum (home/away splits) managed 0 against a 1.27 scoring average — below par going forward and shipped 4 against a 1.77 concession average — a leakier day than usual. VfB Stuttgart (home/away splits) scored 4 against a 1.50 average — above their attacking norm and conceded 0 against a 1.47 average — tighter than their form line.
Verdict
Grading the result against the stored data, 3 of 4 pre-match signals came in: result (hit), Over 2.5 (miss), BTTS (hit), form (hit). A mixed scorecard — the data caught the broad shape of the game but not every market.
💡 Key Insights
⚠️ This match report is generated algorithmically from the final score, our prediction model, and each team's historical form and trading data. Analysis is for informational purposes only.