Roma vs Stuttgart Europa League Preview and Prediction
Europa League 2025/26
Main Stage – Round 7
Match Date: January 22, 2026
Kickoff Time: 21:00 CET (Rome local time)
Venue: Stadio Olimpico, Rome
Match Background
Roma host Stuttgart in Round 7 of the Europa League main stage in a clash between top-division representatives. Both teams have largely secured their playoff positions, but pride and form are on the line as the tournament enters its final group stage phase.
Team Form Overview
Roma
Last season, Roma appointed Claudio Ranieri out of retirement, narrowly missing a return to the Serie A top four, finishing just one point behind Juventus. This summer, Gian Piero Gasperini took over the reins with the goal of finally achieving European qualification.
In the Europa League, Roma have treated the tournament as secondary. After defeating a struggling Nice side, they suffered home losses to Lille and Viktoria Plzen. However, the squad regrouped effectively, winning consecutive matches against Rangers, Midtjylland, and Celtic.
Stuttgart
Stuttgart endured a challenging 2024/25 Bundesliga campaign, dropping from second to ninth and missing out on Champions League playoffs. They did claim domestic cup success, though, and are currently pushing for a top-four league finish amidst strong competition.
In Europe, Stuttgart’s Europa League campaign mirrors Roma’s. After a 2-1 home win against Celta, they lost consecutive away games at Basel and Fenerbahce. By November and December, Stuttgart secured their playoff spot with maximum points against Feyenoord, Go Ahead Eagles, and Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Europa League Form Snapshot
Roma
Matches: 6
Wins: 4
Losses: 2
Goals Scored (avg): 1.67
Goals Conceded (avg): 0.83
Stuttgart
Matches: 6
Wins: 4
Losses: 2
Goals Scored (avg): 2.0
Goals Conceded (avg): 0.83
Key Statistics and Trends
Roma have won three matches in a row in all competitions
The Italians score 1.67 goals on average, conceding fewer than one per match
Stuttgart have also won three consecutive matches
The Germans score two goals per match on average, conceding 0.83
Probable Starting Lineups
Roma (4-4-2)
Svilar
Celik, Zelkowski, Gilardi
El Shaarawy, Cristante, Kone, Pisilli, França
Ferguson, Dybala
Stuttgart (4-2-3-1)
Nübel
Hendriks, Chabot, Jeltsch, Vagnoman
Leveling, Nartey, El Khannouss, Stiller, Karazor
Undav
Head-to-Head History
This will be the first official meeting between Roma and Stuttgart.
Odds Analysis
Market | Odds | Implied Probability | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
Roma to Win | 1.85 | 54.1% | Slightly favored at home |
Draw | 3.50 | 28.6% | Possible, but less likely with both teams’ form |
Stuttgart to Win | 4.20 | 23.8% | Requires full away performance |
Over 2.5 Goals | 2.10 | 47.6% | Goals possible, but both defenses solid |
Under 3.0 Goals | 1.60 | 62.5% | Safe bet given tactical balance |
Free Prediction
With playoff qualification nearly secured, both Roma and Stuttgart may prioritize squad management over high-risk attacking play. A low-scoring game is expected as the hosts seek a controlled victory without overcommitting.
Recommended Bet: Total Under 3.0 Goals
Best Odds: 1.60
