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Bundesliga Showdown: Bayern vs. Stuttgart
- Updated: December 15, 2023
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Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart are set to clash at the Allianz Arena on December 15, 2023, in a Bundesliga match that holds extra significance as a potential title six-pointer. With Bayer Leverkusen currently leading the standings, Bayern and Stuttgart find themselves in the second and third positions, separated by just one point. The upcoming fixture is crucial for both teams in their pursuit of the Bundesliga title.
Bayern Munich enters the match with an impressive record of winning each of their last 11 games. The Bavarian giants have been dominant in recent years, and their last defeat against Stuttgart dates back to 2007. Back then, Stuttgart finished 10 points clear of Bayern in the Bundesliga standings, with Mario Gómez playing a pivotal role in their success.
In the current season, the goal-scoring prowess of Bayern has been spearheaded by Harry Kane. The English striker, who arrived from Tottenham Hotspur, has made a record-breaking impact, scoring 18 goals in just 13 Bundesliga games. Kane has surpassed the single-season goal records of Kevin Keegan and Jadon Sancho among English players, showcasing his world-class abilities. However, Stuttgart’s Serhou Guirassy is not far behind, with 16 goals in fewer appearances due to a hamstring injury earlier in the season.
The battle for the Torjägerkanone (top scorer award) has added intrigue to the clash, with both Kane and Guirassy acknowledging the competition between them. Guirassy recognizes the impact Kane has had on raising the level of strikers in the Bundesliga.
The supporting cast for both teams also plays a crucial role. Deniz Undav, on loan from Brighton, has stepped up for Stuttgart in Guirassy’s absence, scoring seven goals in his first nine Bundesliga games. Leroy Sané has been a key contributor for Bayern, registering eight goals and seven assists, making him the third-most prolific player in the league behind Kane and Guirassy.
Defensively, both teams boast talented goalkeepers, with Manuel Neuer guarding Bayern’s net and Alexander Nübel protecting Stuttgart’s goal. Neuer, considered one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time, returned from injury in late October. However, his save percentage of 58% falls short of Nübel’s impressive 70%. Nübel, 10 years Neuer’s junior, has been making a case for himself as a potential successor at Bayern, challenging Neuer’s position as the No. 1 goalkeeper.
Despite Nübel’s higher save percentage, Neuer’s clean sheet percentage of 60 is a league-high, highlighting his ability to organize the defense effectively. The clash between these two goalkeepers adds an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming match.
While both teams have other areas that could influence the outcome, the goal-scoring prowess, supporting cast, and defensive capabilities of Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart stand out as key factors in determining the winner of this crucial Bundesliga encounter. As the teams vie for the title, Sunday’s game promises to be a spectacle filled with talent, competition, and the potential for a shift in the balance of power in the Bundesliga standings.
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By- Sahiba Suri
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