Preview: VfB Stuttgart vs. MH Maccabi Tel Aviv in Europa League

STUTTGART, Germany (Interstat) — VfB Stuttgart will look to solidify its position in Europa League Group G when it hosts struggling MH Maccabi Tel Aviv on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025.

The German side enters the match at Mercedes-Benz Arena in strong form, coming off a dominant 4-0 away victory over Go Ahead Eagles on Nov. 27. That result followed a key 2-0 home win against Feyenoord on Nov. 6. Stuttgart’s European campaign has been inconsistent, however, with losses to Fenerbahçe and Basel on the road.

In stark contrast, Maccabi Tel Aviv is reeling from a devastating 6-0 home defeat to Olympique Lyonnais in its last outing. The Israeli club has been outscored 14-0 in its last three Europa League matches, including losses to Aston Villa (2-0) and Midtjylland (3-0). Its only point in the group stage came from a 0-0 draw with PAOK on Sept. 24.

The matchup presents a clear contrast in momentum. Stuttgart, buoyed by its recent performances, is a heavy favorite against a Maccabi side that has struggled defensively. According to Interstat’s game simulator, the projected final score is a 3-0 victory for the home team.

A win for Stuttgart would provide crucial points ahead of its final two group stage matches in January against AS Roma and Young Boys. For Maccabi Tel Aviv, the fixture is an opportunity to find any semblance of stability before facing SC Freiburg and Bologna FC 1909 next month to conclude its European schedule.

Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. local time (2000 GMT).