A high-stakes clash awaits at RheinEnergieSTADION as FC Cologne host VfB Stuttgart at 5:30 PM today, both eyeing a key result in the Bundesliga.

FC Cologne have shown glimpses of consistency, picking up 2 wins recently. VfB Stuttgart have been relatively steady, taking 2 victories in recent outings.

Historically, VfB Stuttgart lead the rivalry with 5 wins over FC Cologne's 2. 3 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw they last drew 1-1.

FC Cologne's preferred 3-4-2-1 shape may stretch the field, while VfB Stuttgart's 4-2-3-1 setup looks built for discipline.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. FC Cologne may hold the edge at RheinEnergieSTADION, but VfB Stuttgart's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.