Erzgebirge Aue desperately need points today at 4:30 PM in the 3. Liga. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

VfB Stuttgart II come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Erzgebirge Aue travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. VfB Stuttgart II won their last outing, while Erzgebirge Aue suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

Despite playing at home, VfB Stuttgart II face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Erzgebirge Aue have won 6 of 9 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives VfB Stuttgart II a slight edge, but Erzgebirge Aue are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.