Stuttgart II vs Energie Cottbus: match statistics
Energie Cottbus sits in second position in the table and presents significantly better form than Stuttgart II, who occupy 12th place. The visitors remain unbeaten in their last five matches (2 wins, 3 draws) and have gained 1.8 points per match, while the hosts have won only 2 of their last 5 meetings, conceding an average of 2 goals per match. Stuttgart II has a goal difference of 0 in home matches, while Cottbus boasts a positive balance (+1) on the road. xG statistics are close for both teams, but Cottbus's higher efficiency (13% shot conversion vs 11% for the hosts) and better defense (25% clean sheets away) favor the visitors. Taking all factors into account, Energie Cottbus has a clear advantage and should claim the full set of points in this clash.
Stuttgart II vs Energie Cottbus: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Stuttgart II played against Energie Cottbus in 3. Liga (Germany). The game was played on March 3, 2026. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Stuttgart II has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Energie Cottbus has 2 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses, with 1.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Stuttgart II scores 1.23 goals per game and allows 1.62. Energie Cottbus scores 1.96 and allows 1.46. Games in this league average 3.13 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 62% of Stuttgart II's games and 73% of Energie Cottbus's. The Over 2.5 rates are 65% and 73%, compared with league averages of 64% for BTTS and 63% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Energie Cottbus has the higher season xG average, 1.69 to 1.55 per game. Stuttgart II takes 13.4 shots per game, while Energie Cottbus takes 13.5.
First-half and second-half trends
Stuttgart II leads at halftime in 31% of its games and scores 0.50 goals per game after halftime. Energie Cottbus leads at halftime in 46% and scores 1.08 after halftime.
When the teams score
Stuttgart II's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (10 goals). For Energie Cottbus, it is minutes 61-75 (11 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
3. Liga games average 3.13 goals. Both teams score in 64% of games, and 63% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 5.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Energie Cottbus sits in second position in the table and presents significantly better form than Stuttgart II, who occupy 12th place. The visitors remain unbeaten in their last five matches (2 wins, 3 draws) and have gained 1.8 points per match, while the hosts have won only 2 of their last 5 meetings, conceding an average of 2 goals per match. Stuttgart II has a goal difference of 0 in home matches, while Cottbus boasts a positive balance (+1) on the road. xG statistics are close for both teams, but Cottbus's higher efficiency (13% shot conversion vs 11% for the hosts) and better defense (25% clean sheets away) favor the visitors. Taking all factors into account, Energie Cottbus has a clear advantage and should claim the full set of points in this clash.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Stuttgart II | Energie Cottbus | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 42% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.28 | 0.34 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Energie Cottbus is 50% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - Stuttgart II · 1.8 pts / game - Energie Cottbus
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Energie Cottbus is 59% better for: goals scored per game.
1.23 goals / game - Stuttgart II · 1.96 goals / game - Energie Cottbus
Energie Cottbus is 11% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.62 goals / game - Stuttgart II · 1.46 goals / game - Energie Cottbus
Stuttgart II scores in 69% of games (18 of 26 meczów), while Energie Cottbus keeps a clean sheet in 19% (5 of 26 meczów).
Energie Cottbus scores in 85% of games (22 of 26 meczów), while Stuttgart II keeps a clean sheet in 15% (4 of 26 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Stuttgart II
Over / Under - Energie Cottbus
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Energie Cottbus is 22% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.42 pts / game - Stuttgart II · 1.73 pts / game - Energie Cottbus
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Stuttgart II - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 31% of games and wins 38%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.7 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Energie Cottbus - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 46% of games and wins 54%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 0.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 1.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 0% |
| No goal | 60% | 100% |
| Goal difference | +4 | -9 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (10 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -8 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (11 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Stuttgart II
Energie Cottbus
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (3. Liga).
Teams vs league
| Stuttgart II | Liga | Energie Cottbus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.85 | 3.13 | ▲ 3.42 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 62% | 64% | ▲ 73% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 65% | 63% | ▲ 73% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 15% | 21% | ▼ 19% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 65% | 76% | • 77% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 88% | 84% | ▲ 88% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Stuttgart II's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Energie Cottbus. Games average 5.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Stuttgart II vs Energie Cottbus?
The 3. Liga match finished Stuttgart II 1:2 Energie Cottbus. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Stuttgart II vs Energie Cottbus?
Stuttgart II score 1.23 goals per game on average and Energie Cottbus 1.96. The 3. Liga average is 3.13 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 63% of games. Both teams score in 62% of Stuttgart II's matches and 73% of Energie Cottbus's.
What form are Stuttgart II and Energie Cottbus in?
Over the last 5 games Stuttgart II have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Energie Cottbus 2-3-0 (1.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Stuttgart II vs Energie Cottbus?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.