Stuttgart face Union Berlin on Friday as they aim to extend their impressive unbeaten run in the Bundesliga.

Stuttgart aims to exert pressure on the Bundesliga's top two with a victory against Union Berlin on Friday. Currently sitting in third place with 50 points, they are just four points behind second-placed Bayern Munich. Stuttgart has been in excellent form lately, remaining unbeaten in their last six league matches, winning five and drawing one. They've scored 17 goals in this sequence, showcasing their offensive prowess. At home, Stuttgart has been particularly dominant, averaging almost three goals per game this season and winning nine out of 12 matches at their venue.

Union Berlin sits eight points above the relegation zone, with only three points separating them from 11th-placed Heidenheim. Despite a recent 2-0 loss to Dortmund, Union has shown improved form, earning eight points from their last five matches, including two 1-0 victories. However, their scoring remains a challenge, with only 23 goals scored this season, the third-worst tally in the league. While their overall form has improved, Union struggles on the road, losing eight of their last 11 away league games, although they won their most recent trip.