VfB-Neuzugang Grischa Prömel not in the Squad
VfB Stuttgart started with Fabian Bredlow as goalkeeper and Neuzugang Grischa Prömel was missing due to injury. This player was seen among the 1,000 fans and WM-Fahrer Angelo Stiller. Captain Atakan Karazor, who returned to the squad only on Tuesday, was not in the lineup of coach Sebastian Hoeneß.
Maxi Mittelstädt misses penalty duel against Kevin Trapp
After Maximilian Mittelstädt saved a goal for Fabian Bredlow in the 14th minute, Trapp became ineffective. Jovanovic, who had an impressive pre-season so far, took advantage of Führich's free hit to score the 1-0 lead (16). On the other side, Maximilian Mittelstädt saved a penalty for Stuttgart.
VfB Captain Zagadou scores per head to 2:0
VfB remained the decisive team in the second half. Tiago Tomas gave an opportunity (52), but Dan-Axel Zagadou scored with his head for Stuttgart after Führich's free hit. The defender, who was wearing the captain's armband during this match, missed a chance against Kevin Trapp.
Luck for VfB Keeper Funk after foul on Immobile
Soon, the 30-year-old goalkeeper had good luck. Funk fouled Paris striker Immobile in the penalty area, but the warning whistle did not come (80). Shortly before the end of the 15-minute extra time, which was played after the regular 90 minutes, the French scored again. Again, it was Luca Koleosho who sealed the 2-2 score.
Record-breaking applause at VfB Stuttgart's Members' Meeting
Great joy for the team: The VfB Stuttgart not only writes positive sports headlines twice in a row.
