Ermedin Demirović, a VfB Stuttgart striker, was approached by a fan in the city who offered him Cevapcici and grilled sausages. The incident was described as a strange situation and quickly became a talking point among supporters.
How did the fan's unusual action come about?
The fan approached Demirović during a walk through the city centre and offered him homemade Cevapcici. According to eyewitnesses, the striker initially laughed, politely accepted the offer, and then continued on his way. Bild Sport reported on the incident as an example of the special closeness between players and fans in Stuttgart.
What does the team's current situation say about this?
VfB Stuttgart currently sits fourth in the Bundesliga table for the 2024/25 season with 62 points from 34 games (18 wins, 8 draws, 8 losses). Recent form shows two wins and three draws in the last five matches, leaving the team unbeaten in that stretch. The next fixture is an away game against SC Paderborn 07 on 10 October 2026.
How do the title race prospects look?
With a 27-point gap to leaders Bayern München, the title is effectively out of reach for Stuttgart this season. Nevertheless, fourth place highlights the team's consistency, having scored 71 goals and conceded only 49 in the previous campaign (+22 goal difference). Several players are currently sidelined, including Dan Zagadou and Dennis Seimon, affecting squad depth.
What does this mean for fan engagement?
Such moments highlight the lively exchange between the team and its supporters – especially in a city like Stuttgart, where identity with the club runs deep. While the focus remains on sporting performance, events like this remind us that football also consists of human, unexpected encounters. For more updates on the squad and upcoming games, visit our squad and fixtures pages.
