Stuttgart executed a decisive 4-1 triumph over Bayer Leverkusen in a commanding performance during this Bundesliga encounter. The hosts saw one goal from Alejandro Grimaldo, who converted a penalty in the 65th minute. While Jamie Leweling was the star of the match, netting twice (6’ and 44’ of the first half), he was supported by Maximilian Mittelstädt (28’, penalty) and Deniz Undav (46’, first half).
Leweling’s outstanding display included not just his goals, but also two attempts on the goal, marking him as the standout performer. Meanwhile, Mittelstädt’s contribution in defense was notable, securing a goal alongside his solid defensive duties.
Bayer Leverkusen’s coach, Kasper Hjulmand, opted for a 3-6-1 formation with Mark Flekken in goal; a defensive line composed of Jarell Quansah, Robert Andrich, and Jeanuel Belocian; while Arthur, Aleix García, Ezequiel Fernández, Alejandro Grimaldo, Malik Tillman, and Nathan Tella controlled the midfield; Martin Terrier leading the attack.
On the other side, Sebastian Hoeness’s Stuttgart employed a 4-5-1 strategy with Alexander Nübel guarding the net. The defense consisted of Josha Vagnoman, Ramon Hendriks, Julian Chabot, and Maximilian Mittelstädt; the midfield was comprised of Atakan Karazor, Angelo Stiller, Jamie Leweling, Nikolas Nartey, and Chris Führich; Deniz Undav was positioned upfront.
The referee overseeing the match at BayArena was Felix Zwayer.
In their upcoming fixtures, Bayer Leverkusen will face Hamburg SV away, while Stuttgart will host Eintracht Frankfurt.
This important win places Stuttgart at 29 points in fourth place, whereas Bayer Leverkusen also remains at 29 points but sits in fifth position in the standings.
Substitutions for Bayer Leverkusen
45’ 2T – Ezequiel Fernández out for Jonas Hofmann, Chris Führich for Finn Jeltsch, Josha Vagnoman for Lorenz Assignon, Jamie Leweling for Jeremy Arévalo, Alejandro Grimaldo for Lucas Vázquez, Nikolas Nartey for Chema Andrés, Deniz Undav for Ermedin Demirovic, Nathan Tella for Ernest Poku, and Jeanuel Belocian for Loic Bade.
65’ 2T – Martin Terrier out for Alejo Sarco.
Yellow cards for Bayer Leverkusen:
37’ 1T Mark Flekken; 0’ 2T Loic Bade, Alejandro Grimaldo, and Aleix García.
Substitutions for Stuttgart:
Yellow cards for Stuttgart:
37’ 1T Jamie Leweling and 0’ 2T Finn Jeltsch.