In the 27th round of Bundesliga action, Stuttgart showcased an impressive performance by defeating Augsburg decisively with a scoreline of 5-2. The star of the match was Deniz Undav, who scored two goals, setting the tone for the home team. Goals for Stuttgart were also contributed by Fabian Rieder (57’) and Anton Kade (67’). On the visiting side, Deniz Undav opened the scoring in the first half, followed by Tiago Tomás and Nikolas Nartey, with Ermedin Demirovic finding the net late in the game for Augsburg.
Deniz Undav’s outstanding play earned him the distinction of being the standout player of the match, with his two goals and two shots on target showcasing his prowess in front of goal.
Nikolas Nartey also had a notable game, contributing a goal to Stuttgart’s tally.
Augsburg’s coach, Manuel Baum, opted for a 3-6-1 formation with Finn Dahmen in goal, supported by Noahkai Banks, Keven Schlotterbeck, and Tim Schnitzer in defense. The midfield featured Robin Fellhauer, Elvis Rexhbecaj, Han Noah Massengo, Dimitrios Giannoulis, Fabian Rieder, and Alexis Claude Maurice, with Rodrigo Ribeiro leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Stuttgart managed by Sebastian Hoeness lined up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Alexander Nübel as the goalkeeper. The backline consisted of Lorenz Assignon, Finn Jeltsch, Julian Chabot, and Maximilian Mittelstädt, while Chema Andrés, Angelo Stiller, Tiago Tomás, Nikolas Nartey, and Chris Führich occupied midfield. Deniz Undav was stationed at the front.
Referee Felix Zwayer officiated the match at WWK Arena. The result pushed Stuttgart to 31 points, placing them in 10th position, while Augsburg remains in 3rd place with 53 points.
In Augsburg’s next match, they will go on the road to face Hamburger SV, while Stuttgart will host Borussia Dortmund.
Substitutions for Augsburg
45’ 2T – Elvis Rexhbecaj off for Anton Kade, Noahkai Banks off for Arthur Chaves, and Rodrigo Ribeiro off for Michael Gregoritsch.
65’ 2T – Han Noah Massengo off for Kristijan Jakic.
Booked in Augsburg:
34’ 2T – Dimitrios Giannoulis (Unsportsmanlike conduct).
Substitutions for Stuttgart
71’ 2T – Chema Andrés off for Atakan Karazor and Chris Führich off for Ramon Hendriks.
81’ 2T – Lorenz Assignon off for Josha Vagnoman and Tiago Tomás off for Ermedin Demirovic.
Booked in Stuttgart:
18’ 2T – Nikolas Nartey (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 32’ 2T – Lorenz Assignon (Unsportsmanlike conduct).