VfB Stuttgart
Bayer Leverkusen
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2.78
Expected Goals (xG)
0.56
Passing by
311 (85%)
Accurate passes
308 (81%)
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1
G
Mark Flecken
6.9
12
d
Edmond Tapsoba
6.3
8
d
Robert Andrich (C)
6.3
4
d
Jarell Quansah
6.2
20
M
Alexandre Grimaldo
7.0
M
Exequiel Palacios
90+7′ M
Alex Garcia
1′
42
M
Montrell Culbreath
6.3
30
F
Ibrahim Maza
6.9
14
F
Patrik Schick
6.7
F
Christian Kofane
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Bundesliga classification – Bundesliga
Qualification/Relegation
- Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League Standings
- Relegation Playoffs
- descent
Stuttgart demolished Bayer Leverkusen 3-1 at home to claim a dominant Bundesliga victory, with the early goals setting the tone for a commanding performance at the MHPArena.
VfB Stuttgart entered this May match level on points with Leverkusen in the battle for European qualification. The two teams had identical records with 58 points in 32 games. Stuttgart tried to bounce back after a string of mixed results. Leverkusen arrived in better form, winning two of their last three games.
The hosts surprised their visitors with a quick start. Aleix GarcÃa opened the scoring in the first minute, catching Leverkusen’s defense completely off guard. The first step energized Stuttgart’s offensive game.
Stuttgart doubled their lead just four minutes later. Ermedin Demirović shot at the goalkeeper and made it 2-0. The visiting team was in deep trouble before the game reached double figures.
Leverkusen struggled to find their rhythm in the early stages. Stuttgart controlled possession and created numerous chances. The visitors managed just one shot on target in the first half.
Stuttgart added a third goal from the penalty spot in the 45th minute. Maximilian Mittelstädt stepped up and converted to extend the score to 3-0. Stuttgart’s clinical finishing put Leverkusen in serious danger.
In the second half, Leverkusen pressed for a response. Stuttgart’s defense had to work harder to keep the lead. However, the damage was already done by halftime.
Deniz Undav secured the win for Stuttgart in the 58th minute with a fourth goal. The striker finished clinically to make it 3-1. Leverkusen pulled back, but could not mount a meaningful comeback.
Stuttgart dominated the shot count with 20 attempts compared to Leverkusen’s six. The hosts also registered nine shots on target to the visitors’ five. Stuttgart’s expected goals (xG) of 2.78 reflected their superior chance creation.
Angelo Stiller controlled Stuttgart’s midfield with an 8.2 rating. Alexander Nübel made four crucial saves in goal. Demirović led the attacking efforts with three shots on goal.
Possession was split 49-51 percent in favor of Stuttgart. Stuttgart completed 85% of their passes while Leverkusen achieved 81% accuracy. The efficiency of the premises made the difference.
This victory puts Stuttgart on the same level as Leverkusen with 58 points. Both teams are still in the hunt for Champions League qualification. Stuttgart’s clinical display suggests they have the firepower to challenge for a top-four finish.
