VfB Stuttgart
Borussia Dortmund
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0.58
Expected Goals (xG)
0.50
Passing by
516 (84%)
Accurate passes
212 (70%)
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33
G
Alexander Nübel
6.6
d
Ramon Hendricks
65′ Holding
24
d
Jeff Chabot
6.7
29
d
Finn Jeltsch
6.7
7
m
Maximilian Mittelstädt
7.3
6
m
Angelo Stiller
7.3
m
Attack Karazor (C)
90+7′
22
m
Lorenz Assignon
7.3
10
F
Chris Führich
7.2
28
F
Nikolas Nartey
6.9
26
F
Deniz Undav
6.5
1
G
Gregor Kobel
6.5
5
d
Marc Bensebaini
6.9
4
d
Nico Schlotterbeck (C)
7.3
3
d
Waldemar Anton
7.3
24
m
Daniel Svensson
6.5
m
Carney Chukwuemeka
29′ rough
7
m
Jobe Bellingham
6.9
m
Marcel Sabitzer
71′ missingm
Julian Ryerson
90+7′ Unsportsmanlike conduct
14
F
Maximilian Beier
6.2
9
F
Serhou Guirassy
6.5
Bundesliga classification – Bundesliga
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Borussia Dortmund secured a dramatic 2-0 win against VfB Stuttgart with two stoppage time goals at the MHPArena.
Borussia Dortmund secured an impressive 2-0 victory over VfB Stuttgart in a thrilling Bundesliga clash. Late strikes from substitutes Karim Adeyemi and Julian Brandt in the dying moments sealed the points. This dramatic ending left the home crowd in disbelief.
This match on April 4, 2026 was a pivotal encounter at the top of the table. Second-placed Dortmund were looking to consolidate their place in the Champions League. Third-placed Stuttgart were hoping to close the gap and boost their own European aspirations. Both teams entered the league in good recent form.
VfB Stuttgart started the match with a clear intention. They quickly controlled possession and dictated the pace of the game. Stuttgart created several promising attacks in the opening period. They tried to break down a well organized Dortmund defence.
Dortmund focused on containing Stuttgart’s attacking threats. The visitors absorbed the pressure effectively. Dortmund’s C. Chukwuemeka was shown a yellow card in the 29th minute for a tackle. Stuttgart continued to probe, but Dortmund’s back line remained resolute throughout the first half.
The first half ended goalless, despite the important control of Stuttgart. Dortmund needed more offensive spark after the break. Stuttgart, meanwhile, had to turn their dominance into tangible goals.
In the second half, Stuttgart maintained their offensive approach. R. Hendriks was booked for Stuttgart in the 65th minute. Dortmund made decisive changes to change the momentum. Karim Adeyemi entered the field of play in the 64th minute, replacing C. Chukwuemeka.
Julian Brandt then joined the fray for M. Beier in the 72nd minute, giving Dortmund’s attack new impetus. Marcel Sabitzer received a yellow card in the 71st minute when the intensity of the game soared. Stuttgart pushed hard for a winner but Dortmund’s defense held firm.
The deadlock was finally broken in stoppage time. Karim Adeyemi finished off Borussia Dortmund clinically in the 90+4th minute, stunning the MHPArena. Just two minutes later, Julian Brandt sealed the victory, scoring the second goal in the 90+6th minute. This late double strike devastated Stuttgart and secured all three points for Dortmund.
Dortmund’s tactical changes and late efficiency proved decisive. Stuttgart had 67% possession and recorded 13 shots to just 5 for Dortmund. However, both teams managed 3 shots on goal, highlighting Dortmund’s clinical advantage. Expected goals (xG) were also tight: Stuttgart 0.58, Dortmund 0.5, underscoring the narrow margins.
This crucial away win extends Borussia Dortmund’s lead into second place, strengthening their grip on a coveted Champions League spot. For VfB Stuttgart, it was a heartbreaking result after a dominant display, but their performance indicates they remain strong contenders for European qualification.
