MAXIMILIAN MITTELSTADT NEWS

Provides assist in draw Mittelstadt assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Mittelstaedt put in a great display both offensively and defensively for VfB Stuttgart against Werder Bremen. In 89 minutes, the left back registered one assist, created two chances, and completed two of his four crosses. He also made two interceptions, won five of his seven duels, and was only dribbled past one time. Mittelstaedt will look to provide another all-around performance when Stuttgart visit Jahn Regensburg this Tuesday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sends in 12 crosses Mittelstadt was providing plenty of service in Stuttgart's 2-0 win over VfL Bochum Saturday, delivering 12 crosses and four corner kicks.

Impact Despite his impressive totals, Mittelstadt was unable to log an assist and only created one chance. He'll likely be more efficient against Red Star Belgrade Wednesday, as the side has conceded 16 goals across four Champions League matches.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles against Atalanta Mittelstadt registered three crosses (zero accurate), three clearances, one block and seven tackles (three won) in Wednesday's 2-0 loss against Atalanta.

Impact Mittelstadt did what he could to try to contain the Atalanta attackers and filled it up in the back, also attacking a little when given the chance. He recorded a new season high in tackles. He has amassed 14 (nine won) in the last five fixtures, posting 22 crosses (eight accurate), 12 clerances and seven chances created.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Nine crosses, five accurate Mittelstadt recorded nine crosses (five accurate) and five chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Holstein Kiel.

Impact It is one achievement for Mittelstadt to attempt more than 10 crosses in a game. It is another for him to get more than half of them considered accurate. Impressively, Mittelstadt will finish his October with two starts and zero assists but with 20 crosses (eight accurate) in barely over 200 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

11 crosses Sunday Mittelstadt recorded three shots (one on goal), 11 crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Hoffenheim. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Mittelstadt recorded a season-high 11 crosses Saturday and also recorded three accurate crosses in his second straight match. He also recorded his first shot on target of the season and created one chance on the attack. He was productive on the defensive end too as he won four tackles, made two clearances and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Assists early Mittelstadt assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Sparta Prague.

Impact Mittelstadt provided the assist for Enzo Millot's goal early on in Tuesday's Champions League draw. The left-back has been excellent throughout the last season with Stuttgart and is the unquestioned top choice on the left side of the defense. Mittelstadt will hope to keep the good form rolling during a busy period with action across three competitions.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Assists equalizer at Wolfsburg Mittelstadt assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact Mittelstadt created Deniz Udav's late equalizer in the 97th minute to give Sttutgart one point on the road with his third assist in the campaign. He also took the second-most shots for his side with a season-high three. The left-back helped on defense as well, leading them in interceptions (four).

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists in blowout Mittelstadt assisted twice to go with five crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 5-1 win versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Mittlestadt showcased his precision passing skills Sunday, supplying two assists as Stuttgart easily dispatched of Borussia Dortmund 5 - 1. The fullback slipped through a pass from the midfield to setup Stuttgart's first goal before a cross from the fullback setup a second. Mittlestadt had just four assists over 31 appearances (23 starts) for Stuttgart during the 2023/2024 season. The crafty German international already has two assists over four Bundesliga appearances (three starts) to begin the 2024/2025 season.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in Champions League Mittelstadt struggled to get involved and was shown a yellow card during Tuesday's 3-1 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Mittelstadt was always in for a difficult match against the reigning champions, and it was as tough as advertised. The left-back was struggling throughout to contain Rodrygo, who ran rampant down the left flank. Still Mittelstadt has plenty of upside in the Bundesliga and should be a nearly guaranteed starter moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain for opener Mittelstadt (strain) is in doubt for Saturday's trip to Freiburg, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness.

Impact Mittelstadt is in doubt Saturday due to a muscular issue. The wing-back would be a major loss if he can't play Saturday. If Mittelstadt can't play, Franz Kraztig could be brought into the starting XI though it's unclear if he's considered part of the first team.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Wednesday Mittelstadt assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Hungary. In addition, he was gi...

Impact Mittelstadt has constantly moved the lines forward from his left-back position, and he was finally able to participate directly in a goal in this win, as his low cross allowed Ilkay Gundogan to double Germany's lead in the second half. The left-back has been a consistent performer on the left side of the German defensive line, and he should remain in the starting lineup going forward. Through two matches, Mittelstadt has 15 crosses (three accurate).

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Great effort on both sides of ball Mittelstadt had seven crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Werder Bremen.

Impact Mittlestadt saw a great match on both ends of the field Sunday, as he notched two chances created and seven crosses in the attack to go along with six tackles, two clearances and one interception in the defense. The midfielder has now started and played the full 90 in the club's past six games, registering 10 interceptions, 19 clearances, 24 tackles and 24 crosses to go along with one assist on eight chances created during that span.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses and clean sheet Mittelstadt had five crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Mittelstadt helped his side keep another clean sheet Saturday, the third in his last four matches. He tied a season high with seven clearances, attempted two tackles and blocked one shot on the defensive end. He also recorded five crosses for the seventh time this season as he played the full 90 minutes once again.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in start Mittelstadt assisted once to go with five crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact For Stuttgart's first game of March, Mittelstadt was added back into the team's starting XI and logged the assist to a goal scored by Serhou Guirassy. The former is on quite a roll as of late, with two goals to go along with his assist across his last four starts.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in loss Mittelstadt recorded one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Bayern Munich. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 31st minute.

Impact Mittelstadt failed to produce too much during Sunday's one-sided loss, struggling to put his name on the scoresheet. It wasn't an awful showing but he didn't live up to his previously strong appearances. Still this is the toughest match on the schedule and anything moving forward should be more favorable.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers first assist Mittelstadt assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Mainz.

Impact Mittelstadt entered the match in the 68h minute and was quick to make an impact, assisting on his side's second goal, in the 84th minute. It was a crucial effort, as the goal put his team back on top, after they lost the lead 15 minutes earlier. The assist represents Mittelstadt's first point with Stuttgart and puts him off to a relatively good start in relation to his point totals from previous years.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Mittelstadt is on the bench for Friday's match against Leipzig.

Impact Mittelstadt will make his return to the team sheet after suffering a knee injury that sidelined him for the past two months. His addition back into the squad adds depth more than anything and gives Stuttgart another reliable substitute. He has a chance of making his club debut Friday, but it is still questionable if he will even see the field as a substitute after just returning from injury.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Too early to return Mittelstadt (knee) will not be available for Saturday's match against Bochum.

Impact Mittelstadt was able to take part in training this week, but will need at least a week of full training before returning to the pitch. He joined the club from Hertha Berlin in June, spending the last eight years in the Bundesliga. However, the midfielder only made seven starts in 17 appearances last season, averaging about 2.2 crosses and tackles per match.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Mittelstadt (knee) took part in team training Tuesday, Kicker reports.

Impact Mittelstadt continues to work back from a knee ligament strain and was active in team training Tuesday. The wing-back is on track to make his way back for Saturday's Bundesliga opener against Bochum, as expected.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back for Bundesliga Mittelstadt (knee) is out for Saturday's DFB Pokal clash with TSG Balingen, but is expected to return before an Aug. 19 Bundesliga opener against Bochum, according to manager Sebas...

Impact Mittelstadt suffered the knee strain early in pre-season but is progressing on pace to return for the open of the Bundesliga season. The wing-back could compete for time in the starting XI though with Born Sosa remaining in Stuttgart it's likely Mittelstadt will be a rotational option at first.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Mittelstadt (knee) was seen running on the pitch and working individually Tuesday.

Impact It was a positive to see Mittelstadt back in individual training after sustaining an MCL injury to his knee. His timetable of return before the start of the season is still unclear, but he is making good progress in his recovery. The German spent the last eight years with Hertha Berlin, but with their relegation to Bundesliga 2 he decided to make a move to Stuttgart for the 2023/24 campaign.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee injury in training Mittelstadt strained his MCL while training and will be unavailable "for the time being," Stuttgart announced Tuesday.

Impact Mittelstadt's start to life at his new club Stuttgart suffered a slight hitch as he injured his knee on Tuesday. The severity of the issue is unclear at this time, but he still has just over a month until the Bundesliga campaign begins on Aug. 19.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Stuttgart Mittelstadt has signed a three-year contract with VfB Stuttgart after transferring from Hertha Berlin, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Mittelstadt has scored four goals with 19 assists across 157 appearances in all competitions for Hertha's senior team since coming up from the youth sides in 2015, but his playing time tapered off a bit this season as he played just 17 Bundesliga games (seven starts) as Hertha was relegated. The 26-year-old is now moving to Stuttgart, where he is likely to at least start out as the backup to Borna Sosa at left-back/left wing-back.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Hertha Mittelstadt has signed a four-and-a-half-year contract extension with Hertha Berlin, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Mittelstadt has been used a little sparingly this season behind Marvin Plattenhardt at left-back with just seven Bundesliga appearances (two starts), and he's on track to finish with his lowest amount of playing time since 2017/18. But the 25-year-old has now signed on with Hertha through the 2026/27 campaign as he's been with the club for more than a decade already.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sees limited playing time Mittelstadt made seven appearances (two starts) during the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Mittelstadt has had next to no playing time and is on pace for a new career-low in minutes played and appearances since breaking into the first team. The defender showed strong offensive upside while on the pitch in the 2021/22 campaign, but has shown nothing of the sort in the 2022/23 edition. Mittelstadt will hope to find more playing time, and consistent minutes off the bench in the second half of the Bundesliga.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE