VfB Stuttgart Team News Page 4 - Soccer

Jamie Leweling - Six crosses Tuesday Leweling recorded three shots (one on goal) and six crosses (one accurate) in Tuesday's 1-1 draw versus Sparta Prague.

Impact Leweling was busy throughout Tuesday's draw, sending in crosses and trying his luck on goal. In the end neither of those proved to be fruitful for the winger, who has taken a larger role in recent weeks. Leweling may not have the upside of some other Stuttgart attackers, but he has the ability to be a game changer and his volume is encouraging in all competitions.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Maximilian Mittelstadt - 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

Enzo Millot - Scores in draw Millot scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Sparta Prague.

Impact Millot opened the scoring early during Tuesday's clash, but was then denied the rest of the way. The midfielder has taken on a larger role in the Champions League, and has done well with the extra minutes. Still Stuttgart have a deep squad and Millot will see plenty of rotation, limiting his ceiling in any match.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Atakan Karazor - Ban reversed Karazor has had his suspension overturned by the DFB sports court, according to his club.

Impact Karazor will avoid a suspension, as the midfielder's second yellow card has been overturned, removing his red and only ending the match with a single yellow card. This puts him back into contention for their next match, in which he should start, as he has started in all six games to begin the season.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nikolas Nartey - Still not ready Nartey (knee) is out for Tuesday's match against Sparta Prague.

Impact Nartey is still waiting on his return dating back to last season, having not played since the 2022/23 campaign due to a cartilage issues in his knee. He was back training individually in early September, but with no recent updates, a return date is still unkown.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ameen Al-Dakhil - Remains out Al-Dakhil (hip) is out for Tuesday's match against Sparta Prague.

Impact Al-Dakhil is nearing a return but Tuesday came too early for the defender, as he has once again been left off the team sheet. However, with the player close to full health, he does have a solid chance of making his return when facing Hoffenheim on Sunday.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ameen Al-Dakhil - Nearing return Al-Dakhil (hip) returned to group training and is expected to return anytime now, according to his club, per George Moissidis of Kicker.

Impact Al-Dakhil has seen a major step in his recovery program, with the defender having joined full team training. This leaves him in a great spot, as the defender could now return at any point. He has yet to debut this season due to his issues, so it will be interesting to see what role he holds with his new club, possibly pushing for starting minutes immediately.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Maximilian Mittelstadt - 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

Deniz Undav - Scores late equalizer as sub Undav scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact Undav subbed on in the second half and scored the 2-2 equalizer in the 97th minute with his fifth goal in the season. The forward logged his first appearance off bench after five starts in a row. He also took the second-most shots for Sttutgart despite the limited time in the field.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Millot - Scores in road draw Millot scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact Millot missed the PK in the 32nd minute, but scored in the reboud to give Sttutgart the 1-1 equalizer with his third goal in the campaign. He also led his side in shots during the match, logging his second-best mark so far. The midfielder started in five of his six appearances in 2024-25.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Nubel - Makes zero saves at Wolfsburg Nubel had no saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Nubel did not make any saves for the first time in the season, but conceded twice as Sttutgart earned the road draw. The goalkeeper has no clean sheets in six starts so far. He will look for his first against Hoffenheim on Sunday, but first will hos Sparta Prague in UCL play on Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Josha Vagnoman - Added to injury list Vagnoman is out for Tuesday's match against Sparta Prague, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness. "Josha is a new addition. He took a blow to the foot in Wolfsburg and is unavaila...

Impact Vagnoman is heading to the sidelines following an injury that occurred Saturday, with the defender having taken a blow to the foot. Luckily, the issue doesn't appear to be serious, as they are already hoping for his addition Saturday against Hoffenheim. He is a regular starter, so this will force a change, with Pascal Stenzel as his likely replacement.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Undav with Last-Minute-Equalizer! | VfL Wolfsburg - VfB Stuttgart 2-2 | MD5 – Bundesliga 2024/25

SEPTEMBER 29 • YOUTUBE

Atakan Karazor - Sent off Saturday Karazor was sent off during Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg.

Impact Karazor was shown a red card during the second half of Saturday's clash, earning him a one-match ban. Yannik Keitel will likely be in line for a starting chance against Hoffenheim next time out in the Bundesliga, as Karazor remains an option for Tuesday's clash in the Champions League.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Diehl - Still out Diehl continues to sit out for Stuttgart with a dislocated shoulder.

Impact Diehl is still come time away from returning after dislocating his shoulder. He had only made one appearances off the bench since joining Stuttgart, collecting five crosses and one shot.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Dan Zagadou - Reinjures ACL Zagadou has reinjured his knee and is set to sit out indefinitely, per manager Sebastian HoeneB. "Zagadou has unfortunately injured the lateral ligament in his knee again and will...

Impact This is unfortunate news for Zagadou, who just returned from an ACL tear suffered in February. Returning after just seven months, the defender looked to have rushed his process and will now miss more time until he recovers fully. He only came off the bench three times, totaling just one interception and one clearances.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Atakan Karazor - First assist of season Karazor assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 5-1 win over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Karazor unselfishly setup Stuttgart's third goal Sunday with a header back across the goal frame to an open teammate for an easy tap-in. The assist was his first of the campaign. The veteran Stuttgart midfielder set a new career-best for assists in a single Bundesliga campaign last year, when he supplied four asisst over 33 appearances (31 starts) for Stuttgart.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Maximilian Mittelstadt - 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

El Bilal Toure - First Stuttgart goal Toure scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Toure entered the match Sunday for the final 12 minutes with the result no longer in the balance. The appearance marked the Atalanta-loanee's fourth appearance in all competitions since completing his move to the Bundesliga. Late in the second half, Toure positioned himself for a late tap in for his first Stuttgart and creating the 5 - 1 advantage. Toure scored three goals over 15 appearances (three starts) in all competitions for Atalanta during the 2023/2024 season.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ermedin Demirovic - Goals pouring in Demirovic scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 5-1 win versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Demirovic scored a free header in the first half Sunday to extend Stuttgart's lead over Dortmund in what would be a famous 5 - 1 victory. The goal marked the forward's second successive Bundesliga match with a goal and his fourth goal in four appearances (three starts) to begin the Bundesliga campaign. Demirovic can be depended upon to score goals in the German top flight, as evidenced by his 15 goals over 33 appearances (33 starts) for FC Augsburg during the 2023/2024 campaign.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Millot - Three goal contributions Millot scored one goal and assisted twice from four shots and two chances created in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Millot was the man pulling the strings for the Stuttgart attack Sunday as they trounced Broussia Dortmund in a 5 - 1 victory. The midfield dynamo scored a goal and provided two assists, including one after a dexterous dribble and run on the end line. The young French midfielder has carved a place out for himself in the Stuttgart starting XI, having started in 30 of his last 35 Bundesliga appearances dating back to the beginning of the 2023/2024 campaign.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Deniz Undav - Leads line with brace Undav scored two goals to go with seven shots (four on goal) in Sunday's 5-1 win versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Undav continued his blistering run of form Sunday, opening the scoring for Stuttgart in the first half before capping the match with his second goal, Stuttgart's fifth, late into stoppage time. Over his last three appearances (three starts) in all competitions, Undav has taken 14 shots (eight on target) and scored four goals. The forward netted 18 goals over 30 appearances (23 starts) for Stuttgart during the 2023/2024 campaign.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Nubel - Saves two in win Nubel recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 5-1 win against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Nubel had a slow day at the office Sunday, making two saves on just three Dortmund shots on target as Stuttgart raced to a 5 - 1 victory. Nubel has allowed eight goals and made 14 saves through four Bundesliga matches without recording a clean sheet to begin the 2024 campaign. He and the Stuttgart backline will continue their search for their first clean sheet when they travel to grapple with Wolfsburg who are averaging two goals per match through four Bundesliga matches.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 22 • YOUTUBE

Millot is asked to dance 🙂‍↔️⚽️

SEPTEMBER 22 • YOUTUBE

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