FC Augsburg vs VfB Stuttgart Highlights and Targets
Bundesliga
6:30 PMMarch 22, 2026
Common Season – 27
WWK Area
Referee: Felix Zwayer, Germany
FC Augsburg
VfB Stuttgart
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1.20
Anticipated targets (xG)
3.77
Passing
283 (79%)
Correct passes
481 (84%)
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1
G
Finn Dahmen
16
D
Cedric Zesiger
31
D
Keven Schlotterbeck (C)
40
D
Noahkai Banks
M
Dimitrios Giannoulis
79′ Foul
4
M
Han-Noah Massengo
8
M
Elvis Rexhbeçaj
19
M
Robin Fellhauer
20
F
Alexis Claude-Maurice
F
Fabian Rieder
57′
21
F
Rodrigo Ribeiro
Bundesliga Standings – Bundesliga
Qualification/Relegation
- Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- Convention League Qualification
- Relegation Playoffs
- Relegation
VfB Stuttgart delivered a dominant efficiency, scoring 5 targets previous FC Augsburg on the WWK Area. Deniz Undav netted twice, main his aspect to a decisive 5-2 Bundesliga victory.
VfB Stuttgart arrived in robust kind, sitting comfortably in fourth place with 50 factors and aiming to solidify their Champions League ambitions. FC Augsburg, in the meantime, occupied ninth spot with 31 factors, seeking to bounce again from current losses and climb the mid-table. This conflict was essential for each groups’ respective season aims.
Stuttgart wasted no time asserting their authority. Simply 12 minutes in, Deniz Undav opened the scoring, slotting dwelling to offer the guests an early lead. His medical strike set the tone for a high-scoring encounter.
The momentum continued for Stuttgart, fueled by robust midfield play. Tiago Tomás doubled their benefit within the twenty ninth minute, latching onto a exact cross from Nikolas Nartey. Augsburg struggled to comprise Stuttgart’s attacking circulate.
Earlier than Augsburg may get well, Stuttgart struck once more in speedy succession. Nikolas Nartey then turned scorer simply two minutes later, within the thirty first minute, with Maximilian Mittelstädt offering the help. This quick-fire double left the house aspect surprised, trailing 3-0 at halftime.
On the break, FC Augsburg confronted an uphill battle. Supervisor Jess Thorup made three adjustments, bringing on Ribeiro, Banks, and Kade to spark a much-needed comeback. They hoped to discover a method again into the sport.
The adjustments appeared to inject some life into Augsburg. Fabian Rieder pulled one again for the hosts within the 57th minute, providing a glimmer of hope. The WWK Area briefly roared with renewed optimism.
Nonetheless, Stuttgart shortly extinguished any ideas of a comeback. Solely a minute later, within the 58th minute, Undav restored Stuttgart’s three-goal benefit along with his second purpose of the match. His fast response was a dagger to Augsburg’s hopes.
Augsburg continued to combat regardless of the scoreline. A second purpose for the house aspect arrived within the 71st minute, this time from A. Kade. This late purpose supplied little greater than a comfort, however confirmed resilience.
Because the match entered its remaining phases, Stuttgart sealed their emphatic victory. Ermedin Demirović got here off the bench so as to add a fifth purpose for the guests within the 83rd minute, assisted by Undav. It was a becoming finish to a dominant show.
The statistics mirrored Stuttgart’s superiority, with 61% possession and a formidable 3.77 xG in comparison with Augsburg’s 1.2 xG. Stuttgart additionally had 8 photographs on course from 13 whole, whereas Augsburg managed 7 photographs on course from 13 whole. Deniz Undav was distinctive, contributing two targets and an help.
This important 5-2 win strengthens VfB Stuttgart’s grip on a Champions League spot. For FC Augsburg, the heavy defeat marked one other setback, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities they have to deal with shortly. They’ll look to regroup within the coming weeks.
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