VfB Stuttgart Team News - Soccer

Dan Zagadou - Joins team for training Zagadou (undisclosed) trained with his teammates ahead of Thursday's match against Celtic, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness. "Dan-Axel also trains with the team again."

Impact Zagadou is training again this week but is making a push to play, with the defender able to train with his teammates. This will likely leave him as a late call heading into most matches moving forward until he actually makes his return, on the brink of seeing the field again. He has yet to play since November, appearing in three games before the injury but mainly going unused.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Justin Diehl - Trains ahead of Thursday Diehl (undisclosed) trained with the team ahead of Thursday's match against Celtic, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness. "Justin also trains with the team again."

Impact Diehl looks to be a late call for Thursday and could potentially be a bench option, as the forward did join the team for training. He has yet to appear all season for the club, so this is good news for the forward. However, he only appeared in six games off the bench last season, still trying to find a role in the squad.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Angelo Stiller - Available Thursday Stiller (knee) trained with the team Wednesday and is available for Thursday's Europa League clash against Celtic Glasgow, coach Sebastian Hoeness said in the press conference. "St...

Impact Stiller trained with the team Wednesday and is available for Thursday's Europa League clash against Celtic Glasgow after being forced off with a knee scare in the last match against Heidenheim. The midfielder is a locked-in starter when fully fit, and his availability provides a significant boost for the side.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Julian Chabot - Suspended in Europa League Chabot is suspended again for one game in the Europa League due to yellow cards accumulation, the UEFA announced.

Impact Chabot is set to miss the second leg against Celtic after picking up two additional yellow cards in the Europa League, triggering a suspension at a critical moment. The center-back has been a steady, locked-in starter for Stuttgart, so his absence leaves a real gap in the heart of the defense. With the back line needing a reshuffle, Ramon Hendriks is expected to step in and handle duties in central defense for that matchup.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Angelo Stiller - Injury not serious Stiller (knee) could resume team training Wednesday after undergoing exams that revealed that the injury he suffered in Sunday's draw against Heidenheim wasn't serious, according t...

Impact Stiller avoided any structural or ligament damage in Sunday's draw against Heidenheim and is already trending toward a return to full team training on Wednesday. Thursday's Europa League clash against Celtic may come a bit too soon, but he could be in the mix to be available for Sunday's matchup with Wolfsburg. That said, until he fully regains his spot in the starting XI, Chema stands as the most natural plug-and-play option in the middle of the park.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Nubel - Allows three Nubel had three saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Nubel allowed three goals on six shots during Sunday's clash. It's a fine performance, but with the type of chances he conceded he would have hoped for the win at least. Nubel has been solid this season, so it's more likely than not this is merely a blip on what has been a good season overall.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nikolas Nartey - Assists on lone chance Nartey assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Nartey created one chance during Sunday's draw, but it was a crucial one, as he earned an assist on that. In a three-all draw with both teams throwing everything forward it proved to be a hugely important assist. Nartey has played limited minutes of late, so he's hard to trust, despite this clutch assist for the draw.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Fuhrich - Scores in goalfest Fuhrich scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-3 draw against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Fuhrich got in on the scoring fun during Sunday's clash, adding a third goal during an all-action showdown with Heidenheim. The winger put both of his shots on goal and scored one, and came inches away from an assist later in the match. Fuhrich will hope to build on this form moving forward in domestic action.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Maximilian Mittelstadt - Scores Sunday Mittelstadt scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Mittelstadt added his name to the scoresheet with a goal during the three-all draw against Heidenheim. The full-back isn't a huge goalscoring threat, but he was excellent during Sunday's clash. He got forward for a goal that proved to be hugely important during the draw. Mittelstadt isn't likely to be a consistent goalscorer just due to his role, despite this goal.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deniz Undav - Nets in draw Undav scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Undav scored once on four shots during Sunday's all-action draw. It was a chaotic match with both teams scoring for fun throughout, and Undav played a big part in that. He was excellent throughout the match and got on the scoresheet once, with another two near misses. Undav will hope to build on this goal against some tougher defensive opponents.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Angelo Stiller - Suffers knee injury Stiller (knee) was forced off in the 78th minute of Sunday's 3-3 draw against Heidenheim due to injury and will need to be assessed, coach Sebastian Hoeness said to the media, acco...

Impact Stiller took a heavy challenge in the second half of Sunday's draw against Heidenheim and now heads for scans to determine the full extent of the knee injury he suffered. The club is holding its breath, hoping it's nothing serious, because he has been a locked-in presence in the middle of the park for Stuttgart. If he's forced to miss time, it would trigger a shake-up in the starting setup, with Chema the most likely candidate to step in and hold down the role until Stiller is back.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nikolas Nartey - Assists off bench against Celtic Nartey (undisclosed) registered an assist along with two shots (zero on goal) and three chances created as a substitute in Thursday's UEFA Europa League win over Celtic.

Impact Nartey had a solid performance in his return to the match squad following a two-game absence in league play. The central man replaced Bilal El Khannouss in the 72nd minute and set up the team's final goal in stoppage time of the UEL clash. While Nartey now has a chance to see increased playing time, it may not be easy for him to oust El Khanouss, Deniz Undav and Chris Fuhrich in attacking spots.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Luca Jaquez - Back in action Thursday Jaquez (illness) made one clearance and one block as a substitute in Thursday's UEFA Europa League win over Celtic.

Impact Jaquez was given 12 minutes on the pitch in Jeff Chabot's place against the Scottish side. The young defender is now an option alongside Chabot and Finn Jeltsch in the middle of the back line and could be a source of clearances when he's on the field. However, it's unlikely that Jaquez will take over a starting role right away.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Justin Diehl - Absent Thursday Diehl is dealing with an injury and will be excluded from the match squad for Thursday's UEFA Europa League visit to Celtic, with coach Sebastian Hoeness ruling him out prior to th...

Impact Diehl is likely to miss an undisclosed period, but his absence might not really be a blow for a side that has barely given him opportunities throughout the season. Thus, both Chris Fuhrich and Jamie Leweling should be expected to stay active on the flanks.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Nikolas Nartey - Could return in UEL game Nartey (undisclosed) is expected to be an option Thursday against Celtic in Europa League action, coach Sebastian Hoeness revealed Wednesday.

Impact Nartey was unable to play in the previous couple of matches due to a minor issue, but he had made nine Bundesliga starts in two months before that. While he hasn't been involved in many goals, scoring just once over 18 appearances in 2025/26, he may eventually be chosen again over Deniz Undav or Chris Fuhrich.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Jaquez - Available for Europa League Jaquez (illness) is ready to play in Thursday's UEFA Europa League play-off clash with Celtic, with coach Sebastian Hoeness confirming his availability in press conference.

Impact Jaquez has barely played in 2026 due to injuries and illness, but he could return for a few minutes in the European competition. In that case, the defender will challenge Jeff Chabot and Finn Jeltsch in the middle spots and could be trusted mainly for clearances if given meaningful time on the field.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Angelo Stiller - Assists as substitute Stiller assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win over 1. FC Koln.

Impact Stiller replaced Chema in the 83rd minute and then set up Deniz Undav in the 92nd minute. Stiller also made a tackle and a clearance. He has featured in all 22 games, starting 18 times and has contributed to six goals this campaign.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jamie Leweling - Sets up opener Leweling assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against 1. FC Koln.

Impact Leweling headed down Chris Fuhrich's pass perfectly in the path of Ermedin Demirovic for the opener. Leweling also recorded a clearance. He has now accumulated three goal contributions in his last four appearances and is up to 11 goal contributions for the campaign.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Ramon Hendriks - Assists as substitute Hendriks assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Hendriks replaced Maximilian Mittelstadt in the 77th minute and set up Ermedin Demirovic in the 84th minute with a fabulous cross. Hendriks has featured in 19 games and has now set up two goals in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Deniz Undav - Nets on Saturday Undav scored one goal to go with six shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 victory against 1. FC Koln.

Impact Undav netted in the 92nd minute assisted by Angelo Stillerand secured all three points. Undav recorded the most shots in the game and also contributed defensively with three tackles and two clearances. He has now accumulated seven goal contributions in his last seven games and is up to 12 goals for the campaign.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Ermedin Demirovic - Nets brace on Saturday Demirovic scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win over 1. FC Koln. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 60th minute.

Impact Demirovic opened the scoring in the 15th minute by converting Jamie Leweling's headed layoff. Demirovic netted again in the 84th minute by turning in Ramon Hendriks' fabulous cross. Demirovic has now netted thrice in the last three games and is up to seven goals for the campaign.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Alexander Nubel - Lets in one Nubel recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 win over 1. FC Koln.

Impact Nubel kept out all threat but was chipped by Ragnar Ache for the equalizer in the 79th minute. Nubel has now recorded 14 saves and three clearances in the last five games. Next, he squares off against Celtic in the Europa League on Thursday before a trip to FC Heidenheim on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 14 • YOUTUBE

Luca Jaquez - Ruled out due to illness Jaquez (illness) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Koln.

Impact Jaquez remains unavailable for Saturday's clash against Koln despite returning to the training pitch this week. The defender is nearing full fitness, but Stuttgart will likely be cautious as he works his way back from his extended spell on the sidelines.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Tiago Tomas - Returns as substitute Saturday Tomas (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Koln.

Impact Tomas is back on the bench for Saturday's match against Koln after missing the last eight matches due to injury. The forward had been operating in a rotational role prior to the setback and is expected to ease back into that role moving forward.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

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