Match report

Verl Stuns Stuttgart II 4-0 in 3. Liga Clash

Verl
Verl
4–0
FT
Stuttgart II
Stuttgart II
Feb 1, 2026

In a stunning display of dominance, Verl secured a comprehensive 4–0 win against Stuttgart II in their latest 3. Liga fixture. The match saw early setbacks for Stuttgart II as D. Nothnagel received two yellow cards within minutes and was subsequently sent off. This pivotal moment set the stage for Verl to capitalize on their numerical advantage, scoring four goals throughout the game.

Key Facts

  • • Verl secured a 4–0 victory over Stuttgart II in the 3. Liga.
  • • Stuttgart II's D. Nothnagel was sent off after two yellow cards within three minutes (45' +2).
  • • M. Worner opened the scoring for Verl at 56', assisted by Niko Kijewski.
  • • J. Arweiler and T. Gayret added to Verl's tally, with B. Taz converting a penalty in the final stages (68').

Lineups

Verl

Formation: 4-1-4-1

Starting XI

  • 1 P. Schulze (G)
  • 20 O. Mhamdi (D)
  • 5 M. Ens
  • 34 F. Otto (D)
  • 19 N. Kijewski (D)
  • 30 T. Gayret (M)
  • 11 M. Worner (M)
  • 6 J. Eze (M)
  • 8 D. Waidner (M)
  • 23 A. Besio (M)
  • 10 B. Taz (F)

Substitutes

  • 32 F. Pekruhl
  • 2 R. Araoye
  • 7 J. Stark
  • 9 J. Arweiler
  • 14 P. Lehmann
  • 17 A. Mesanovic
  • 18 F. Wessig
  • 24 M. Stocker
  • 26 A. Foti

Stuttgart II

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 1 F. Hellstern (G)
  • 24 C. Olivier (D)
  • 13 T. Kohler (D)
  • 29 D. Nothnagel (D)
  • 16 L. Meyer (D)
  • 23 Y. Spalt (M)
  • 5 M. Catovic (M)
  • 31 N. Darvich (M)
  • 10 N. Sessa (M)
  • 26 J. Diehl (M)
  • 27 M. Ouro-Tagba (F)

Substitutes

  • 33 J. von der Felsen
  • 4 M. Herwerth
  • 6 A. Groiss
  • 49 L. Penna
  • 18 J. Luers
  • 19 K. Fressle
  • 2 A. Janjic
  • — M. Tsigkas
  • 39 N. Jatta

Timeline

  1. Stuttgart II
    38' Stuttgart II Card · Yellow Card
    D. Nothnagel

    Foul

  2. Stuttgart II
    45'+2 Stuttgart II Card · Yellow Card
    D. Nothnagel

    Foul

  3. Stuttgart II
    45'+2 Stuttgart II Card · Red Card
    D. Nothnagel

    Foul

  4. Stuttgart II
    46' Stuttgart II subst · Substitution 1
    Off: N. Sessa · On: M. Herwerth
  5. Verl
    48' Verl Card · Yellow Card
    Joshua Eze

    Foul

  6. Verl
    56' Verl Goal · Normal Goal
    M. Worner · Assist: Niko Kijewski
  7. Verl
    57' Verl subst · Substitution 1
    Off: M. Worner · On: J. Arweiler
  8. Verl
    57' Verl subst · Substitution 2
    Off: Joshua Eze · On: A. Foti
  9. Verl
    59' Verl Goal · Normal Goal
    J. Arweiler · Assist: B. Taz
  10. Stuttgart II
    60' Stuttgart II subst · Substitution 2
    Off: J. Diehl · On: A. Groiss
  11. Stuttgart II
    60' Stuttgart II subst · Substitution 3
    Off: T. Kohler · On: J. Luers
  12. Verl
    61' Verl Goal · Normal Goal
    T. Gayret
  13. Stuttgart II
    66' Stuttgart II Card · Yellow Card
    Mirza Catovic

    Foul

  14. Stuttgart II
    67' Stuttgart II Card · Yellow Card
    N. Darvich

    Argument

  15. Verl
    68' Verl Goal · Penalty
    B. Taz
  16. Stuttgart II
    69' Stuttgart II subst · Substitution 4
    Off: N. Darvich · On: L. Penna
  17. Verl
    71' Verl subst · Substitution 3
    Off: D. Waidner · On: J. Stark
  18. Verl
    71' Verl subst · Substitution 4
    Off: Niko Kijewski · On: M. Stocker
  19. Verl
    76' Verl subst · Substitution 5
    Off: B. Taz · On: F. Wessig
  20. Stuttgart II
    79' Stuttgart II subst · Substitution 5
    Off: M. Ouro-Tagba · On: N. Jatta
  21. Verl
    90'+4 Verl Card · Yellow Card
    T. Gayret

    Foul

Match Stats

Stat Verl Stuttgart II
Fouls 14 13
Pass Accuracy 89% 78%
Offsides 1 3
Red Cards 0 1
Total Shots 13 11
Corners 6 4
Total Passes 637 237
Yellow Cards 3 4
Blocked Shots 3 5
Shots on Target 9 2
xG 2.67 1.47
Shots off Target 1 4
Possession 65% 35%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 565 185
Shots Inside Box 9 7
Saves 2 5
Shots Outside Box 4 4

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ D. Nothnagel's dismissal from Stuttgart II at 45' +2 marked a significant turning point as Verl capitalized on their one-man advantage.
  • ▸ Verl's quick goals (56', 59') following the red card created a substantial lead and psychological boost, ultimately leading to their dominant win.