Match report
VfB Stuttgart 2–2 Union Berlin: A Thrilling Draw in Bundesliga
VfB Stuttgart
2–2
FT
Union Berlin
May 23, 2019
VfB Stuttgart and Union Berlin played to a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Bundesliga, showcasing the resilience and tactical acumen of both sides. The match saw early goals from Constantin Gentner and Sven Abdullahi, with Marko Gómez extending Stuttgart's lead before Marvin Friedrich equalized for Union Berlin.
Key Facts
- • VfB Stuttgart: Constantin Gentner (41'), Marko Gómez (51')
- • Union Berlin: Sven Abdullahi (43'), Marvin Friedrich (68')
- • Yellow cards: Christopher Trimmel (Union Berlin, 59'), Manuel O. Kempf (Stuttgart, 80'), Fabian Kroos (Union Berlin, 86')
Lineups
VfB Stuttgart
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Ron-Robert Zieler (G)
- 21 Benjamin Pavard (D)
- 18 Ozan Kabak (D)
- 4 Marc-Oliver Kempf (D)
- 2 Emiliano Insúa (D)
- 8 Gonzalo Castro (M)
- 20 Christian Gentner (M)
- 10 Daniel Didavi (M)
- 19 Chadrac Akolo (M)
- 22 Nicolás González (M)
- 11 Anastasios Donis (F)
Substitutes
- 13 Jens Grahl
- 24 Borna Sosa
- 3 Dennis Aogo
- 28 Holger Badstuber
- 9 Steven Zuber
- 14 Alexander Esswein
- 27 Mario Gómez
Union Berlin
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 Rafał Gikiewicz (G)
- 28 Christopher Trimmel (D)
- 5 Marvin Friedrich (D)
- 29 Michael Parensen (D)
- 14 Ken Reichel (D)
- 21 Grischa Prömel (M)
- 24 Manuel Schmiedebach (M)
- 32 Robert Žulj (M)
- 20 Suleiman Abdullahi (F)
- 10 Sebastian Andersson (F)
- 7 Marcel Hartel (F)
Substitutes
- 30 Lennart Moser
- 25 Christopher Lenz
- 18 Nicolai Rapp
- 8 Joshua Mees
- 11 Akaki Gogia
- 23 Felix Kroos
- 9 Sebastian Polter
Timeline
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41' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalC. Gentner · Assist: A. Donis -
43' Union Berlin Goal · Normal GoalS. Abdullahi · Assist: S. Andersson -
46' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Didavi · On: M. Gómez -
51' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalM. Gómez · Assist: N. Gonzalez -
59' Union Berlin Card · Yellow CardChristopher Trimmel -
60' Union Berlin subst · Substitution 1Off: M. Hartel · On: J. Mees -
68' Union Berlin Goal · Normal GoalM. Friedrich · Assist: Christopher Trimmel -
73' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Akolo · On: S. Zuber -
80' VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardM. O. Kempf -
80' Union Berlin subst · Substitution 2Off: S. Abdullahi · On: Akaki Gogia -
82' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 3Off: N. Gonzalez · On: A. Esswein -
84' Union Berlin subst · Substitution 3Off: Manuel Schmiedebach · On: F. Kroos -
86' Union Berlin Card · Yellow CardF. Kroos
Match Stats
| Stat | VfB Stuttgart | Union Berlin |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 14 | 14 |
| Pass Accuracy | 81% | 68% |
| Offsides | 2 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 13 | 16 |
| Corners | 6 | 6 |
| Total Passes | 477 | 311 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 6 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 6 |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 4 |
| Possession | 61% | 39% |
| Accurate Passes | 385 | 211 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 10 |
| Saves | 5 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 6 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Union Berlin Equalizes: Sven Abdullahi's goal in the 43rd minute balanced the match after Constantin Gentner's early strike for Stuttgart.
- ▸ Stuttgart's Second: Marko Gómez doubled the lead for Stuttgart with a goal in the 51st minute, putting pressure on Union Berlin to fight back.
- ▸ Friedrich's Impact: Marvin Friedrich's goal in the 68th minute leveled the score for Union Berlin, showcasing the team's determination and resilience.