Match report
Bayern Munich Defeats VfB Stuttgart 5-0 in Bundesliga Clash
VfB Stuttgart
0–5
FT
Bayern Munich
Dec 6, 2025
Bayern Munich made short work of VfB Stuttgart with a commanding 5-0 victory at the Mercedes-Benz Arena, showcasing a ruthless efficiency throughout the game. Early goals by Konrad Laimer and Harry Kane set the tone, while later strikes from Josko Gvardiol and two more from Kane sealed the deal. The loss marked yet another setback for Stuttgart, who struggled to cope with Bayern's relentless attack.
Key Facts
- • Konrad Laimer opened the scoring in the 11th minute with an assist by Michael Olise.
- • Harry Kane scored twice (66', 82') and provided a key assist, including one for Josko Gvardiol's goal at 78'.
- • Lorenz Assignon received a red card for Stuttgart at the 81st minute following professional handball.
- • Stuttgart had multiple players cautioned: A. Al Dakhil (2'), J. Leweling (4').
Lineups
VfB Stuttgart
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 33 A. Nubel (G)
- 4 J. Vagnoman (D)
- 2 A. Al Dakhil (D)
- 3 R. Hendriks (D)
- 7 M. Mittelstadt (D)
- 30 C. Andres (M)
- 6 A. Stiller (M)
- 28 N. Nartey (M)
- 11 B. El Khannouss (M)
- 18 J. Leweling (M)
- 26 D. Undav (F)
Substitutes
- 1 F. Bredlow
- 29 F. Jeltsch
- 24 J. Chabot
- 22 L. Assignon
- 16 A. Karazor
- 10 C. Fuhrich
- 45 L. Jovanovic
- 27 B. Bouanani
- 8 T. Tomas
Bayern Munich
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 40 J. Urbig (G)
- 27 K. Laimer (D)
- 2 D. Upamecano (D)
- 3 Kim Min-Jae (D)
- 20 T. Bischof (D)
- 6 J. Kimmich (M)
- 8 L. Goretzka (M)
- 17 M. Olise (M)
- 22 R. Guerreiro (M)
- 14 L. Diaz (M)
- 11 N. Jackson (F)
Substitutes
- 1 M. Neuer
- 26 S. Ulreich
- 4 J. Tah
- 21 H. Ito
- 44 J. Stanisic
- 42 L. Karl
- 45 A. Pavlovic
- 7 S. Gnabry
- 9 H. Kane
Timeline
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2' VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardA. Al DakhilFoul
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4' VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardJ. LewelingFoul
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11' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalKonrad Laimer · Assist: M. Olise -
39' Bayern Munich Card · Yellow CardT. BischofFoul
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43' VfB Stuttgart Var · Goal cancelledN. Nartey -
44' Bayern Munich Card · Yellow CardD. UpamecanoFoul
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46' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 1Off: T. Bischof · On: J. Stanisic -
58' Bayern Munich Card · Yellow CardL. GoretzkaFoul
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60' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 2Off: N. Jackson · On: H. Kane -
61' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 1Off: N. Nartey · On: C. Fuhrich -
61' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 3Off: R. Guerreiro · On: L. Karl -
61' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 4Off: L. Goretzka · On: A. Pavlovic -
62' Bayern Munich Card · Yellow CardL. DíazFoul
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66' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalH. Kane · Assist: J. Kimmich -
74' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Vagnoman · On: Lorenz Assignon -
74' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 3Off: B. El Khannouss · On: T. Tomas -
78' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalJ. Stanisic · Assist: L. Díaz -
81' VfB Stuttgart Card · Red CardLorenz AssignonProfessional handball
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82' Bayern Munich Goal · PenaltyH. Kane -
83' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Upamecano · On: H. Ito -
88' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalH. Kane · Assist: M. Olise -
89' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 4Off: D. Undav · On: F. Jeltsch -
89' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 5Off: J. Leweling · On: A. Karazor
Match Stats
| Stat | VfB Stuttgart | Bayern Munich |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 6 | 11 |
| Pass Accuracy | 81% | 87% |
| Offsides | 5 | 5 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 13 | 19 |
| Corners | 3 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 381 | 561 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 1 | 11 |
| xG | 0.88 | 3.54 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 5 |
| Possession | 41% | 59% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 307 | 486 |
| Shots Inside Box | 9 | 15 |
| Saves | 5 | 1 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The early goal by Konrad Laimer in the 11th minute set a confident tone for Bayern Munich, who were already dominating possession and control.
- ▸ Harry Kane's first goal at the 66-minute mark solidified Bayern's lead after Stuttgart had several chances denied by VAR.
- ▸ Stuttgart's red card to Lorenz Assignon in the 81st minute further diminished their defensive capabilities, allowing Kane another two goals.