Match report
VfB Stuttgart Defeats Eintracht Frankfurt 3-2 in Thrilling Bundesliga Clash
VfB Stuttgart
3–2
FT
Eintracht Frankfurt
Jan 13, 2026
VfB Stuttgart staged a remarkable comeback against Eintracht Frankfurt, overcoming an early deficit to secure a thrilling 3-2 victory in the Bundesliga. The game saw goals from Ermedin Demirović and Nartey for VfB Stuttgart, while Eintracht Frankfurt relied on Kristensen and Amaimouni's efforts. This result significantly boosts VfB Stuttgart’s standings in the league.
Key Facts
- • Final score: VfB Stuttgart 3-2 Eintracht Frankfurt
- • Goals for VfB Stuttgart: Ermedin Demirović (27'), D. Undav (35'), N. Nartey (87')
- • Eintracht Frankfurt goals: R. Kristensen (5'), A. Amaimouni (80')
- • Yellow cards: Jeff Chabot for VfB Stuttgart, Arthur Theate for Eintracht Frankfurt
Lineups
VfB Stuttgart
Formation: 4-2-2-2
Starting XI
- 33 A. Nubel (G)
- 4 J. Vagnoman (D)
- 3 R. Hendriks (D)
- 24 J. Chabot (D)
- 7 M. Mittelstadt (D)
- 16 A. Karazor (M)
- 6 A. Stiller (M)
- 18 J. Leweling (M)
- 10 C. Fuhrich (M)
- 26 D. Undav (F)
- 9 E. Demirovic (F)
Substitutes
- 1 F. Bredlow
- 29 F. Jeltsch
- 22 L. Assignon
- 20 L. Stergiou
- 15 P. Stenzel
- 30 C. Andres
- 28 N. Nartey
- 27 B. Bouanani
- 25 Jeremy Arevalo
Eintracht Frankfurt
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 40 Kaua Santos (G)
- 13 R. Kristensen (D)
- 4 R. Koch (D)
- 5 A. Amenda (D)
- 3 A. Theate (D)
- 20 R. Doan (M)
- 15 E. Skhiri (M)
- 6 O. Hojlund (M)
- 7 A. Knauff (M)
- 25 A. Kalimuendo (F)
- 11 Y. Ebnoutalib (F)
Substitutes
- 23 M. Zetterer
- 24 Buta
- 26 K. Kosugi
- 34 N. Collins
- 41 F. Doumbia
- 18 M. Dahoud
- 27 M. Gotze
- 19 J. Bahoya
- 29 A. Amaimouni
Timeline
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5' Eintracht Frankfurt Goal · Normal GoalR. Kristensen · Assist: R. Doan -
9' Eintracht Frankfurt Card · Yellow CardA. KalimuendoFoul
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20' Eintracht Frankfurt subst · Substitution 1Off: Y. Ebnoutalib · On: J. Bahoya -
27' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalErmedin Demirović -
35' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalD. Undav · Assist: J. Vagnoman -
56' VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardJeff ChabotFoul
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59' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 1Off: Ermedin Demirović · On: N. Nartey -
66' Eintracht Frankfurt subst · Substitution 2Off: O. Hojlund · On: M. Dahoud -
67' Eintracht Frankfurt subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Knauff · On: M. Gotze -
74' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 2Off: Jeff Chabot · On: F. Jeltsch -
75' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 3Off: C. Fuhrich · On: B. Bouanani -
77' Eintracht Frankfurt subst · Substitution 4Off: E. Skhiri · On: Nnamdi Collins -
77' Eintracht Frankfurt subst · Substitution 5Off: R. Doan · On: A. Amaimouni -
80' Eintracht Frankfurt Goal · Normal GoalA. Amaimouni · Assist: M. Dahoud -
87' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalN. Nartey · Assist: J. Vagnoman -
90'+3 VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Leweling · On: Lorenz Assignon -
90'+3 VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 5Off: Maximilian Mittelstädt · On: L. Stergiou -
90'+6 Eintracht Frankfurt Card · Yellow CardArthur TheateFoul
Match Stats
| Stat | VfB Stuttgart | Eintracht Frankfurt |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 8 | 15 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 75% |
| Offsides | 6 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 20 | 12 |
| Corners | 10 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 479 | 348 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 11 | 5 |
| xG | 2.31 | 0.98 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 4 |
| Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 395 | 262 |
| Shots Inside Box | 15 | 8 |
| Saves | 3 | 8 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Eintracht Frankfurt took an early lead with R. Kristensen scoring in the 5th minute.
- ▸ VfB Stuttgart turned the match around with quick goals from Ermedin Demirović and D. Undav, leveling the score by the 35th minute.
- ▸ Amaimouni's goal for Eintracht Frankfurt in the 80th minute rekindled their hopes, but Nartey sealed VfB Stuttgart’s victory with a late strike.