Match report
VfB Stuttgart Defeats SC Freiburg 1-0 in Bundesliga Clash
VfB Stuttgart
1–0
FT
SC Freiburg
Feb 1, 2026
VfB Stuttgart held off a resilient challenge from SC Freiburg to secure a crucial 1-0 win, thanks to Ermedin Demirović's late goal. The victory lifts VfB Stuttgart in the Bundesliga standings and marks a tough day for Freiburg.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: VfB Stuttgart 1-0 SC Freiburg
- • Goal: Ermedin Demirović (89') for VfB Stuttgart
- • Yellow Cards: A. Karazor and Ermedin Demirović (VfB Stuttgart), J. Beste (SC Freiburg)
- • Substitutions: Several key substitutions were made by both teams, including Nartey and Hendriks coming in for VfB Stuttgart
Lineups
VfB Stuttgart
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 33 A. Nubel (G)
- 4 J. Vagnoman (D)
- 29 F. Jeltsch (D)
- 24 J. Chabot (D)
- 3 R. Hendriks (D)
- 16 A. Karazor (M)
- 6 A. Stiller (M)
- 11 B. El Khannouss (M)
- 28 N. Nartey (M)
- 18 J. Leweling (M)
- 26 D. Undav (F)
Substitutes
- 21 S. Drljaca
- 22 L. Assignon
- 14 L. Jaquez
- 7 M. Mittelstadt
- 2 A. Al Dakhil
- 30 C. Andres
- 10 C. Fuhrich
- 27 B. Bouanani
- 9 E. Demirovic
SC Freiburg
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 N. Atubolu (G)
- 29 P. Treu (D)
- 28 M. Ginter (D)
- 37 M. Rosenfelder (D)
- 33 J. Makengo (D)
- 8 M. Eggestein (M)
- 44 J. Manzambi (M)
- 19 J. Beste (M)
- 14 Y. Suzuki (M)
- 7 D. Scherhant (M)
- 31 I. Matanovic (F)
Substitutes
- 21 F. Muller
- 5 A. Jung
- 30 C. Gunter
- 43 B. Ogbus
- 6 P. Osterhage
- 27 N. Hofler
- 32 V. Grifo
- 9 L. Holer
- 22 C. Irie
Timeline
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52' VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardA. KarazorFoul
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53' SC Freiburg Card · Yellow CardJ. BesteFoul
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59' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 1Off: R. Hendriks · On: Maximilian Mittelstädt -
59' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 2Off: N. Nartey · On: C. Fuhrich -
68' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Manzambi · On: P. Osterhage -
68' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Beste · On: C. Irie -
76' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 3Off: D. Scherhant · On: V. Grifo -
76' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 4Off: Y. Suzuki · On: L. Holer -
77' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Karazor · On: C. Andres -
77' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 4Off: B. El Khannouss · On: Ermedin Demirović -
78' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 5Off: P. Treu · On: B. Ogbus -
89' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalErmedin Demirović · Assist: D. Undav -
90'+3 VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardErmedin DemirovićArgument
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90'+3 VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Undav · On: L. Jaquez
Match Stats
| Stat | VfB Stuttgart | SC Freiburg |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 14 | 14 |
| Pass Accuracy | 85% | 67% |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 18 | 11 |
| Corners | 6 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 512 | 229 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 2 |
| xG | 1.79 | 0.70 |
| Shots off Target | 9 | 6 |
| Possession | 69% | 31% |
| Goals Prevented | 1 | 1 |
| Accurate Passes | 433 | 154 |
| Shots Inside Box | 13 | 6 |
| Saves | 2 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The introduction of R. Hendriks and N. Nartey at the 59th minute provided a much-needed boost to VfB Stuttgart's attack.
- ▸ Ermedin Demirović scored in the 89th minute, giving VfB Stuttgart the lead and ultimately sealing their victory.