Match report
VfB Stuttgart Defeats SC Freiburg 2-1 in DFB Pokal Thriller
VfB Stuttgart
2–1
AET
SC Freiburg
Apr 23, 2026
In a pulsating encounter, VfB Stuttgart held off SC Freiburg with a hard-fought 2-1 victory in the DFB Pokal. SC Freiburg's early goal by M. Eggestein gave them the lead but VfB Stuttgart's determination shone through with crucial goals from D. Undav and T. Tomas late in the game.
Key Facts
- • VfB Stuttgart defeated SC Freiburg 2-1
- • M. Eggestein scored for SC Freiburg in the 28th minute
- • D. Undav equalized for VfB Stuttgart in the 70th minute
- • T. Tomas secured the win for VfB Stuttgart in the 119th minute
- • SC Freiburg had multiple yellow cards, including Jordy Makengo and J. Manzambi
Lineups
VfB Stuttgart
Formation: 3-4-1-2
Starting XI
- 33 A. Nubel (G)
- 3 R. Hendriks (D)
- 24 J. Chabot (D)
- 7 M. Mittelstadt (D)
- 18 J. Leweling (M)
- 16 A. Karazor (M)
- 6 A. Stiller (M)
- 10 C. Fuhrich (M)
- 28 N. Nartey (F)
- 9 E. Demirovic (F)
- 26 D. Undav (F)
Substitutes
- 1 F. Bredlow
- 23 D. Zagadou
- 27 B. Bouanani
- 30 C. Andres
- 4 J. Vagnoman
- 8 T. Tomas
- 22 L. Assignon
- 14 L. Jaquez
- 11 B. El Khannouss
SC Freiburg
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 21 F. Muller (G)
- 29 P. Treu (D)
- 28 M. Ginter (D)
- 3 P. Lienhart (D)
- 33 J. Makengo (D)
- 8 M. Eggestein (M)
- 44 J. Manzambi (M)
- 19 J. Beste (M)
- 14 Y. Suzuki (M)
- 32 V. Grifo (M)
- 31 I. Matanovic (F)
Substitutes
- 1 N. Atubolu
- 27 N. Hofler
- 17 L. Kubler
- 9 L. Holer
- 26 M. Philipp
- 43 B. Ogbus
- 30 C. Gunter
- 7 D. Scherhant
- 22 C. Irie
Timeline
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13' SC Freiburg Card · Yellow CardJordy Makengo
Foul
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15' VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardN. Nartey
Foul
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17' SC Freiburg Card · Yellow CardJ. Manzambi
Argument
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28' SC Freiburg Goal · Normal GoalM. Eggestein · Assist: Matthias Ginter
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56' SC Freiburg Card · Yellow CardV. Grifo
Time wasting
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63' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 1Off: N. Nartey · On: B. El Khannouss
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70' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalD. Undav · Assist: B. El Khannouss
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71' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 1Off: V. Grifo · On: D. Scherhant
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74' SC Freiburg Card · Yellow CardI. Matanovic
Foul
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84' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 2Off: I. Matanovic · On: L. Holer
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91' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 2Off: Ermedin Demirović · On: T. Tomas
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94' SC Freiburg Card · Yellow CardL. Holer
Argument
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95' VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardR. Hendriks
Foul
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98' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 3Off: R. Hendriks · On: L. Jaquez
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101' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 3Off: Jordy Makengo · On: C. Gunter
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102' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Beste · On: L. Kubler
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113' SC Freiburg subst · Substitution 5Off: P. Treu · On: B. Ogbus
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118' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 4Off: C. Fuhrich · On: B. Bouanani
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118' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Undav · On: J. Vagnoman
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119' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalT. Tomas · Assist: B. Bouanani
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120'+1 VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardT. Tomas
Match Stats
| Stat | VfB Stuttgart | SC Freiburg |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 20 | 17 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 69% |
| Offsides | 3 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 29 | 18 |
| Corners | 9 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 697 | 365 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 5 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 9 |
| Shots on Target | 9 | 5 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 15 | 4 |
| Possession | 66% | 34% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 573 | 253 |
| Shots Inside Box | 21 | 15 |
| Saves | 3 | 7 |
| Shots Outside Box | 8 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ SC Freiburg took an early lead through M. Eggestein in the 28th minute, giving them a promising start in the DFB Pokal match.
- ▸ VfB Stuttgart's comeback began when D. Undav equalized in the 70th minute, igniting their momentum and pushing for a winning goal.
- ▸ T. Tomas's late equalizer in the 119th minute secured a dramatic victory for VfB Stuttgart, turning the match in their favor.