Match report
VfB Stuttgart Defeats Holstein Kiel 3-0 in DFB Pokal
Holstein Kiel
0–3
FT
VfB Stuttgart
Feb 4, 2026
VfB Stuttgart continued their impressive form by defeating Holstein Kiel 3-0 in the DFB Pokal, showcasing strong offensive play and solid defense. The goals from Dario Undav, Christian Fuhrich, and Andreas Karazor proved decisive as VfB Stuttgart maintained control throughout the match.
Key Facts
- • VfB Stuttgart secured a 3-0 victory over Holstein Kiel in the DFB Pokal.
- • Dario Undav scored the first goal for VfB Stuttgart at minute 56.
- • Christian Fuhrich and Andreas Karazor added crucial goals, with the latter coming just as regular time ended.
- • Holstein Kiel struggled to create scoring opportunities despite making multiple substitutions.
Lineups
Holstein Kiel
Formation: 4-3-1-2
Starting XI
- 1 T. Weiner (G)
- 13 I. Nekic (D)
- 26 D. Zec (D)
- 6 M. Ivezic (D)
- 47 J. Tolkin (D)
- 8 U. Tohumcu (M)
- 28 J. Meffert (M)
- 15 K. Davidsen (M)
- 16 A. Kelati (M)
- 20 A. Kapralik (F)
- 19 P. Harres (F)
Substitutes
- 21 J. Krumrey
- 2 F. Roslyng
- 10 J. Therkelsen
- 18 A. Jakupovic
- 22 S. Schwab
- 23 L. Rosenboom
- 25 M. Muller
- 29 N. Niehoff
- 40 L. Parduzi
VfB Stuttgart
Formation: 4-2-3-1
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)
- 11 B. El Khannouss (M)
- 10 C. Fuhrich (M)
- 26 D. Undav (F)
Substitutes
- 1 F. Bredlow
- 2 A. Al Dakhil
- 9 E. Demirovic
- 15 P. Stenzel
- 22 L. Assignon
- 25 Jeremy Arevalo
- 27 B. Bouanani
- 29 F. Jeltsch
- 30 C. Andres
Timeline
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42' VfB Stuttgart Card · Yellow CardB. El KhannoussTime wasting
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54' Holstein Kiel subst · Substitution 1Off: Umut Tohumcu · On: S. Schwab -
56' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalD. Undav -
70' Holstein Kiel subst · Substitution 2Off: K. Davidsen · On: J. Therkelsen -
70' Holstein Kiel subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Kapralik · On: A. Jakupovic -
81' VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Leweling · On: Ermedin Demirović -
85' Holstein Kiel subst · Substitution 4Off: Ivan Nekić · On: M. Muller -
85' Holstein Kiel subst · Substitution 5Off: A. Kelati · On: N. Niehoff -
89' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalC. Fuhrich · Assist: D. Undav -
90'+1 VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 2Off: B. El Khannouss · On: B. Bouanani -
90'+1 VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 3Off: C. Fuhrich · On: F. Jeltsch -
90'+1 VfB Stuttgart subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Stiller · On: C. Andres -
90' VfB Stuttgart Goal · Normal GoalA. Karazor · Assist: Ermedin Demirović
Match Stats
| Stat | Holstein Kiel | VfB Stuttgart |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 14 |
| Pass Accuracy | 81% | 86% |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 11 | 16 |
| Corners | 4 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 389 | 566 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 5 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 7 |
| Possession | 40% | 60% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 316 | 485 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 13 |
| Saves | 2 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The opening goal by Dario Undav in the 56th minute shifted momentum towards VfB Stuttgart, putting pressure on Holstein Kiel.
- ▸ With two more goals scored by Christian Fuhrich and Andreas Karazor in the late stages of the game, VfB Stuttgart sealed their victory and secured progression to the next round of the DFB Pokal.