Stuttgart Advances Past Leipzig to Secure German Cup Final Spot
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Synopsis
VfB Stuttgart triumphed over RB Leipzig 3-1, securing a place in the German Cup final against Arminia Bielefeld. The match featured key moments, including a stunning volley by Angelo Stiller and a decisive header from Jamie Leweling that sealed Stuttgart's victory.
Key Takeaways
- Stuttgart defeated Leipzig 3-1 in the cup semi-final.
- Angelo Stiller scored an early stunning volley.
- Nick Woltemade capitalized on a defensive error.
- Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko reduced the deficit.
- Stuttgart will face Arminia Bielefeld in the final.
Berlin, April 3 (NationPress) VfB Stuttgart will face third-tier team Arminia Bielefeld in the German Cup final following their 3-1 triumph against RB Leipzig.
The home squad began energetically, taking the lead in the fifth minute when a poorly handled corner fell to Angelo Stiller outside the box. The midfielder executed a spectacular volley that struck under the crossbar.
Ermedin Demirovic nearly extended the lead shortly after, but Leipzig’s goalkeeper Maarten Vandevoort made a crucial save, according to Xinhua.
Leipzig started to find their pace and generated several chances, with Lois Openda and Xavi Simons testing Stuttgart’s goalkeeper Alexander Nubel, who remained resolute throughout the first half, preserving his team’s slender advantage.
Nick Woltemade took advantage of a defensive mishap by David Raum, scoring with a low shot into the bottom corner to give Stuttgart a 2-0 advantage in the 57th minute.
Leipzig responded swiftly through Benjamin Sesko, who netted from close range after a chaotic moment in the box, narrowing the gap five minutes later.
The match heated up as Leipzig sought an equalizer, but Stuttgart struck again to secure their spot in the final. A corner kick in the 73rd minute found Woltemade at the near post, and his flick-on was headed over the line by Jamie Leweling.
“We supported each other at crucial moments and capitalized on our opportunities,” stated Stuttgart head coach Sebastian Hoeness. “I must commend the team, especially after Leipzig pulled one back. They remained a threat, but we held firm until the conclusion. Reaching the final in Berlin is a dream; now we aim for even more.”
The defeat dashed Leipzig’s aspirations of salvaging their season under interim coach Zsolt Low. “The disappointment is immense. We invested a lot into the match. Statistically, we were the superior team, but Stuttgart was more efficient and seized their chances,” said Low.
