TSG Hoffenheim beat VfB Stuttgart 2-1

The Bundesliga clash between TSG Hoffenheim and VfB Stuttgart took place on 12 September 2026 at the PreZero Arena in Sinsheim. Both sides entered the match looking to secure early points in the German top flight, and the atmosphere was charged as the home crowd awaited the kickoff.

How it unfolded

The game opened brightly for the hosts. In the 13th minute, Adam Hlozek gave Hoffenheim the lead with a right-footed strike from the centre of the box that found the bottom left corner. The chance was created by a rapid counter-attack and the assist came from Bambasé Conté, who supplied the decisive pass.

Stuttgart responded after the interval. Just a minute into the second half, Maximilian Mittelstädt restored parity in the 48th minute. He fired a left-footed shot from the centre of the box into the bottom left corner, leveling the score at 1-1.

The match remained tightly contested, and the first booking of the evening arrived in the 63rd minute when Wouter Burger of Hoffenheim was shown a yellow card.

Four minutes later, Hoffenheim reclaimed the advantage. Adam Hlozek struck again in the 67th minute, this time with his left foot, slotting the ball from the centre of the box into the bottom left corner. The second goal was set up by Adam Daghim, whose breakaway pass unlocked the Stuttgart defence and allowed Hlozek to finish the move. The 2-1 lead held until the final whistle.

Standout performers

Adam Hlozek was the clear match-winner, contributing two goals in the 13th and 67th minutes. His clinical finishing and ability to exploit fast-break opportunities proved decisive. The assists that led to his goals came from Bambasé Conté and Adam Daghim, both of whom played a pivotal role in the build-up to Hoffenheim’s strikes.

For Stuttgart, Maximilian Mittelstädt provided a vital equaliser with his 48th-minute goal, showcasing composure in front of goal.

Match facts

  • Final score: TSG Hoffenheim 2-1 VfB Stuttgart
  • Scorers: Adam Hlozek (13’, 67’) – Hoffenheim; Maximilian Mittelstädt (48’) – Stuttgart
  • Assists: Bambasé Conté (13’), Adam Daghim (67’) – Hoffenheim
  • Bookings: Wouter Burger (yellow, 63’) – Hoffenheim
  • Venue: PreZero Arena, Sinsheim

What it means

The win awards Hoffenheim three points, extending their early season momentum, while Stuttgart returns to the bench with a single point from the encounter. Both clubs will look to build on these performances in their upcoming Bundesliga fixtures.