Today VfB Stuttgart play away at Preußen Münster in the DFB Pokal. This is a delayed Round 1 match since Stuttgart were involved in that match against Bayer Leverkusen. Expected lineup: Nübel Stenzel, Chase, Chabot, Mittelstadt Silas, Stiller, Karazor (c), Führich Undav, Demirović
Starting lineup: Nübel Stenzel, Chase, Chabot, Mittelstadt Stiller, Karazor (c) Rieder, Woltemade, Führich Demirović
We're going to be a little careful with Deniz until he works up to speed. He wasn't really match fit in Freiburg.
I think we're a little pissed off. LOL Very heartening to see how quickly Demirovic has slotted right in. We'll be fine.
What I like about cup matches are that they allow the smaller clubs to host in the beginning rounds, which gives us the chance to see their stadiums and crowds.
I loved it when the ball left the pitch and rolled away. Some kid is going to scoop it up for sure. Just great. I think the announcers have been spot on: Stiller has been running the show beautifully today. Absolutely controlling the match. Obviously, we're not up against a formidable opponent, but Chase has looked good too. I was wondering what he really had in terms of a talent package. I like what I see. He has pace, technical skill, a baller attitude. Very nice.
Not much to take away from this one given how overmatched Münster was. But it was good to see Woltemade open his account. Arne Chase definitely impressed. Lots of other good things.
Pokal Round 2 match today at home against Kaiserslautern. I thought that they were allowing the lower league clubs to host the early round matches. Not sure why this is in Stuttgart.
Subs getting a chance in the starting lineup: Bredlow Stenzel, Chase, Roualt, Hendriks Rieder, Kratzig, Karazor, Fuhrich Demirovic, Woltemade
1-0 Here's my shocked face. I'm not sure how Kaiserslautern expect to absorb pressure and counter if they're going to leave us that much space. But I'll take it.