Stuttgart secure second straight Champions League win with 3-0 victory at Slovan Bratislava
VfB Stuttgart won 3-0 away at Slovan Bratislava in Champions League Matchday 2. Deniz Undav opened the scoring in the 29th minute, an own goal by Sandro Cruz doubled the lead, and Ermedin Demirović headed in a third late on. Stuttgart also saw a Slovan goal ruled out for offside before keeping a clean sheet.
Stuttgart followed their opening Champions League victory with another, winning 3-0 in Bratislava on Matchday 2. Sebastian Hoeneß altered five starters, recalling goalkeeper Fabian Bredlow among others, while Slovan coach Yaya Touré also changed five players from the weekend.
Deniz Undav scored first from Angelo Stiller's pass, Sandro Cruz's own goal made it two after Vagnoman crossed, and Ermedin Demirović headed in Lorenz Assignon's delivery late. Slovan had a Suleiman Camara goal disallowed for offside after VAR. Stuttgart next host Atlético Madrid on 20 October.
Stuttgart’s away win may lift supporters’ mood and strengthen the club’s early Champions League momentum, while Slovan’s home defeat could disappoint local fans. A clear result and disallowed goal may shape post-match discussion among broadcast viewers and social media users. For Bratislava, hosting a high-profile European fixture could bring short-term attention and matchday activity, though the sporting outcome may temper local enthusiasm.