UEFA Europa League Gameweek 2
FC Basel 1893 2 - 0 FT VfB Stuttgart
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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Manchester City
5-3
Sunderland
⚡ Intensity
100
⚖️ Balance
91
🏆 Stakes
67
🎲 Upset
0
Eight goals, hat-trick heroics, pure chaos.
Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Atletico Madrid
2-1
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
86
⚖️ Balance
31
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
60
A chaotic derby flips Madrid's hierarchy.
Futmetrix Verdict
58
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Deportivo La Coruna
1-1
Real Betis
⚡ Intensity
43
⚖️ Balance
44
🏆 Stakes
56
🎲 Upset
37
Late drama denies Betis away victory.
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
3' A. Ajeti
30' Albian Ajeti
HT
62' ↓ J. Agbonifo ↑I. Salah
69' Dominik Schmid
↓ J. Leweling ↑C. Fuhrich 69'
↓ C. Andres ↑B. El Khannouss 69'
71' ↓ A. Ajeti ↑M. Broschinski
71' ↓ P. Otele ↑M. Soticek
71' ↓ K. Koindredi ↑A. Bacanin
78' Ibrahim Salah
↓ B. Bouanani ↑L. Jovanovic 79'
84' X. Shaqiri (M. Soticek)
90' ↓ FC Basel 1893 ↑A. Barisic
↓ L. Assignon ↑J. Vagnoman 90'+1
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FC Basel 1893
Goalkeepers
Marwin Hitz 
PENALTY HERO
1
Pens Saved
1
Pens Saved
7
Saves
10
Rating
Defenders
Nicolas Vouilloz 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Jonas Adjetey 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
7
Rating
Flavius Daniliuc 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
88%
Duel Win %
Dominik Schmid 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Midfielders
Koba Koindredi 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Léo Leroy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jeremy Agbonifo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
62
Entry
Xherdan Shaqiri 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Philip Otele 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
15%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Albian Ajeti 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Mirko Salvi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Tim Pfeiffer
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Adrian Leon Barišić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Moussa Cissé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marvin Akahomen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrej Bačanin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marin Šotiček 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
18
Minutes
7
Rating
Dion Kacuri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Junior Zé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Moritz Broschinski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ibrahim Salah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
VfB Stuttgart
Goalkeepers
Alexander Nübel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Lorenz Assignon
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
Luca Jaquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ramon Hendriks
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Maximilian Mittelstädt
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
45%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
José María Andrés
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Angelo Stiller
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
69%
Pass Acc
Badredine Bouanani
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
Tiago Tomás
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jamie Leweling
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Ermedin Demirović 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
Fabian Bredlow
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Josha Vagnoman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dan-Axel Zagadou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julian Chabot
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chris Führich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bilal El Khannouss
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Atakan Karazor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mirza Catovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lazar Jovanović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -4
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
FC Basel 1893
VfB Stuttgart
FC Basel 1893
VfB Stuttgart
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
A Goalkeeping Masterclass Derails the Swabian Siege
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 30/100. A heroic display from Marwin Hitz allowed Basel to absorb massive pressure and snatch a vital European victory against the run of play.
The Early Shock
The opening whistle at St. Jakob-Park brought immediate fireworks. FC Basel 1893 tore into their German opponents, finding a breakthrough just three minutes in. A. Ajeti buried an early chance, sending the home crowd into a frenzy and cranking the Intensity up to maximum. Rather than folding, VfB Stuttgart responded by claiming the ball and setting up camp in the Swiss half. The visitors utterly dominated possession at 65%, launching wave after wave of attacking phases. Basel had to dig deep instantly, shifting into a low block to protect their fragile advantage. It was a classic scenario of an early goal entirely dictating the tactical flow of the evening, turning the remainder of the match into a grueling defensive drill for the hosts.
The One-Sided Siege
The Swabian attacks were relentless, tilting the Balance of play entirely toward the visitors. Stuttgart recorded a staggering 29 shots, with 20 originating inside the penalty box. Yet, they collided spectacularly with Marwin Hitz. The veteran goalkeeper produced an absolute masterclass, frustrating the German frontline with seven immense saves. The definitive turning point arrived when Hitz stared down a penalty kick and guessed right, denying Stuttgart a surefire equalizer. Ahead of him, Flavius Daniliuc anchored the backline with an outstanding defensive performance, throwing his body in front of several efforts. Despite generating an imposing 2.54 expected goals, Stuttgart simply could not breach the Swiss wall, leaving them increasingly desperate as the clock ticked down.
The Swiss Sucker Punch
As the final whistle loomed, the Stakes could not have been higher. Basel desperately needed these points to climb from 30th in the table, while Stuttgart sought to solidify their playoff spot. Throwing caution to the wind, the visitors committed bodies forward, leaving acres of space in behind. Basel exploited this perfectly in the 84th minute. Substitute M. Soticek broke free to deliver a precise assist to X. Shaqiri, who ruthlessly finished the counterattack. That second goal completely killed the tie, sealing a monumental Upset against a heavily favored Bundesliga outfit. The 2-0 victory provides a massive lifeline for Basel's European ambitions, proving that resolute defending and clinical finishing can topple even the most aggressive possession-based systems.
Key Questions
What made Marwin Hitz the Man of the Match?
He produced seven massive saves, including a crucial penalty stop, completely shutting out Stuttgart despite their relentless pressure and 2.54 expected goals.
How did substitute Marwin Hitz change the game?
Hitz actually played the entire match as the starting goalkeeper. His phenomenal penalty save shifted momentum entirely, laying the unshakeable foundation for Basel's victory.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Stuttgart Aim to Deepen Basel's European Woes
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 27/100. Basel's desperate fight for top-24 survival hits a massive roadblock against a Stuttgart side eyeing direct last-16 qualification.
The Setup
When October 02, 2025, rolls around at St. Jakob-Park, the contrasting trajectories of these two clubs will be on full display. FC Basel 1893 are currently languishing in 30th place, deeply entrenched below the crucial top-24 playoff line. A dismal Form rating reflects their recent struggles, as the Swiss outfit has suffered four defeats in their last five outings. In stark contrast, VfB Stuttgart are flying high in 11th. With five wins already on the board, the German side is aggressively pushing for a top-eight finish to bypass the playoff round entirely. Because of this massive disparity in the standings, the overall Stakes for neutral viewers are quite low, heavily skewing the competitive Balance in favor of the visitors.
Key Battle
If the hosts are to salvage anything from this tie, Philip Otele will need to shoulder the offensive burden. However, he faces a monumental task operating in areas patrolled by Stuttgart's Angelo Stiller. Stiller's ability to dictate the midfield tempo will likely starve Otele of the service he desperately needs to impact the game.
Our Prediction
Expect a comfortable away victory for Stuttgart. Basel's defense has already leaked 13 goals in the league phase, and they simply lack the firepower to keep pace with the visitors. A 2-0 Stuttgart win seems the most logical outcome, with the Germans controlling possession from the opening whistle.