UEFA Champions League Gameweek 3
VfB Stuttgart 1 - 1 FT Atletico Madrid
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Futmetrix Verdict
52
FT
Thu, Oct 22
Bournemouth
3-0
AC Milan
⚡ Intensity
75
⚖️ Balance
20
🏆 Stakes
3
🎲 Upset
0
Two penalties, one red card, total control
Futmetrix Verdict
26
FT
Thu, Oct 22
Sturm Graz
1-0
Marseille
⚡ Intensity
22
⚖️ Balance
31
🏆 Stakes
11
🎲 Upset
60
Diakité struck; Marseille never answered
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
36' Jamie Leweling
↓ Jonathan David ↑Ademola Lookman 45'
HT
Julián Álvarez (Ademola Lookman) 47'
52' ↓ Josha Vagnoman ↑Lorenz Assignon
Morten Hjulmand 64'
↓ Alejandro Baena Rodríguez ↑Johnny Cardoso 69'
72' ↓ Jamie Leweling ↑Ermedin Demirović
↓ Pablo Barrios Rivas ↑Robin Le Normand 78'
↓ Julián Álvarez ↑Obed Vargas 78'
↓ Giuliano Simeone Baldini ↑Alexander Sørloth 87'
87' ↓ Chris Führich ↑Leo Sauer
87' ↓ Deniz Undav ↑Dženan Pejčinović
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
VfB Stuttgart
Goalkeepers
Dennis Seimen 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Julian Chabot 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ramon Hendriks
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maximilian Mittelstädt 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
54%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Josha Vagnoman
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Grischa Prömel
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Angelo Stiller 
MAGNET
104
Activity
104
Activity
84
Passes
20
Duels
Chris Führich
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Jamie Leweling 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Bilal El Khannouss
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Deniz Undav
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
17%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Fabian Bredlow 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Marius Funk
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ameen Al Dakhil
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Finn Jeltsch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lorenz Assignon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luca Jaquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nikolas Nartey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Atakan Karazor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leo Sauer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dženan Pejčinović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ermedin Demirović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Atletico Madrid
Goalkeepers
Jan Oblak
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Marcos Llorente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marc Pubill 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
69%
Duel Win %
Dávid Hancko
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Álex Grimaldo
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
33%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Giuliano Simeone
MAGNET
71
Activity
71
Activity
46
Passes
25
Duels
Morten Hjulmand 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
3
Fouls
5.8
Rating
Pablo Barrios
MAGNET
66
Activity
66
Activity
60
Passes
6
Duels
Álex Baena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Forwards
Jonathan David
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Julián Álvarez 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
8.1
Rating
BENCH
Juan Musso
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Robin Le Normand
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Dominguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo Mendoza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lee Kang-In
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Castillo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Johnny Cardoso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Obed Vargas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Sørloth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arnau Ortiz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ademola Lookman 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.8
Rating
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +7
P: 2 GD: +7
P: 2 GD: +7
P: 2 GD: +5
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -6
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -4
P: 2 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +7
P: 2 GD: +7
P: 2 GD: +7
P: 2 GD: +5
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +5
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -6
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -4
P: 2 GD: -5
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
VfB Stuttgart
Atletico Madrid
VfB Stuttgart
Atletico Madrid
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Ten-Man Atleti Dig Deep in MHP Arena Stalemate
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 58/100. A pulsating stalemate at the MHP Arena proved that numerical advantage doesn't always translate into Champions League points.
Shooting Gallery in Stuttgart
A vibrant Champions League night at the MHP Arena immediately delivered on its promise. VfB Stuttgart looked sharp early on, showcasing why they sit comfortably in the top eight. They edged possession with 54 percent of the ball, forcing Atletico Madrid to absorb severe pressure. The Intensity metrics spiked early as the hosts relentlessly tested the Spanish defence. A barrage of shots turned the penalty area into an absolute shooting gallery, keeping the away side firmly on the back foot. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 36th minute when Jamie Leweling found the back of the net. His clinical strike sent the home crowd into raptures, underlining their early dominance and forcing the visitors to completely rethink their tactical strategy before the half-time whistle could offer them a moment of much-needed respite.
A Tale of Two Halves
Diego Simeone's men emerged from the tunnel with renewed vigour, instantly altering the dynamic of this crucial encounter. The critical moment arrived just two minutes into the second half. Half-time introduction Ademola Lookman completely bypassed the defensive line, sliding a perfect ball into the path of Julián Álvarez. The Argentine attacker made no mistake, burying the equaliser in the 47th minute and proving his lethal quality in the final third. The Balance of the match was entirely reset, but the drama was far from over. In the 64th minute, Morten Hjulmand committed a reckless challenge, earning a straight red card. Suddenly, the visitors found themselves severely compromised, forced to navigate the remaining half-hour a man down against a relentless German side eager to capitalise on their numerical advantage.
The Siege Fails
Reduced to ten men, the away side retreated into a deep, incredibly compact defensive block. Stuttgart completely commanded the final stages, throwing absolutely everything forward. The Stakes were immense as they sought to secure a vital victory to maintain their push at the summit of the table. M. Mittelstädt was an absolute standout on the flank, orchestrating wave after wave of dangerous attacks and earning deserved man-of-the-match plaudits. The hosts applied relentless set-piece pressure, eventually racking up an astonishing 13 corners across the ninety minutes. Despite mustering 28 total combined match shots throughout the evening, they lacked the final clinical touch needed to breach the low block a second time. Ultimately, Atleti clung to a precious point, proving their famed resilience under severe European pressure away from home.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Morten Hjulmand impact the match?
Down to ten men, Atlético retreated into a defensive shell, forcing Stuttgart to rely purely on constant set-pieces and crosses to try and break them down.
What does this mean for VfB Stuttgart's season?
A point keeps them firmly inside the crucial top eight Champions League promotion places, maintaining their strong and promising early season continental form.
How did substitute J. Álvarez change the game?
Though Álvarez started and crucially scored, it was actually half-time substitute Ademola Lookman who instantly changed the game, providing the pinpoint assist for the 47th-minute equaliser.
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.
Stuttgart's Top-Eight Credentials Face the Atletico Test
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 73/100. An unblemished Champions League start gives Stuttgart the upper hand, but Atletico's desperation for points makes this a volatile encounter.
The Setup
VfB Stuttgart are flying high. Sitting comfortably in fourth place with maximum points, they look entirely at home in the Champions League top eight. Their Form is commanding, boasting a plus-five goal difference after two flawless outings. They welcome Atletico Madrid to the MHPArena, a side feeling the squeeze. Down in 15th, Atleti are floating right on the playoff bubble. A modest Stakes rating reflects the early nature of Matchday 3, but make no mistake—dropping points here leaves the Spanish side vulnerable to slipping outside the crucial top-24 cutoff. A tight Balance metric suggests the visitors' pedigree might just neutralize the hosts' early momentum.
Key Battle
J. Vagnoman against J. David will dictate the tempo. Stuttgart's right flank has been a reliable outlet, but they face a serious test in David. The Atletico forward boasts a potent mix of finishing and link-up play. If Vagnoman pushes too high, David has the intelligence to exploit that vacated space on the counter.
Our Prediction
A high Stars rating points to individual brilliance breaking the deadlock. Stuttgart will dominate early possession, but Atletico thrive in the trenches. We expect J. Álvarez and company to snatch a gritty 2-1 away victory, relying on classic counter-attacking ruthlessness to burst Stuttgart's bubble.