In a thrilling match, Hoffenheim beat VfB Stuttgart 2-1 on Saturday night at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. The victory marked the second consecutive match where Hoffenheim had won the game outright and also ended their streak of losing matches in a row.
The match was a battle of two teams that have been battling for a long time, with Hoffenheim having won the last three games against VfB Stuttgart. This was the first time Hoffenheim had beaten VfB Stuttgart since the start of the season.
VfB Stuttgart started strong, but Hoffenheim fought back to tie the score at 1-1 after just 5 minutes. However, Hoffenheim scored in the 19th minute through their star player, Hakan Calumet. With the score tied at 1-1, Hoffenheim's goalkeeper, Stefan Gilmour, made a diving save to stop the comeback.
With just over ten minutes left on the clock, Hoffenheim took the lead again through Hakan Calumet. His goal gave Hoffenheim a 2-1 lead heading into halftime.
In the second half, Hoffenheim continued to dominate the match, scoring twice more in the 60th and 77th minutes. Hakan Calumet scored his second goal of the game, while Marco Reus added a third in the 88th minute.
After the break, Hoffenheim's star striker, Karl Kruijssen, scored the winning goal for Hoffenheim in the 91st minute, sealing the win for Hoffenheim.
Karl Kruijssen is one of Hoffenheim's most versatile players, capable of playing as a striker or winger. He has scored a total of 4 goals this season, which is not only impressive, but also demonstrates his versatility.
Overall, it was a great performance from Hoffenheim, who showed resilience and determination despite their struggles. They will now look forward to facing stronger opponents in the upcoming matches.