VfB Stuttgart failed to secure a home win at the end of an intense 'Englische Woche'. In front of 59,500 spectators at their home arena on Sunday, the Swabians drew 1-1 (0-0) against 1. FC Union Berlin. As a result, coach Sebastian Hoeneß's team missed the chance to move up to third place in the Bundesliga table before their upcoming Europa League match at AS Roma.
In a initially tough game with many tackles and little pace, both teams had chances to take the lead in the first half. While Josha Vagnoman failed for Stuttgart against Union goalkeeper Frederik Rønnow early on, Andrej Ilić hit the post on the other side after a defensive error. After the change of ends, the home team played with more pressure. In the 59th minute, national player Chris Führich provided the Stuttgart lead with a spectacular solo effort.
However, the Berliners, who presented themselves as defensively strong as usual, did not give up. In the final phase, substitute Woo-yeong Jeong managed the equalizer in the 83rd minute. Particularly spicy: The South Korean national player scored the goal against his former employer. In the remaining time, Stuttgart pushed for the win again but could no longer break through the guests' compact defense. For Union Berlin, it was the third consecutive draw, meaning Steffen Baumgart's team continues to hold a position in the safe midfield.
