VfB Stuttgart advanced to the DFB Cup final after defeating SC Freiburg 2-1 in the semi-finals, a victory secured only after extra time.
The match remained tight and tactical until the 28th minute, when Maximilian Eggestein opened the scoring for the visitors, putting Freiburg ahead 1-0. Stuttgart quickly improved their performance after the break, finally leveling the score at the 70th minute through Deniz Undav.
Although Stuttgart exerted constant pressure throughout the second half, they failed to capitalize on several clear opportunities. Freiburg, meanwhile, defended deeply, managing to survive into extra time. Even in the continuation period, Stuttgart maintained a more attacking presence, finding themselves repeatedly blocked by the sharp Freiburg goalkeeper or having shots hit the woodwork.
As the game appeared set for a penalty shootout, the decisive goal finally arrived in the 119th minute. Tiago Tomás scored the 2-1 winner for Stuttgart, scoring off a build-up play from Badredine Bouanani. This victory places Stuttgart in the final and keeps their hopes alive of successfully defending the championship.
