VfB Stuttgart disappointed in the drama against Mainz: frustration about referees and defensive

VfB Stuttgart disappointed in the drama against Mainz: frustration about referees and defensive

In the exciting game between VfB Stuttgart and the 1st FSV Mainz 05, where the audience had to keep their nerves in a gripping 3: 3, there were no three points for the Swabians. The runner-up seems to have difficulties in the new Bundesliga season because after two games he only has one point in the account. The weaknesses on the defensive and the controversial decisions of the referee were in the discussion.

With an early 2-0 lead by Enzo Millot and Jamie Leweling, VfB seemed to be on the best way to the first victory of the season. But the Mainz came back after making a penalty and another goal. Although Fabian Rieder again achieved a lead for Stuttgart in the final phase, guests managed to equalize what the emotions on the coaching bench and fans fought.

referee decisions in focus

One of the central issues was the decision by the referee Timo Gerach, who whistled a penalty for Mainz when Jonathan Burkardt fell in the duel with a million. VfB sports director Fabian Wohlgemuth was clearly in his attitude and expressed: "Too little for a penalty". This opinion was also shared by coach Sebastian Hoeneß, who criticized the decision and pointed out the importance of each individual scene in such a competition. Burkardt himself described the incident as a "walking mistake", even if he had felt a contact that brought him to the ground.

coach Bo Henriksen from Mainz, on the other hand, praised the referee for his performance and defended his player as one of the most honest people he knew. These different perspectives illustrate the emotions and tensions that can be felt in professional sports when it comes to tricky decisions.

The game at the weekend was not only another setback in the table for VfB, but also a moment to reflect on your own defensive weaknesses. "We gave the game out of our hands in phases," said Wohlgemuth critically and added that the defense was not stable enough. Nevertheless, he saw that the team was still on the right track, which was supported by Hoeneß. Both trainers agree that, despite the difficulties, progress can be seen.

After the frustration on the referee decisions and the missed chance of winning, the Stuttgart view of the upcoming challenges in the Bundesliga and the Champions League, where they have to compete against Real Madrid. The next games against Borussia Mönchengladbach and Borussia Dortmund could be crucial to get the first three of the season and to strengthen the team's self -confidence.

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