Key Takeaways:
- Basel secured a 2-0 victory at home against Stuttgart in the second round of the Europa League main phase
- Marwin Hitz, aged 38, saved a 29th-minute penalty and made numerous crucial saves throughout the encounter
- Basel will travel to Lyon on 23 October, while Stuttgart’s next match is away to Fenerbahçe
Match Analysis
Basel claimed a 2-0 triumph over Stuttgart on home soil during the second round of the main phase in the Europa League, capitalising on their limited opportunities despite sustained pressure from their German opponents. Albian Ajeti opened the scoring in the third minute, while Moritz Brosinski delivered the decisive second goal in the 84th minute, with both strikes proving pivotal for the Swiss champions.
The final scoreline does not accurately depict the flow of play, as Stuttgart controlled proceedings and generated significantly more chances. Nonetheless, the visitors struggled to breach Basel’s defence, with goalkeeper Marwin Hitz delivering a standout performance, including a penalty save.
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Stuttgart’s Missed Opportunities
Stuttgart were handed a golden opportunity to restore parity in the 29th minute after being awarded a penalty. However, Hitz – who turned 38 this year — denied Ermedin Demirović from the spot, keeping Basel’s lead intact. The Germans continued to press relentlessly and amassed nearly 30 attempts on goal but were repeatedly frustrated by Hitz’s heroics and Basel’s organised back line.
With six minutes remaining, Xherdan Shaqiri delivered a precise cross to Moritz Brosinski, who converted to make it 2-0 and put the result beyond doubt.
Group Standings and Upcoming Fixtures
This marked Basel’s first points, following their 1-2 defeat to Freiburg, another German club, in their opening fixture. Conversely, Stuttgart had previously claimed a 2-1 win against Celta.
The next round is scheduled for 23 October, when Basel are set to visit Lyon, while Stuttgart will travel to Fenerbahçe for another away challenge.
| Team | Matchday 1 Result | Matchday 2 Result | Next Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basel | Lost 1-2 vs Freiburg | Won 2-0 vs Stuttgart | vs Lyon (Away), 23 October |
| Stuttgart | Won 2-1 vs Celta | Lost 0-2 vs Basel | vs Fenerbahçe (Away), 23 October |
