German association football player (born 1996)
"I'll score eventually": Liberated Undav remains completely cool after his first goal
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Key FactsStuttgart win in Bratislava with Undav’s first season goal
4 days ago · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Stuttgart won 3-0 at Slovan Bratislava, following a 3-1 opening victory over Viking Stavanger.
- Captain Deniz Undav scored in the 29th minute, his first goal of the season in his eighth competitive appearance.
- Sandro Cruz scored an own goal in the 65th minute, before Ermedin Demirovic made it 3-0 in the 90th.
- Slovan’s apparent equalizer by Suleiman Camara was disallowed for offside after VAR review; Andraz Sporar had touched the ball slightly beforehand.
Reactions to VfB Stuttgart: Deniz Undav: "Of course, my goal is liberating": After VfB Stuttgart's 3-0 victory against Slovan Bratislava, those involved ...
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Undav is disappointed! 🥴 VfB Stuttgart concedes a late goal and loses at Hamburg's Volksparkstadion. Deniz Undav is dissatisfied with the team's ... Show more
Undav & Demirović - | we love this combination 😍 Two of the three goals from the away win against Slovan Bratislava in the Champions League are shown again ... Show more
Key FactsVagnoman impresses in Stuttgart’s 3-0 Bratislava win
4 days ago · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-zeitung.de
- VfB Stuttgart beat Slovan Bratislava 3-0 on October 14, 2026, securing their second league-phase victory.
- Deniz Undav scored his first competitive goal of the season in the 29th minute for a 1-0 lead.
- Sandro Cruz turned Vagnoman’s shot into his own net in the 65th minute; Demirovic headed home in the 89th.
- In the Champions League, Stuttgart’s next match is at home against Atlético Madrid next Tuesday.
"Then you were even a little happy when they scored because you heard the anthem." 😂 "Always Hamburg" is a big hit with Undav and Co ... Show more
BVB Suffers Defeat at Bodø/Glimt; Stuttgart Wins in Bratislava: Borussia Dortmund lost a tough away game against FK Bodø/Glimt. At the same time ...
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Undav puts his finger on the sore spot: | "We're not a top team right now.": Consistency is VfB Stuttgart's big problem this season - | as was evident in ...
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Undav's brace and Seimen's comeback: What was important in VfB's friendly against Fürth
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Key FactsVfB Stuttgart beats Greuther Fürth 5-0 in test
Oct 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-nachrichten.de
- VfB Stuttgart won the test against SpVgg Greuther Fürth 5-0 in Großaspach.
- Deniz Undav scored twice in the first half.
- Coach Sebastian Hoeneß planned goalkeeper Dennis Seimen’s appearance after a months-long injury absence.
- From October 10, VfB Stuttgart faces nine competitive matches within 29 days.
VfB Stuttgart: New record: More VfB jerseys sold than ever before: The Bundesliga club's jerseys were a bestseller in the 2025/26 season ...
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Key FactsVfB Stuttgart Reports Record Shirt Sales
Oct 11, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-zeitung.de
- VfB Stuttgart reports more than 150,000 shirts sold in 2025/26, the highest figure recorded by the club.
- During the 2025/26 season, the team qualified for the Champions League.
- LBBW replaced Winamax in summer 2025; the change may have partly contributed to the sales record.
- Current sales are strong but remain below last season’s record, while an individually chosen name is the most popular back print.
VfB Stuttgart: Deniz Undav and Co. sign violins and cellos: The morning began with some hands-on work for the VfB professionals. Their autographs were in demand ...
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Paid articlePaywall VfB Stuttgart: The fans celebrate Deniz Undav - | and the president sings: Things aren't going well for Deniz Undav on the field this season ...
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A 44-man squad, but the name Deniz Undav (30) is completely missing. Why is that? #undav #dfb #dfbteam #nationalmannschaft #lagederliga #bierhoff #reels
VfB Stuttgart: Deniz Undav and Co. bring joy to children's eyes: During the Bundesliga team's annual visit to the aftercare clinic in Tannheim ...
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Key FactsVfB Stuttgart visits Tannheim aftercare clinic
Sep 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-zeitung.de
- VfB Stuttgart visits the clinic annually; on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, the professionals arrived around 3:30 p.m.
- An opening discussion was followed by a shared meal and an autograph session for children and teenagers.
- A new indoor floor was inaugurated, partly financed by a donation from the VfB Foundation “Brustring der Herzen.”
- Players and young clinic guests then played football outside before the team departed in the early evening.
VfB Stuttgart: “Anything else would be a lie” - | VfB's ambitions before Paderborn
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Beim ersten DFB-Lehrgang unter Klopp ist der Fanliebling nicht dabei. "Ich war kurz enttäuscht, weil ich mir gedacht habe ... Show more
“I thought I had built up a buffer”: Undav disappointed by Klopp’s non-nomination
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Key FactsUndav Disappointed by Klopp’s Omission
Sep 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Jürgen Klopp omitted the 30-year-old VfB Stuttgart striker from his first expanded national-team squad.
- Undav was substituted shortly after the hour in the 1–0 defeat by Borussia Dortmund and still awaits his first league goal.
- Klopp said Undav had not properly started the season and had been poor in the watched matches against Bayern and Cologne.
- Undav said he was briefly disappointed but now wanted to recommend himself for the national team again.
I've already had a war this summer.— Deniz Undav, VfB Stuttgart striker, in a Sky interview after the 0-1 Bundesliga defeat to Borussia Dortmund
National team: Is there still room for Undav, Stiller, and Leweling in Klopp's system?
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Paid articlePaywall"If you want loans...": Snarky Sammer praises Klopp and takes aim at Undav: Jürgen Klopp leaves fan favorite Deniz Undav at home for his debut as national coach ...
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Key FactsSammer Defends Klopp’s Undav Decision
Sep 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- Jürgen Klopp omitted Deniz Undav from the upcoming four-match Nations League set; Matthias Sammer considers the decision justified.
- Sammer questions Undav’s running, intensity and reaction after losing possession, but wants to monitor the striker’s potential penalty-area qualities.
- Undav said he was briefly disappointed, must prove himself again and hopes to be selected in November.
- Sammer praised Klopp’s uncompromising plan and placed great hopes in him, while noting whether its signal was right remains unclear.
Welcome to life, welcome to professional sports, welcome to brutality, even in times of change. Welcome, a new coach—and ultimately, if you want credits, you have to go to the bank. Everything else you have to earn again.— Matthias Sammer, reacting to Deniz Undav's remarks and Klopp's approach on Sky's 'Sammer&Basile – Der Hagedorn Talk'
Football club from Lake Constance doesn't get a pitch, isn't allowed to play, and is hoping for Deniz Undav
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Expert addresses it: "44-man squad, and Undav is completely missing...": What about Deniz Undav and the DFB team? Oliver Bierhoff is asked about it in "The State ...
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VfB Stuttgart: Hoeneß on Undav: "Deniz will score goals again - | soon": The VfB head coach backs his striker and emphasizes: "I don't have the feeling that ...
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Key FactsHoeneß expects Undav to score again soon
Sep 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-zeitung.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-zeitung.de
- After six competitive matches, Undav is still waiting for his first goal and was not selected for the German national team.
- Hoeneß sees no overly deep positioning but acknowledges that Undav is currently rarely getting shots away.
- The 30-year-old is expected to move forward again as a supporting striker behind Ermedin Demirovic or Dzenan Pejcinovic.
- His four assists came as two in the DFB-Pokal against Hansa Rostock and two in the Champions League against Viking Stavanger.
Deniz will score goals again – soon. But I won't judge him only by that, but also by what he gives to the team.— Sebastian Hoeneß, VfB Stuttgart manager, at the VfB members' event 'Dunkelroter Tisch'
Undav reveals his true feelings: "I had a war in the summer": Deniz Undav continues to search for his form. Now he reveals his true feelings and also takes a ...
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Deniz Undav of VfB Stuttgart: "Guys, don't worry. I still know where the goal is."
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Key FactsUndav scores twice against Greuther Fürth
Oct 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-nachrichten.de
- Undav scored both goals in the first half during the 5–0 friendly against Greuther Fürth.
- The goals ended his drought and were personally important to him, according to his Instagram post.
- Coach Sebastian Hoeneß saw Undav as more agile and mobile, hoping for a confidence boost.
- After missing Germany’s squad selection, Undav trained intensively; VfB’s Bundesliga match at SC Paderborn is scheduled for October 10.
People, don't worry. I still know where the goal is.— Deniz Undav, Instagram post after scoring twice in the friendly against Greuther Fürth (5:0) – personal significance of the goals
VfB Stuttgart: Generous from the VfB star! Undav tops up donation amount | Sport: During his annual visit to the Tannheim aftercare clinic, VfB striker Deniz ...
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VfB Stuttgart: What Sebastian Hoeneß says about the friendly against Greuther Fürth
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Mario Basler on Doppelpass: Undav's slump no surprise: Mario Basler also attributes Deniz Undav's current poor form to the recent contract negotiations ...
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No reason to panic yet. But…: VfB Stuttgart mustn't take the poor start to the season too lightly. Because there are several issues that urgently need to be ...
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Key FactsVfB Stuttgart faces several problem areas
Sep 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vertikalpass.de
- After four matches, VfB Stuttgart has three points and ranks 14th or 15th; the article calls this a poor start.
- The analysis identifies major gaps in central midfield, while Grischa Prömel and Angelo Stiller have yet to work convincingly together.
- Despite reinforcements, the analysis finds no effective attacking formation; final passes and decision-making frequently break down.
- The international break allows work with a reduced squad; three away matches and four midweek fixture weeks follow.
Less of a confession of defeat and more of a sober assessment.— Returning player Danny Schöckle comments in a nuanced way on ZVW: 'Less of a confession of defeat and more of a sober assessment'
Sane, Undav and Co. dropped? DFB boss Völler makes a statement about Klopp's XXL squad
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Key FactsVöller: German flags should not invite uneasy looks
Sep 27, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Germany’s second Nations League match is scheduled against Greece at Augsburg Arena on Sunday at 8:45 p.m.
- Völler rates Klopp’s debut, a 1–1 draw in the Netherlands, as a good start.
- Völler is concerned by growing receptivity to extremist parties in Germany and across Europe.
- Völler looks forward to the remaining two years of his contract and calls for patience with Klopp’s team development.
No one should have to fear being looked at oddly for waving the Germany flag.— Rudi Völler, as DFB sports director, in an interview with Welt about national pride and positive patriotism.
According to the Stuttgarter, Jürgen Klopp explained that expectations were different. Undav had not performed well enough in the two matches against Bayern ... Show more
Thought he was going to be there: Undav didn't understand Klopp's decision.
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Instead, Ebnoutalib arrives: Big DFB surprise: Klopp foregoes Undav: Rumors are swirling ahead of national team coach Jürgen Klopp's first roster announcement ...
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Key FactsSky: Klopp reportedly plans to omit Deniz Undav
Sep 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- According to Sky Sport, Undav reportedly learned the decision during a personal conversation.
- The 30-year-old has scored nine goals in 13 internationals and assisted four goals across competitions.
- Media reports say Klopp is instead considering Younes Ebnoutalib and Jonathan Burkardt; Ebnoutalib would make his debut.
- Scheduled matches are on September 24 in the Netherlands, September 27 against Greece, October 1 against Serbia, and October 4 in Greece.
'super close'— Nagelsmann said the former Hannover player Tresoldi was 'super close' to a World Cup participation.
Klopp explains tough decisions against Sané and Undav
Key FactsUndav omitted from Klopp’s 44-player squad
Sep 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vertikalpass.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vertikalpass.de
- After the 1–2 defeat against Hoffenheim, several Stuttgart figures had to address Undav before Sky.
- The article views four goal contributions in five matches as evidence against the inflated criticism of Undav.
- The article cites Klopp’s possible intensive pressing style as a potential explanation for Undav’s omission.
- Finn Jeltsch received his first senior national-team call-up; Stiller and Leweling are absent from the squad.
Deniz has had his problems so far; he hasn't really found his footing in the season yet. I wanted to pick four forwards here and I went with the others.— Jürgen Klopp, explaining his omission of Deniz Undav during the squad-announcement press conference
Klopp explains his surprising decisions! 👀 Sané and Undav are missing from the first DFB squad.
High-Profile "Victims": National Team Coach Jürgen Klopp Names Two DFB Squads with 44 Players Each
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The Underestimated: “Am I unwanted here?” – | Demirovic answered that question impressively. VfB Stuttgart just needs to use the center forward correctly ...
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Key FactsDemirovic responds with three goals
Sep 10, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vertikalpass.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vertikalpass.de
- In the 3–1 Champions League opener against Viking Stavanger, Ermedin Demirovic scored all three of VfB’s goals.
- The article says his goals show that Demirovic, a penalty-area player, particularly benefits from passes played to his feet.
- The partnership with Deniz Undav is considered valuable because the two contribute different playing strengths.
- The article describes VfB as occasionally unfocused, allowing Stavanger opportunities through imprecise passing.
Am I not welcome here?— Ermedin Demirovic during the summer transfer window, questioning his acceptance and role at VfB.
VfB Stuttgart captain: "It's all a bit over the top": Teammates defend Deniz Undav
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Key FactsVfB Teammates Defend Deniz Undav After Missed Equalizer
Sep 13, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-zeitung.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-zeitung.de
- In TSG Hoffenheim’s 1–2 win, Deniz Undav missed a close-range opportunity to equalize at 2–2.
- The captain entered in the 65th minute, remained largely anonymous, and still has no goal after five competitive matches.
- Grischa Prömel and Fabian Bredlow backed Undav, emphasizing that he has the squad’s full support.
- Coach Sebastian Hoeneß rejected harsh criticism, citing Undav’s importance and his two assists against Viking Stavanger.
Deniz Undav is a huge part of us playing in the Champions League. That simply has to be clear to everyone.— Sebastian Hoeneß, VfB Stuttgart coach, commenting on Undav's importance for the club's Champions League campaign.
The door is probably closed for Baumann.: The new national coach has called up 44 players - | but there's no room for some veteran stars ...
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Deniz Undav on the bench: This is how VfB Stuttgart will play against TSG Hoffenheim
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Key FactsWell Over 10,000 VfB Fans in Sinsheim
Sep 12, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-zeitung.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-zeitung.de
- Well over 10,000 VfB fans had arrived in Sinsheim, as shown in the accompanying image.
- The news blog compiles current reports, standings information, videos, images, and social-media contributions.
- It continuously follows developments surrounding VfB Stuttgart throughout the season.
- A weekly podcast discusses the team’s current form and topics concerning VfB fans.
Everyone to Sinsheim— Commando Cannstatt (fans' group) - the group's call directing fans to Sinsheim.
3-1 against Viking Stavanger: VfB Stuttgart celebrates a commanding opening victory
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Hoeneß defended the 30-year-old against the criticism: | "He didn't play as disastrously as some of the reporting about him has been ... Show more
Key FactsHoeneß Defends Undav Before Champions League Opener
Sep 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-nachrichten.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-nachrichten.de
- Sebastian Hoeneß is firmly backing captain Deniz Undav before the Champions League opener against Viking Stavanger.
- Undav has gone scoreless in three competitive matches, appears unfit, and is dealing with Achilles tendon problems.
- Hoeneß described coverage following the 4–1 victory over 1. FC Köln as excessively harsh in parts.
- The coach considers Undav valuable beyond statistics and calls for a more balanced assessment of his performances.
The coverage of him has been so catastrophically bad at times that he hasn’t played.— Sebastian Hoeneß, VfB Stuttgart coach, commenting on Deniz Undav and media coverage after the 4-1 win over 1. FC Köln
The rumor mill is churning ahead of national coach Jürgen Klopp's first nomination. Striker Deniz Undav will surprisingly not be playing ... Show more
More information about the DFB squad, this time with some big surprises! Can you understand Jürgen Klopp's decisions? The new national coach is leaving ... Show more
VfB Stuttgart: Hoeneß on Undav: "Deniz can certainly do better": The captain remains lackluster again against 1. FC Köln. His coach speaks afterwards about the ...
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Paid articlePaywall No Undav, but Jeltsch and Vagnoman: These are the VfB professionals nominated by Klopp
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Deniz Undav is the new captain of VfB Stuttgart: vfb.de Deniz Undav is the new captain of VfB Stuttgart
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Key FactsDeniz Undav replaces Atakan Karazor as VfB captain
Aug 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: zvw.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: zvw.de
- Two days before the Bundesliga opener against FC Bayern München scheduled for Friday, 28 August, Sebastian Hoeneß announced the captaincy change.
- Karazor officially took over the role on 13 August 2024 and now has to give up the armband after about two years.
- Hoeneß cited Undav’s close cooperation, frequent appearances and particular importance to VfB’s success and resurgence.
- The composition of the leadership group remains open, as Hoeneß wants to wait until 1 September so that all players in the 2026/27 squad can elect the team council.
As captain, Ata continued the success story that we started in the first year. He will be remembered as the captain who raised the trophy high.— Sebastian Hoeneß at the press conference before the Bayern match.
The most important questions about the Bundesliga matchday: How big is the Klopp effect – | or is it even detrimental?
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DFB striker Undav and the World Cup exit: "Was it really my fault?": Germany had just been eliminated from the World Cup when then-national coach Julian ...
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Key FactsUndav questioned his own role after Germany’s World Cup exit
Aug 27, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-nachrichten.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-nachrichten.de
- Undav spent weeks wondering whether he bore some responsibility for Germany’s elimination because of his early shot against Paraguay.
- In the fifth minute, he shot early instead of passing across to a teammate who may have been better positioned.
- According to Undav, Nagelsmann called the incident a simple missed chance after elimination and did not contact him afterward.
- As a substitute, Undav scored three goals and provided two assists, but said he wanted to put the exit behind him.
All this time I kept thinking whether our exit was also my fault, because I shot at the goal just a few minutes after kickoff against Paraguay instead of passing it across. But at that moment I simply didn't see that a teammate might have been better positioned— Deniz Undav; stated in an interview with the Bundesliga magazine published on Friday (cited by Bild) about his self-doubt after the World Cup exit.
A much-discussed topic: Deniz Undav has been captain of VfB Stuttgart since this summer. But in the first two Bundesliga matches ...
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“Need a doner kebab or a burger”: Deniz Undav sharply criticizes modern training methods in football
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Key FactsUndav calls for more individualized football training
Aug 28, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: merkur.de
- Undav said data analysis benefits football, but players are increasingly treated like robots during training-load management.
- Undav explained that unfamiliar exercises could potentially contribute to injuries among players from other cultures.
- Undav stressed that his criticism was not aimed at VfB Stuttgart, which accommodates his wish for a döner or burger once or twice weekly.
- Stuttgart are scheduled to face defending champions FC Bayern at Allianz Arena in Friday evening’s Bundesliga opener.
Data analysis brings football a lot, but these days we look too much at the laptop. Footballers are being treated too much like robots in training management.— Deniz Undav, in an interview with the Bundesliga Magazine
What a start to the Champions League season for VfB Stuttgart - | And all this on the club's 133rd birthday: Thanks to Ermedin Demirovic's first-half ... Show more
DFB squad apparently without Undav - | Serie A star celebrates comeback: On Thursday, Jürgen Klopp will nominate his first squad as national coach ...
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A few crazy takes from the Bundesliga stars... Which combination would you try? 🤔😅 Who can eat as spicy food as Undav? 🥵
It's end-to-end stuff - | we're back in the lead 2-1! Once again it's Ermedin #Demirovic who puts the ball in the back of the net ... Show more
That's Ermedin #Demirovic 's hat trick! Deniz #Undav finds Demirovic at the penalty spot with a high ball. "Medo" takes the ball down strongly and volleys it ... Show more
"An astonishing signal": After the commotion surrounding transfer rumors in the summer, things have calmed down around Ermedin Demirovic ...
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Undav hat Shrimp-Allergie: „Wäre zweimal fast gestorben“ ⬅️ National striker Deniz Undav spoke impressively about his shrimp allergy in what was supposed to be a casual interview format ... Show more
"Undav puts it in again..." - | shortly after "All the meat is on the grill..." Incredibly important, Tiago Tomás' equalizer on matchday 32 of last season ... Show more
Starting XI debut for VfB duo: VfB Stuttgart hosts Viking FK today. Kick-off is at 6:45 pm at the MHP Arena. SPORT1 tells you where you can watch the game on TV ...
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"Almost died twice": DFB striker Deniz Undav shocks with statement: He's not one to mince his words. DFB star Undav now reveals that an illness almost cost ...
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Key FactsDeniz Undav reports life-threatening seafood allergy
Aug 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: merkur.de
- The 30-year-old spoke publicly about his severe allergy for the first time on the YouTube format “hstrystories.”
- According to Undav, reactions to shrimp caused swelling in his body and airways, and he nearly died twice.
- Despite the allergy, he regularly eats Gost u Birinc, stuffed vine leaves, lahmacun and döner, and once tried three million Scoville units of heat.
- The striker is currently preparing with VfB Stuttgart for the cup match scheduled away against Hansa Rostock on Friday, August 21, followed soon by Germany’s national-team assignment involving coach Klopp’s debut.
Yes, but only with salmon or vegetarian. Because I can’t eat shrimp. I’ve had an allergy twice; I almost died twice.— Deniz Undav, in a YouTube-format interview 'hstrystories' about his seafood allergy
VfB captain Deniz Undav assesses the game against FC Bayern after the 1:5 defeat! 😮💨
VfB Stuttgart: Two assists, good performance: This Deniz Undav is showing everyone what he's made of | Sport
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Deniz Undav (30) was extremely annoyed after the 1-5 opening defeat - | but with the utmost respect for the opponent. #undav #stuttgart #vfb #fcbayern #bundesliga
VfB Stuttgart: Atakan Karazor sidelined: Atakan Karazor was captain of VfB Stuttgart last season. He will lose the armband to fan favorite Deniz Undav for the ...
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What's crucial: Undav not a regular starter under Klopp: Fan favorite Deniz Undav is not a regular starter under Jürgen Klopp.
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Undav hadert lange mit WM-Aus!
Deniz Undav gab zu, nach dem Sechszehntelfinalaus gegen Paraguay lange mit Selbstzweifeln gekämpft haben zu haben ... Show more
VfB Stuttgart Striker: “We wrote” – | Undav reports on exchange with Klopp: The new national coach is expected at VfB on Monday – and has already contacted some ...
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“Undav is an incredible goalscorer” - | Hansa's Voglsammer issues a clear warning ahead of the cup match against VfB
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Key FactsVoglsammer warns of Undav before DFB-Pokal tie
Aug 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: merkur.de
- Hansa scored three goals in each of its first two third-division matches, with Andreas Voglsammer scoring three times overall.
- Voglsammer considers Rostock’s competitive rhythm a possible advantage but stresses that Stuttgart are operating at a high level even without a competitive match.
- He portrays Deniz Undav as a technically strong and prolific striker and calls for Hansa to defend collectively and stay focused throughout the match.
- The 34-year-old wants both to lead by example and support younger teammates, while the team must remain united when facing setbacks.
Undav is an unbelievable finisher.— Andreas Voglsammer, Hansa Rostock striker, in an exclusive interview with Absolut Fussball ahead of the cup duel against VfB Stuttgart.
VfB Stuttgart: With Undav - | VfB wins closed-door friendly: Two games on Saturday in London: VfB played an additional pre-season friendly in the morning at ...
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Key FactsVfB Stuttgart Advance After 4–0 Win in Rostock
Aug 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-nachrichten.de
- VfB Stuttgart won 4–0 at FC Hansa Rostock in the first round of the DFB Cup on August 21, 2026, advancing to the second round.
- Dženan Pejčinović scored three goals on his VfB debut.
- Coach Sebastian Hoeneß praised the intense performance and said reaching the second round had been the team’s objective.
- Hansa coach Daniel Brinkmann acknowledged Stuttgart as deserved winners but criticized the first two goals conceded as too easily allowed.
For Dzenan Pejcinovic, it was, of course, a dream debut with three goals.— Sebastian Hoeneß, VfB Stuttgart head coach, after the DFB-Pokal match against Hansa Rostock
Nobody will believe it! Dzenan #Pejcinovic does it again, scoring his second goal. Grischa #Prömel wins the ball and finds Deniz #Undav ... Show more
