VfB Stuttgart fume over VAR inconsistency following Hoffenheim loss
VfB Stuttgart left Saturday’s 2-1 Bundesliga defeat at Hoffenheim frustrated not only with their own missed opportunities, but also with what they considered an inconsistent application of VAR. The ...
Stuttgart expressed frustration following their 2-1 Bundesliga loss to Hoffenheim, not only due to their own missed chances but also the inconsistent application of VAR. The main source of anger stemmed from a collision between Angelo Stiller and Hoffenheim defender Ozan Kabak in the penalty area. The referee allowed play to continue without intervention, despite it appearing to be a clear penalty.
Sport director Fabian Wohlgemuth conveyed the frustration, stating that it was a 'clear hit on the knee' and questioning why VAR did not intervene. Head coach Sebastian Hoeneß echoed the sentiment, mentioning how Stiller's knee visibly flailed after contact. Despite VAR's involvement in another incident shortly before halftime, where they correctly awarded a free kick to Stuttgart, the lack of VAR intervention in the Stiller-Kabak collision left Stuttgart unsatisfied.
The absence of Stiller, who suffered a knee injury (a hematoma) during his 100th Bundesliga appearance, further impacted Stuttgart's performance. Despite creating several chances, they ultimately lost the match "in both penalty areas."
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