VfB Stuttgart Defeats Celta Vigo 2-1 in Europa League Opener

VfB Stuttgart secured a 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo in their Europa League opener, with new signings making a notable impact alongside key players like Chema Andrés. Stuttgart entered the match following an uneven start to their Bundesliga campaign, while Celta Vigo sought their first win after a series of draws. The match featured strong home possession from Stuttgart, an injury substitution for defender Finn Jeltsch, and critical saves by Celta's goalkeeper Ionut Radu. Stuttgart's lineup included summer acquisitions such as Bilal El Khannouss and Chema Andrés, reflecting tactical choices by coach Sebastian Hoeneß, while Celta Vigo fielded a changed squad with notable bench players like Borja Iglesias. The match was broadcast live across multiple platforms, including Univision NOW, TUDN USA, Paramount+, and Amazon Prime Video in the U.S., highlighting broad international interest. Both teams aim to improve their European standings this season, with Stuttgart building on last season's Champions League campaign and Celta returning to European competition after an eight-year hiatus.