VfB Stuttgart Dominates Bayer Leverkusen with 4-1 Bundesliga Victory

Stuttgart Secures Resounding Win at BayArena

VfB Stuttgart delivered a dominant performance against Bayer Leverkusen, securing a decisive 4-1 victory in a German Bundesliga match held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the BayArena in Leverkusen. The win marked a significant return to league action for Stuttgart following the three-week winter break.

First-Half Blitz Establishes Commanding Lead

Stuttgart established a formidable lead in the first half, scoring all four of their goals before the interval. Jamie Leweling opened the scoring in the 10th minute. Maximilian Mittelstädt then doubled Stuttgart's advantage in the 29th minute by converting a penalty. Leweling added his second goal of the match in the 45th minute, and Deniz Undav extended the lead to 4-0 just before half-time in the 45+1 minute.

Undav's Pivotal Contribution

Deniz Undav played a crucial role in Stuttgart's offensive display. Beyond scoring his own goal, the forward provided two assists for Jamie Leweling's goals, showcasing his significant impact on the team's attacking prowess. His performance was central to Stuttgart's ability to 'completely dismantle Leverkusen in the opening half', as noted by reports.

Leverkusen's Consolation and League Standings

Bayer Leverkusen managed to pull one goal back in the second half, with Alejandro Grimaldo converting a penalty in the 66th minute. However, this proved to be a mere consolation for the home side. The victory was particularly noteworthy for Stuttgart, as it ended a long-standing winless streak against Leverkusen, marking their first triumph against them since April 2018. Following the match, Stuttgart moved level on 29 points with both Leverkusen and RB Leipzig, positioning them in fifth place in the Bundesliga standings, trailing on goal difference.