Angelo Stiller
VFB
Center Midfielder
Creative Playmaker
Apr 4, 2001 (25)
Left
6'0"
170 lb
Cleared to start Saturday
Stiller (knee) is available and starts Saturday's match against Dortmund.
Analysis: Stiller worked his way back from the knee issue that limited him earlier in the week and is now fit enough to start against Dortmund. His return is a significant boost for Stuttgart, particularly with one of their important players back in the lineup.
Late call against Dortmund
Stiller (knee) is a late fitness call for Saturday's clash against Dortmund, according to coach Sebastian Hoeness. "With Ange it's a positive trend, we currently hope that he will be there, we will have to wait for tomorrow's training."
Analysis: Stiller had been unable to train fully at the start of the week following the knee-on-knee collision with Ozan Kabak in the loss to Hoffenheim, having since progressed to individual work on the pitch. His participation in the final training session will determine whether he is available, with even a starting role still not entirely ruled out if his recovery continues on this positive path.
Resumes individual training
Stiller (knee) returned to the training pitch Tuesday but worked individually as he continues his recovery from a knee contusion suffered against Hoffenheim, according to Leon Potuzhek.
Analysis: Stiller has made encouraging progress after being forced off in the 34th minute against Hoffenheim following a knee-on-knee collision with Ozan Kabak. His ability to resume individual work just a few days later reinforces the initial assessment that he avoided a significant injury, though he has yet to return to team training. Stiller therefore remains uncertain for Saturday's clash against Dortmund, with his involvement in training later in the week likely to determine his availability.
Could return against BVB
Stiller avoided a serious injury after his early substitution against Hoffenheim, with tests confirming a knee contusion, and could already be available for Saturday's match against Dortmund, according to BILD.
Analysis: Stiller had needed treatment for significant pain after a knee-on-knee collision with Ozan Kabak before being withdrawn in the 34th minute. No firm timeline has been given for his return, with the club planning to assess him day by day, but there remains genuine hope he could feature in Saturday's big match against Dortmund, with coach Sebastian Hoeness otherwise needing to adjust his central midfield option if Stiller is unavailable.
Suffers knee contusion
Stiller was forced off after 34 minutes of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Hoffenheim due to a knee contusion, according to Bild.
Analysis: Stiller attempted to continue after taking a knee-to-knee blow but was unable to play through the discomfort, making his status worth monitoring despite Stuttgart describing the injury as a contusion. The initial update offers some encouragement that he avoided a more serious issue, though the upcoming examinations should determine whether he is at risk of missing time. Stiller is a regular presence in Stuttgart's midfield, so any absence would leave a significant hole in the starting XI.
Forced off injured Saturday
Stiller exited Saturday's Bundesliga fixture at Hoffenheim after 34 minutes due to injury, with 19-year-old Yanik Spalt taking his place.
Analysis: Stiller was withdrawn in the 34th minute at Hoffenheim, and with no indication yet of what the problem is, his status for the coming week is entirely open. The Germany international is the pivot around which Stuttgart's midfield is organised, so any absence would carry more weight than a like-for-like replacement suggests.
Assists opening goal
Stiller assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Viking FK.
Analysis: Stiller set up Stuttgart's first goal with a perfect low cross that was slotted home by Ermedin Demirovic, who scored a hat-trick. Stiller is known for his ability to create chances from his deep-lying playmaker role, and he should remain a key cog in Stuttgart's attack.
Ready for new season
Stiller is back for preseason with Stuttgart after the post World Cup break, according to the club.
Analysis: Stiller made 34 Bundesliga appearances last season, starting 30 of them and playing 2,744 minutes while contributing two goals and five assists, continuing his role as a near constant presence in the club's midfield. He capped the season with Germany's group stage World Cup exit, contributing one tackle and one interception in the loss to Ecuador, and his return to club training now shifts focus to preseason preparations for the new 2026/27 Bundesliga campaign.
Makes first World Cup appearance
Stiller generated one tackle (one won) and one interception in Thursday's 2-1 defeat against Ecuador.
Analysis: Stiller replaced Aleksandar Pavlovic at halftime after his midfield partner was booked for serious foul play just before the break, entering with Germany locked at 1-1 following Enner Valencia's early equalizer. He chipped in with one tackle and one interception while helping Germany dictate possession for much of the second half, but couldn't stop Ecuador from finding the winner in the 77th minute as Gonzalo Plata finished off Kevin Rodriguez's flicked header. The 2-1 defeat wrapped up Germany's group-stage campaign, though manager Julian Nagelsmann's squad had already secured its place in the Round of 32 before kickoff.
Makes three tackles
Stiller took an off target shot, created two chances and made three tackles during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Werder Bremen.
Analysis: Stiller was held off the scoresheet while leading Stuttgart with his three tackles in the draw. The midfielder has a goal to go along with three shots, two chances created and seven tackles over his last three appearances.
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