Hansa Rostock vs VfB Stuttgart (21 August 2026, DFB-Pokal): match facts, form and head-to-head

Stuttgart turned the trip to Rostock into a statement win, dismantling the hosts 4‑0 on their own turf. The German side, currently sitting 14th with just three points from one victory and three defeats, boosted their goal difference to –3 after the convincing performance. Hansa Rostock, whose league data remain unavailable, were unable to threaten the visitors throughout the encounter. The result also tipped the head‑to‑head balance this season in Stuttgart’s favour, giving them the sole win after a previous 0‑0 stalemate. With the three points, Stuttgart edge a little closer to climbing out of the relegation zone.