VfB Stuttgart Reflects on Successful Season Despite Cup Final Loss

VfB Stuttgart's season ended with a 3-0 defeat in the DFB-Pokal final against FC Bayern Munich, but the team and its management are choosing to focus on the significant achievements made throughout the year. Coach Sebastian Hoeneß stated that the final loss should not define the season's overall success, asserting that the team can depart the campaign "with their heads held high."

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We can depart the season with our heads held high.

Club executives, including CEO Alexander Wehrle and Sporting Director Fabian Wohlgemuth, echoed this sentiment, expressing pride in the team's performance. For the second consecutive year, Stuttgart reached the DFB-Pokal final, and they secured qualification for next season's Champions League through their league performance. Their Europa League campaign was also respectable until their elimination in the round of 16.

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We have exceeded our season expectations. Hopefully, next season will be just as good.

"We have exceeded our season expectations. Hopefully, next season will be just as good," remarked national player Deniz Undav, who is a key focus for contract extension talks this summer. The club aims to finalize a deal with Undav before he joins the national team. Additionally, VfB Stuttgart has confirmed the free transfer of midfielder Grischa Prömel from TSG Hoffenheim, signing him until 2029. The club is also addressing the goalkeeper position, with discussions ongoing regarding potential new signings or a return for Alexander Nübel.

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The most important thing is not to immediately rush forward again. Of course, the summer break is busy, it's about transfers and strengthening the team. But it's also important to remain in long-term thinking, both sportingly and economically.