Glasgow, Scotland — VfB Stuttgart delivered a commanding performance in their UEFA Europa League clash, overwhelming Celtic with clinical finishing and disciplined defending at Celtic Park.
The German visitors struck early and often, with Bilal El Khannouss leading the charge. Benjamin Nygren briefly leveled proceedings for the hosts, but Stuttgart's attacking quality proved too much for Celtic to contain. Jamie Leweling and Tiago Tomás added second-half goals to complete the rout.
GOALS:- 15' Bilal El Khannouss - VfB Stuttgart- 21' Benjamin Nygren - Celtic- 28' Bilal El Khannouss - VfB Stuttgart- 57' Jamie Leweling - VfB Stuttgart- 90+3' Tiago Tomás - VfB Stuttgart
STANDOUT PLAYERS:- Celtic: Benjamin Nygren - Lone goal, bright spot in defeat- VfB Stuttgart: Bilal El Khannouss - Two goals, controlled midfield
KEY STAT: Stuttgart converted five of 16 shots while Celtic managed just two shots on target from 11 attempts, highlighting the visitors' superior efficiency in front of goal.