Stuttgart Defeat Viking 3-1: Demirović Scores Hat-Trick in 12 Minutes

In the opening week of the UEFA Champions League, Stuttgart defeated Viking 3-1 at the MHP Arena to begin their European campaign with three points.

Demirović Scores Hat-Trick in 12 Minutes

Ermedin Demirović was the standout player of the match. The Bosnian striker gave Stuttgart the lead in the 20th minute.

Viking responded just two minutes later when Zlatko Tripić equalized in the 22nd minute. However, Stuttgart quickly regained control. Demirović found the net again in the 26th and 32nd minutes, completing a remarkable hat-trick within just 12 minutes.

Stuttgart Hold On to Their Lead

Stuttgart went into half-time with a 3-1 lead and successfully protected their advantage throughout the second half. The German side prevented Viking from reducing the deficit and secured a strong start to their Champions League campaign.

Deniz Undav also played an important role in Stuttgart's attacking performance. The forward contributed two assists, directly helping his team secure all three points.

Stuttgart Return to the Champions League with a Win

The result marked Stuttgart's return to the Champions League after a 588-day absence, and they immediately made an impressive statement with a convincing victory.

Viking, meanwhile, left their first match in the competition without a point. Stuttgart's three points provide a positive start to the league phase, while Demirović's spectacular hat-trick stands out as one of the night's most impressive individual performances.