VfB Stuttgart wins convincingly in Rostock: Dajaku scores three in DFB-Pokal

Hat-trick on debut

Beyond Dajaku's goals, Stuttgart also delivered a focused performance. The team never allowed things to get out of hand for long stretches of the game and safely saw out their lead. Rostock tried to fight back in the decisive moments but found little answer against the visitors' compact defence. In the end, it was a clear victory for the Bundesliga side, who thus advanced to the second round of the DFB-Pokal without any trouble.

For Hansa Rostock, the defeat meant elimination from the cup competition. After their clear home loss, the third-division side bows out of the DFB-Pokal early and can now concentrate on day-to-day league action in the 3. Liga, where Oliver Schmidt's side faces its own challenges in the current season. The result also fits the usual distribution of roles between a third-division side and a Bundesliga team.

Rostock focus on the league

After the successful competitive opener in the cup, VfB Stuttgart are now looking ahead to their remaining tasks. With the performance in Rostock and Dajaku's hat-trick, the team has sent a clear signal to the competition in the national tournament. The coach and the club's decision-makers can build on this performance as things continue in the cup and the Bundesliga in the coming weeks.

Dajaku's goals came mainly after structured attacks down the flanks, which repeatedly caused problems for the Rostock defence. Stuttgart were efficient in front of goal and took their chances consistently. Stuttgart also had the upper hand in midfield for the most part, laying the groundwork for the attacker's three goals.

Stuttgart advance to the next round

Rostock managed only a few notable attempts on goal in the match. The team tried to pose a threat with long balls and set pieces, but the Stuttgart defence, marshalled by their goalkeeper, did not allow any clear chances. The home side were thus denied the hoped-for upset against the favourites on the evening.

By advancing to the next round, Stuttgart are among the first clubs to have successfully completed their DFB-Pokal matchday. For the club, this means not only sporting success but also additional revenue from the competition, which could be particularly important for the upcoming tasks concerning the squad.