Champions League Briefing: Stuttgart suffer double injury blow ahead of Galatasaray clash

Double blow as Angelo Stiller and Leo Sauer ruled out

A devastating double blow has been confirmed as both stars Angelo Stiller and Leo Sauer are ruled out of the trip to Galatasaray on 3 November 2026. Key midfielder Angelo Stiller picked up an adductor injury in the DFB-Pokal, just before winger Leo Sauer suffered a sudden gluteal muscle issue in the club's latest training session. This massive personnel loss has immediately put the coaching staff on red alert.

Tactical headache for VfB Stuttgart in the Champions League

VfB Stuttgart have been dealt a bitter blow with the loss of Angelo Stiller – an irreplaceable figure who has started all 12 matches across all competitions this season, contributing four goals. The injury crisis continues to sweep through the squad, lengthening the casualty list ahead of this crucial clash. It represents an ultimate test for the German side as they travel to the Galatasaray cauldron severely depleted.