Union Berlin's dream goal sparks shock win over VfB Stuttgart

Under a frosty sky at the Gazi‑Stadion on Sunday 04 October 2026, the women’s Bundesliga clash between Union Berlin and VfB Stuttgart unfolded before a watchful board chairman Alexander Wehrle. After a goalless first twenty minutes, Union’s Samantha Steuerwald unleashed a long‑range strike that set the tone for a 0‑4 defeat for the hosts.

Opening strike and scoring burst

Steuerwald’s dream goal arrived in the 24th minute, a powerful shot from roughly 25 metres that curled into the top‑left corner, leaving the Stuttgart goalkeeper stranded. The Berliners built on the momentum as Lina Hausicke doubled the lead in the 51st minute, heading a right‑flank cross past a disorganised defence. Hausicke added a third strike in the 83rd minute, sealing the rout, while Jill Janssens contributed the third‑overall goal in the 73rd minute after a swift counter‑attack.

Stuttgart, newly promoted from Schwaben, struggled to respond. Despite creating several opportunities, including Verena Wieder’s runs in the 65th and 72nd minutes, the visitors failed to convert, squandering two of the few chances they generated in the final half hour.

League implications and upcoming fixtures

The defeat marks Stuttgart’s second loss in four league matches, leaving them on eight points in eighth place. Union Berlin, celebrating their second win of the season, climb to tenth in the Frauen‑Bundesliga, a boost after a difficult start. Coach Marie‑Louise Eta’s side appeared dominant, capitalising on defensive lapses and maintaining pressure throughout.

Looking ahead, Union Berlin host 1. FC Nürnberg on 18 October at 14:00, while VfB Stuttgart travel to face FC Bayern Munich the following day at 18:00. The match will also be featured in a Sunday programme on swr.de/sport, titled “VfB Stuttgart loses to Union Berlin 0‑4”.