title: Nürnberg's Reserves Fall to Stuttgart in Friendly Match
Núremberg's second-division squad suffered a 2-0 loss against Bundesliga powerhouse VfB Stuttgart in a recent friendly match. Veteran Genki Haraguchi and up-and-coming talent Lilian Egloff scored for Stuttgart, respectively, during the 49th and 56th minutes. Despite their minimal appearances under coach Sebastian Hoeneß, the duo delivered a solid performance.
Stuttgart maintained a stronghold on the match for extended periods but struggled to capitalize until the second half. After scoring twice, several young players were substituted, while key players were either rested or had international commitments.
Midfielder Johannes Geis returned to action with 20 minutes left to play, marking his comeback. Following the friendly, Núremberg will enjoy a break before resuming their preparations for the league match against Karlsruher SC.
Assessing their readiness for the higher division, Núremberg might consider scheduling more friendly matches against powerful opponents like Stuttgart. Despite the defeat, the reserves showed promise, with Genki Haraguchi and Lilian Egloff netting against Stuttgart's reserves in the friendly match held at Stuttgart.
Enrichment Insights: While the enrichment data does not provide specific information on how frequently Núremberg engages in friendly matches against higher-division teams, it highlights the competitive history and upcoming games for another second-division team, SV Darmstadt 98. Their team and fan preparations, along with their U21 team's games, are documented in the sources. To discover Núremberg's test match schedule, refer to their official website or relevant news articles that detail their preparations for competitive fixtures.
