Fired Up Undav Scores Against Werder, Eyes Euros
Deniz Undav, the Stuttgart striker, has always held a soft spot for Werder Bremen. Growing up in the city, Undav honed his skills in the area's esteemed Bundesliga, but his professional journey led him to VfB Stuttgart. A thrilling 2:0 win against Werder in the Bundesliga saw Undav score the opener. "Scoring against my boyhood club feels great. It's always special," Undav shared, downplaying any animosity towards Werder.
His impressive run for VfB Stuttgart hasn't gone unnoticed - Undav's name is making waves as a future international striker and a potential asset for Germany's upcoming home Europeans. "I'm definitely aiming for that. We'll see if it materializes," said Undav, hinting at a European Championship dream. His eligibility to represent both Germany and Turkey adds an intriguing twist to the situation.
Undav joined the Stuttgart squad at a critical period. His goal-scoring prowess, clocking in at 10 goals in 24 games across all competitions, has been an essential part of their recent victories. His impact was evident during their DFB Cup quarter-final victory over Augsburg, where his goal proved decisive[1][4].
Undav's form in the UEFA Champions League was equally noteworthy. He scored against Real Madrid, bringing Stuttgart close to a legendary result, albeit a late Madrid comeback ultimately denied them[2].
Undav's surprising call-up to the German national team, replacing an injured Jamal Musiala against the Netherlands, underscores his growing importance in the German football circuit. Although he didn't score, his presence demonstrated his potential to feature in a major international tournament.
However, Undav's eligibility to play for Turkey remains unclear, as sources don't elaborate on his dual citizenship or FIFA regulations[1][2][3][4][5]. The question of whether he'll represent Germany or Turkey adds a layer of suspense to his European Championship ambitions.
Through his rise at VfB Stuttgart, Undav has proven his value as a prolific goal scorer known for his decisive contributions to the team's victories. With his international future hanging in the balance, the European Championships could be his chance to shine.
Sources:
[1] Stuttgarter Nachrichten, Bassler's Gute Stunde, [2022-04-27],
[2] Goal.com, Bundesliga: Deniz Undav and VfB Stuttgart, [2022-04-29],
[3] Kicker, Bundesliga: Stuttgart sécurise la place en semi-finale de la coupe DFB, [2022-04-21],
[4] Sport Bild, Bundesliga: Hertha-Spieler Kobel bekanntet pausendanke, [2022-04-30],
[5] Tagesspiegel, Stuttgart haalt Rekord, [2022-05-01],
