Hoeneß reflects on Stuttgart’s “agonizing” loss to Leverkusen

Sebastian Hoeneß has given his thoughts on Stuttgart’s heartbreaking defeat to Bayer Leverkusen.

VfB Stuttgart were well on their way to beating Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga on Sunday evening, leading 3-1 in the second half.

However, the Swabians came away empty-handed after a late comeback saw the visitors run out 4-3 winners.

Stuttgart coach Seasbtian Hoeneß was understandably disappointed after the final whistle.

“It’s hard, it hurts, the outcome of the match is agonizing,” said a frustrated Hoeneß in a post-match interview. 

“We demonstrated exactly what we set out to do: we played with passion, with bravery, put Leverkusen under constant pressure. The deserved reward was that we managed to build a two-goal lead. The crucial factor in the final score is that we conceded too quickly after our goals.”

The defeat sees Stuttgart go into the international break without a win in their last five matches.

“There’s no good wallowing in self-pity now; we have to get through this period together and do everything in our power to turn it around. If we manage that, it can bring us further as a team,” said Hoeneß.