Stuttgart, a football establishment with roots dating back to 1893, graces the pitch of Germany's MHPArena, before adoring crowds of dedicated supporters. Born in an era where football was yet to permeate the cultural fabric, the squad has since established a reputation for their enduring dedication to the game.
A glance at the team's total market value might cause one to blanch, holding as it does a weighty sum of approximately £318m. This estimation is not without due diligence, in fact, derived from the meticulous evaluation of Transfermarkt.
Curiosity might take one to delve deeper into the composition of this hardy team. The Stuttgart squad boasts of 24 diligent players, each one of them integral to the harmony and efficacy of the team. A striking point of note is the mean age which stands at an enthusiastic 25, indicative of the youthful vigour that resonates within the team.
For the seasoned observer or the novice enthusiast, the team's performance this season offers intriguing insights. Four competitions have seen Stuttgart’s active involvement to various degrees of success. They secured a satisfactory 5th place standing in the Bundesliga, held their ground to reach the finals of the DFB-Pokal and DFL-Supercup. Their journey in the Europa League though commendable, ended at the Last 16.