Justin Diehl marked his return to the VfB Stuttgart first team with a lively display in the friendly against FC Luzern, offering a timely reminder of his quality after a long spell troubled by injuries.
The 21-year-old winger created the opener, added the second goal himself, and played with confidence on the left side as Stuttgart eased through the game. His movement was sharp, his touch was clean, and his willingness to attack defenders brought energy to the side.
Coach Sebastian Hoeneß praised Diehl after the match: "It was a good, noticeable performance. The key for him is that he stays fit and consistent. He has the weapons to do that, as he has already proven." The words underline what the club hopes to see from him over the coming months.
After gaining minutes with the reserve team before Christmas, the appearance feels like a turning point.
Diehl pushes for a place in the squad for the Bundesliga opener against Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday, knowing it is a chance to rebuild momentum.
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