What happened. Dženan Pejčinović scored a hat-trick on his competitive debut for VfB Stuttgart in a 4-0 DFB Cup win at Hansa Rostock, showcasing his potential after a summer move from Wolfsburg.

Was joint top-scorer for Wolfsburg last season with eight Bundesliga goals.
Earned first Germany U21 call-ups, scoring two goals in seven caps.
Stuttgart coach Sebastian Hoeneß praised his 'dream start'.

“That was a dream start. We battled to sign him. It's fun to have him.”
— Sebastian Hoeneß

Pejčinović will face his former club Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga season opener, aiming to continue his hot streak.

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