Eintracht Frankfurt edged closer to the Europa League round of 16 with a commanding 2-0 victory over Ferencváros, highlighted by a stunning strike from Can Uzun. Meanwhile, Hoffenheim suffered a 2-3 defeat against Tottenham, leaving them with a must-win scenario against Anderlecht in their final group match.
Eintracht Frankfurt’s journey in the europa League gained momentum as they clinched a crucial 2-0 win against Ferencváros Budapest, thanks in part to a spectacular goal from 19-year-old Can Uzun. The young talent broke the deadlock in the 49th minute with a precise long-range effort, setting the stage for Hugo Ekitiké to double the lead ten minutes later.
despite the absence of star striker Omar Marmoush, who recently completed his move to Manchester City, Frankfurt secured their fifth group-stage victory in Europe’s second-tier club competition.With 16 points, they trail group leaders Lazio Rome by just three points, maintaining their stronghold in both the Bundesliga and the Europa league under coach dino Toppmöller’s guidance.
Though, Frankfurt’s path to the round of 16 remains uncertain, as they must secure a decisive result in their upcoming clash against AS Roma on Thursday evening at 9 p.m.
Hoffenheim’s European Hopes Hang by a Thread
In contrast, TSG Hoffenheim’s Europa League campaign is on the brink of collapse following a 2-3 loss to Tottenham Hotspur. Coach Christian Ilzer’s side now faces a do-or-die situation in their final group match against RSC Anderlecht, where onyl a victory can keep their playoff hopes alive.
Tottenham’s James Maddison opened the scoring in the 3rd minute, followed by Heung-min Son’s goal in the 22nd minute, putting Hoffenheim on the back foot early in front of a packed crowd of 30,150 in Sinsheim. Anton Stach managed to pull one back in the 68th minute, but Son’s second goal in the 77th minute dashed Hoffenheim’s comeback hopes. David Mokwa’s late strike in the 88th minute proved insufficient, leaving Hoffenheim with just one win in seven group matches and struggling in the Bundesliga relegation zone.
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