Eintracht Frankfurt, for example, will want to continue their European success as the current 2022 Europa League champions. The team, led by notable players such as Mario Götze and Michy Batshuayi, is gearing up for a high-stakes encounter against Tottenham Hotspur. Frankfurt has other ideas and is hellbent on derailing Spurs’ season. They are excited to debut their skills and tactical development against a strong opponent in this next match.
One of the underrated features for Frankfurt is Jean-Matteo Bahoya, the club’s fastest player. He finally burst onto the scene last year, trending after reaching an astounding 23.09 mph, becoming the first player in Bundesliga history to break 37 km/h (23 mph). His combination of skill and explosive speed has been the critical factor to Frankfurt’s attacking strategy. Joining Bahoya is Michy Batshuayi, a Premier League veteran, and World Cup champion Mario Götze, with more than 300 Bundesliga appearances. Combined, they form a fearsome front three that should cause Tottenham plenty of trouble.
Frankfurt’s Tactical Approach
Frankfurt’s new head coach, Dino Toppmoller, has been trying to implement a Dortmund-style possession game since he was hired in the summer. Toppmoller’s plan is to exploit the technical superiority and pace of his players, and that was evident from the first match. Dennis Bayer, specialised football analyst, noted that when they finally went through with the hiring of Dino Toppmoller, there developed a clear ambition of creating a possession-based style of play. As Bayer noted, their efforts to execute this strategy last season backfired. This campaign, Toppmoller’s side clearly seem more focused on perfecting their strategy and delivering it seamlessly on the field.
The team’s possession-oriented style fits perfectly with the centralized strengths of key players such as Mario Götze and Bahoya. Götze, now 32, adds a wealth of invaluable experience to the squad. His impact in important games is never in doubt, notably in Europe where he has appeared in 119 matches. As Bayer noted, “He’s the brain of the team,” underlining Götze’s key role as play maestro.
Bahoya’s elite speed means he is always a threat on the wing. “He’s one of the best players in the Bundesliga because he’s really fast, he’s tall, and very good technically with the ball, so that makes him a weapon,” said Bayer. He truly looks like he can overpower every defender and score at will. This ability will be key when facing a Tottenham backline that has been known to falter this season.
Key Players to Watch
Beyond Götze and Bahoya, the best known player is Michy Batshuayi, who played in the Premier League for Chelsea and went out on loan to several clubs. Perhaps it’s his time in England that’s given him perspective on how to approach a high-pressure match against top-tier opposition like Tottenham. His past performances will be crucial as Frankfurt prepares to face off against a team eager to prove itself in both domestic and European competitions.
And don’t take your eyes off of Hugo Ekitike! This 22-year-old star on the Frankfurt front line has already turned the heads of many top clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City. Ekitike is poised to showcase his abilities against Tottenham, providing him with an opportunity to demonstrate his potential on a larger stage.
Bayer emphasized Ekitike’s spirit and aspirations. For example, Ekitike will want to prove against Spurs that he can compete at this level with Premier League opposition. His form will be crucial to Frankfurt’s fortunes in this final and future domestic and European matches.
Transfer Interests and Future Prospects
Otherwise, Frankfurt’s savvy signings—like their moves to strengthen their squad with pre-emptive transfers—have consisted of preventing others’ losses. The club had aggressively pursued Mathys Tel, a high upside forward out of Tottenham. He just came on loan from Bayern Munich. In fact, Bayer told us, “Frankfurt had wanted to sign Mathys Tel as a replacement for Marmoush. Speaking to Toppmoller last week in an interview, he didn’t hold back in expressing how he felt. He promised to show just how much he likes him. This interest highlights Frankfurt’s willingness to get out ahead in shoring up their squad for next season already.
The squad looks forward to their key upcoming match against Tottenham. We can’t wait to see what this atmosphere will be like for such an electrifying encounter! Bayer commented on the significance of playing in front of passionate fans: “It’s one of the best and most fired-up atmospheres in Germany. If Tottenham are not good at handling such atmospheres, it’s going to be an opportunity for Toppmoller’s side.
Frankfurt is looking to leverage this fast and furious atmosphere to launch themselves into the winner’s circle.
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