Europa League Showdown: Eintracht Frankfurt vs. FK Rigas Futbola Skola
Intense Preparations for the Europa League
Frankfurt/Main (dpa/lhe) - Eintracht Frankfurt's coach Dino Toppmöller leaves nothing to chance as he prepares for the upcoming Europa League home match against FK Rigas Futbola Skola. Many view the current Latvian champion as an unknown, but Toppmüller sees them differently. He notes, 'They have very robust defenders, with an average height around 1.95 meters.' The attack is 'very, very dangerous,' demanding a strong start from Frankfurt.
Can Uzun's Debut
One of the key players expected to start is Can Uzun. The 18-year-old is eager to make his debut in front of a packed stadium. 'There’s nothing better than playing in the Europa Cup,' Uzun expressed, having moved from 1. FC Nürnberg with high expectations.
Excitement Amidst a Busy Schedule
These weeks mark the beginning of three consecutive busy weeks for Eintracht, with six matches scheduled until November 10. Defender Rasmus Kristensen shares his enthusiasm, calling it 'the best thing ever.' With four points from the first two Europa League matches, Frankfurt is determined to continue their winning trajectory at home against Riga.
Understanding the Opponent
As the top team in Latvia, FK Rigas Futbola Skola has performed well this season, leading their league with a six-point advantage. However, their competitive level is not equivalent to the Bundesliga, as noted by Oliver Schlegl, a Latvian football expert. Despite a rough start with a loss to FCSB Bucharest, they managed a draw against Galatasaray Istanbul.
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