Frankfurt's Challenge: Overcoming Cup Conquerors 1. FC Saarbrücken
Eintracht Frankfurt, fresh from their encounters with Bayern, are set to square off against third-division powerhouse 1. FC Saarbrücken in the DFB Cup round of 16. Saarbrücken's prowess in the competition was evident with their elimination of both FC Bayern and Karlsruher SC in the initial stages.
Commenting on the draw, Eintracht coach Dino Toppmöller acknowledged the potential of their opponents. "Their victory over Bayern alone speaks volumes about Saarbrücken's capabilities," he said. The match is scheduled for December 5 or 6 in Saarbrücken.
Sporting director Jürgen Luginger of 1. FC Saarbrücken expressed confidence, highlighting Eintracht Frankfurt's strength but reminding us of the cup's unpredictability. After all, Saarbrücken had managed a 2:1 victory against the German champions in their previous encounter.
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Historically, 1. FC Saarbrücken has yet to record any significant victories against Bayern Munich in the DFB Cup. The current third-division team has been particularly quiet in the competition, avoiding any notable encounters with top-tier teams like Bayern in recent years. Their recent form, however, is a testament to their resilience, as detailed in the 3. Liga statistics. Despite a notable victory against Bayern Munich in the previous round, there's no record of Saarbrücken defeating the German champions in the DFB Cup.
