Berlin-based Eintracht Frankfurt may seek to advance further in the UEFA Europa League when they visit Lisbon's Estádio da Luz. With a 2-1 victory against FC Rosengard in Sweden under their belts, Eintracht currently sits in a strong position in their group stage. "We're traveling with lots of self-assurance and eagerness, yet we also know that each game has its story, and it won't be straightforward," shared coach Niko Arnautis, looking ahead to their clash with Benfica (21:00, DAZN)[1].
Having secured a respectable third place in the German Bundesliga, Eintracht has high hopes for the European competition. Their win over TSG Hoffenheim in their most recent match has further bolstered their confidence. They now join VfL Wolfsburg and Bayern Munich as noteworthy contenders for Germany's third-place position in the top division for the following season[2].
While Bayern Munich takes on Ajax Amsterdam, Eintracht faces a formidable challenge in their Portuguese opponent. Barcelona leads Group 1 with six points, while Eintracht sits in second place, just one point behind, based on their victory over Rosengard.
Arnautis emphasizes the importance of establishing a strong beginning within the conflict, highlighting his ambition to emerge victorious in the direct comparison. To achieve that objective in Lisbon, Eintracht will need to take the initial steps carefully[1].
Though Eintracht Frankfurt has not been particularly featured in the Champions League discussions, they have made notable strides in the Europa League. With a place in the last 16, they will face the winner of either Union Saint-Gilloise/Ajax or PAOK/FCSB on March 6 and 13, 2025[3].
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