Star performs a fierce display:
In a thrilling encounter at the Deutsche Bank Park, Eintracht Frankfurt demonstrated their Champions League suitability with a never-give-up attitude. The home team managed to secure a draw against Galatasaray Istanbul, led by Ilkay Gündogan, in their first match of the 2022/2023 Champions League season.
The match started with an early setback for Frankfurt as Yunus Akgün scored an own goal, but the team showed resilience, with Can Uzun, Jonathan Burkardt (twice), and Ansgar Knauff scoring powerful goals to equalise the score.
Burkardt, the king transfer from FSV Mainz, has become the symbol of Eintracht Frankfurt's fighting spirit, and he was the match winner, looking relieved after the game. Gündogan, Galatasaray's captain, led his team valiantly, but they faced a tough defeat in the Champions League.
The home fans remained vigilant and watchful, creating a peaceful and spectacular atmosphere, as per the delight of Eintracht Frankfurt's board member, Philipp Reschke. The chant 'Europe's best team - SGE!' echoed at the end of the game, reflecting the home team's confidence and determination in the Champions League.
Markus Krösche, Eintracht Frankfurt's sporting director, acknowledged the team's performance, stating that being at the top of the table after the first matchday is not something to count on, but it was a good start in the Champions League. He also addressed the ongoing construction sites in German football, expressing no concern about the league's competitiveness in the Champions League.
The Bundesliga started competitively, with two wins and two draws on the first matchday. Two German teams, Bayern and Frankfurt, have won their Champions League matches, setting a strong tone for the German teams in the competition.
Eintracht Frankfurt faces upcoming challenges against Atletico Madrid (September 30) and FC Liverpool (October 22) in the Champions League. The team will look to build on their impressive performance against Galatasaray and continue their journey in the prestigious Champions League tournament.
