Eintracht Frankfurt vs Wolfsburg: Prediction, Team News, and Lineups
Eintracht Frankfurt will host Wolfsburg at Deutsche Bank Park this Sunday evening, aiming to solidify their position in the top four of the Bundesliga. The Eagles have shown strong form lately, remaining unbeaten in their last five league matches. In contrast, Wolfsburg finds themselves struggling, with significant challenges both on and off the pitch.
Match Preview: Eintracht Frankfurt vs Wolfsburg
Eintracht Frankfurt currently occupies the sixth position in the Bundesliga standings, having won three of their last four league matches. Their offensive prowess is a key asset, with the team scoring 27 goals this season. However, defensive vulnerabilities have been a concern, as they have conceded 22 goals, ranking them among the worse defensive records in the league.
Wolfsburg, on the other hand, is experiencing a crisis. The team has suffered eight defeats in their last nine games, including a 3-1 loss to Bayer Leverkusen last weekend. The pressure has mounted after the club parted ways with both their sporting director and manager during the international break. Currently, interim coach Daniel Bauer is tasked with reviving the team’s fortunes, following a challenging home defeat.
Recent Form
- Eintracht Frankfurt Bundesliga Form: L D W D W W
- Wolfsburg Bundesliga Form: L L W L L L
Injury Updates
Eintracht Frankfurt faces several injury challenges as they prepare for the match. Can Yilmaz Uzun will miss the game due to a hamstring injury, while midfielder Hugo Larsson is sidelined with a thigh issue. Jonathan Burkardt is also a concern after suffering a calf injury.
Wolfsburg’s injury list is extensive. Key players like Adam Daghim and Bence Dardai are unavailable, while Kilian Fischer and Moritz Jenz continue to struggle with their respective injuries. Additionally, American player Kevin Paredes has seen little action this season.
Projected Lineups
| Team | Possible Starting Lineup |
|---|---|
| Eintracht Frankfurt | Zetterer; Collins, Koch, Theate, Brown; Skhiri, Chaibi; Doan, Gotze, Knauff; Wahi |
| Wolfsburg | Grabara; Kumbedi, Vavro, Koulierakis, Zehnter; Arnold, Gerhardt; Wimmer, Majer, Amoura; Pejcinovic |
Match Prediction
Given Frankfurt’s offensive strength and Wolfsburg’s ongoing issues, the upcoming match appears to favor the hosts. El-Balad predicts a 3-0 victory for Eintracht Frankfurt, as they seek to bounce back from their recent Champions League defeat. With their attacking capabilities and Wolfsburg’s injury setbacks, Frankfurt is expected to dominate the game.
