Eintracht Frankfurt vs Ajax Live Stream – Europa League Match Preview (13.03.25)

📅 Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025
🕒 Kick-off: 20:45 UTC+3
🏟️ Venue: Deutsche Bank Park, Frankfurt
🏆 Competition: UEFA Europa League – Round of 16
⚽ Coaches: Dino Toppmöller (Eintracht Frankfurt), John van ‘t Schip (Ajax)

Eintracht Frankfurt faces Ajax in a highly anticipated UEFA Europa League Round of 16 clash at Deutsche Bank Park. Dino Toppmöller’s side will look to capitalize on their home advantage, while John van ‘t Schip’s Ajax aims to secure a crucial away result.

Team Form and Standings

• Eintracht Frankfurt: The Bundesliga side has been solid in European competitions and will rely on their aggressive attacking approach.
• Ajax: A historic team in European football, Ajax will look to dominate possession and use their technical abilities to break down Frankfurt’s defense.

Key Players to Watch

• Eintracht Frankfurt:
  • Omar Marmoush: The Egyptian forward is a constant goal threat.
  • Mario Götze: The experienced playmaker brings creativity and vision.
  • Robin Koch: The defender is crucial for keeping Ajax’s attack in check.
• Ajax:
  • Brian Brobbey: The Dutch striker is Ajax’s main goal-scoring weapon.
  • Steven Berghuis: The midfielder provides Ajax with attacking versatility.
  • Jorrel Hato: The young defender will play a key role in stopping Frankfurt’s forwards.

Tactical Approaches

• Eintracht Frankfurt (Dino Toppmöller):
  • High pressing to disrupt Ajax’s buildup play.
  • Fast counter-attacks through Marmoush and Knauff.
  • Strong midfield pressing to limit Ajax’s passing game.
• Ajax (John van ‘t Schip):
  • Possession-based football with quick passing combinations.
  • Using Berghuis to create attacking opportunities from midfield.
  • Defensive discipline to handle Frankfurt’s fast-paced transitions.

Betting Tips

1. Both Teams to Score (BTTS) – Both sides have strong attacking potential.
2. Over 2.5 Goals – An open game with multiple goal-scoring chances is likely.
3. Omar Marmoush to Score Anytime – The Frankfurt striker is in great form.

Prediction

• Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 Ajax – A tight game, but home advantage could give Frankfurt the edge.