With just one point from the first two Bundesliga matches and seven goals conceded, Eintracht Frankfurt coach Adi Hütter has issued a clear demand to the team's leadership players. According to an exclusive report by Bild Sport, the manager sees responsibility for the crisis lying not only with young players but also with the experienced professionals. "Da MUSS mehr kommen" ("There HAS to be more"), the outlet quotes the coach as saying.
Hütter is said to have named the leadership players he is counting on in internal analysis, including captain Robin Koch. The coach expects these players to take more responsibility during difficult phases and lead the team. So far, this leadership quality has been lacking in the two matches where Eintracht squandered leads.
The record after two matchdays is sobering. Eintracht Frankfurt sits in 13th place with one point. A goal difference of minus three (4 goals for, 7 against) reflects the defensive issues. The next chance for correction comes this Friday, September 12th, in the away match at FSV Mainz 05. The local rival currently sits in fifth place, presenting another challenge. The injury list currently includes Ansgar Knauff and Jessic Ngankam.
The coach's call is a clear signal to the experienced core of the squad. Recent matches have lacked stability, especially after conceding goals. Hütter is counting on players like Koch and other veterans to now guide the young talents and provide more mental strength on the pitch. The team must quickly break out of the negative dynamic to avoid being stuck in the lower half of the table.
The focus is entirely on the Rhein-Main derby against Mainz. A success there would be an important signal internally and externally. Preparation this week will be key to bring the demanded leadership qualities onto the pitch. All current data on the squad, injuries, and the exact schedule can be found on our Squad and Fixtures pages. The match in Mainz kicks off on Friday at 20:30.
