Eintracht Frankfurt Advances to Europa League Quarterfinals with Dominant Win Over Ajax
Frankfurt secures a 4-1 victory in the second leg, showcasing resilience and clinical finishing to progress in the competition.
- Eintracht Frankfurt defeated Ajax Amsterdam 4-1 in the second leg of the Europa League Round of 16, advancing with a 6-2 aggregate score.
- Mario Götze played a pivotal role, scoring two goals, including a stunning 40-meter chip, and was praised for his leadership and composure.
- Nineteen-year-old Jean-Matteo Bahoya scored his first goal for Frankfurt, contributing to a strong first-half performance marked by intense pressing and precise finishing.
- Backup goalkeeper Kauã Santos stepped in for the injured Kevin Trapp, delivering a composed performance despite Ajax's late consolation goal.
- Frankfurt will face the winner of Tottenham Hotspur vs. AZ Alkmaar in the quarterfinals, with matches scheduled for April 10 and 17.