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Frankfurt and Tottenham Draw 1:1 in Europa League Quarterfinal First Leg

Hugo Ekitiké’s early goal and Pedro Porro’s equalizer set the stage for a decisive second leg in Frankfurt next week.

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Frankfurts Hugo Ekitiké jubelt nach seinem Führungstreffer
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Overview

  • Eintracht Frankfurt took an early lead in the 6th minute through Hugo Ekitiké after a key midfield interception by Ellyes Skhiri.
  • Tottenham Hotspur equalized in the 26th minute with a backheel goal by Pedro Porro, capitalizing on sustained pressure.
  • The match ended 1:1, leaving the quarterfinal tie finely balanced ahead of the return leg in Frankfurt on Thursday.
  • Frankfurt’s goalkeeper Kauã Santos made crucial saves in the second half, denying Tottenham a potential lead.
  • The winner of this tie will face either FK Bodø/Glimt or Lazio in the semifinals, with Bodø/Glimt holding a 2:0 advantage in their first leg.