Overview
- Kevin Trapp, back from a six-week injury layoff, made a crucial late save to secure a 0:0 draw at Augsburg, earning widespread praise for his 'world-class' performance.
- Eintracht Frankfurt faces uncertainty following Kauã Santos' cruciate ligament tear, which sidelines the 22-year-old goalkeeper for at least six months.
- Trapp has stepped into the starting role earlier than planned, with the club prioritizing short-term Champions League qualification over long-term goalkeeper succession planning.
- Sporting director Markus Krösche confirmed that decisions regarding Trapp's role beyond this season remain unresolved, with his contract running until mid-2026.
- Frankfurt's remaining Bundesliga fixtures against key rivals Leipzig, Mainz, St. Pauli, and Freiburg will determine their European qualification prospects.