Wolfsburg vs. Eintracht Frankfurt: Match Preview
A Clash of Struggling Giants
Monday's Bundesliga encounter promises a tantalizing clash between Wolfsburg and Eintracht Frankfurt, two teams desperate to revive their fortunes after a disappointing start to the season.
Wolfsburg, last season's Champions League quarterfinalists, have managed just one win in their opening five league fixtures. Meanwhile, Frankfurt, the reigning Europa League champions, have endured a similar fate, accumulating a solitary victory from their first four matches.
Team News and Lineups
Wolfsburg
The hosts will be without suspended midfielder Josuha Guilavogui. Yannick Gerhardt is also a doubt, leaving Wolfsburg with a depleted midfield.
Possible lineup: Casteels; Baku, Lacroix, van de Ven, Roussillon; Arnold, Rexhbecaj; Wind, Kruse, Marmoush; Nmecha
Eintracht Frankfurt
Frankfurt have no major injury concerns ahead of this fixture. Jesper Lindstrom is expected to return to the starting lineup after missing the midweek win over Marseille.
Possible lineup: Trapp; Tuta, N'Dicka, Smolcic; Knauff, Rode, Sow, Kostic; Kamada, Lindstrom; Kolo Muani
Prediction
Both teams will be desperate to kick-start their Bundesliga campaigns, making for a highly competitive encounter.
Wolfsburg have a strong home record against Frankfurt, winning four of their last five meetings at the Volkswagen Arena. However, Frankfurt's recent European success suggests they have the quality to upset the odds.
Ultimately, a narrow victory for Frankfurt is predicted, with the visitors' superior attacking prowess likely to prove decisive.
Conclusion
The Bundesliga clash between Wolfsburg and Eintracht Frankfurt promises to be a fascinating battle between two teams with contrasting fortunes. While Wolfsburg will be keen to prove their European credentials, Frankfurt will be determined to carry their Europa League success into the domestic arena. With both teams desperate for a victory, an entertaining and closely contested match is in prospect.
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