Eintracht Frankfurt delivered a dominant performance, defeating Galatasaray 5-1 in their opening Champions League fixture at Deutsche Bank Park. Despite falling behind early, the German side scored five unanswered goals to secure a resounding victory.
The visitors struck first in the eighth minute when former Manchester City winger Leroy Sané won possession in his own half, surged forward, and set up Yunus Akgün to slot into the bottom corner. However, Frankfurt fought back decisively.
The hosts equalized through an own goal by ex-Tottenham defender Davinson Sánchez, whose unlucky deflection from Ritsu Doan’s shot found the net after goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır’s initial save. Before halftime, 19-year-old Turkey international Can Uzun put Frankfurt ahead with a well-crafted turn-and-shoot goal.
Galatasaray’s woes continued when Wilfried Singo headed an own goal from a free-kick in first-half stoppage time. Frankfurt extended their lead in the second half, with Jonathan Burkardt heading home and Ansgar Knauff adding a fifth after Elye Wahi capitalized on a defensive error by Gabriel Sara.
The win places Eintracht Frankfurt atop the 36-team league phase after Matchday 1. Galatasaray, featuring ex-Manchester City midfielder İlkay Gündoğan, saw their 13-game unbeaten run snapped. They face Premier League leaders Liverpool next, while Frankfurt travel to Atletico Madrid.
The match took place in an electric atmosphere, with Frankfurt fans waving flags and releasing confetti, while Galatasaray supporters lit flares before kickoff.
Eintracht Frankfurt’s victory marks a strong start to their Champions League campaign, while Galatasaray will seek to rebound from the loss in their upcoming fixture.
Final Score: Eintracht Frankfurt 5, Galatasaray 1
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