Frankfurt’s Squad Fatigue Could Be a Factor
As Bundesliga2024 rolls on, Eintracht Frankfurt faces a significant challenge against Bayern Munich this weekend. Frankfurt recently played a physically taxing UEFA Europa League match against Beşiktaş in Turkey, winning 3-1 with minimal squad rotation. This could impact their performance as the quick turnaround and the travel put them at a physical disadvantage. They’ll need to rely on depth to compete against a fresher Bayern side, which has had more time to recover.
Bayern Munich Aims to Bounce Back from Rare Defeat
Despite their dominant record in recent years, Bayern Munich suffered a surprising defeat in the UEFA Champions League midweek. They lost 0-1 to Aston Villa, marking their first group-stage loss since 2017. This rare setback will make Bayern eager to regain its form as it heads into this Bundesliga2024 fixture. Notably, their Champions League lineup saw only two changes, indicating their reliance on a strong starting XI.
Goalkeeper Troubles for Bayern
Bayern will be without their backup goalkeeper, Sven Ulreich, who is serving a suspension. Ulreich was handed a one-game ban after an altercation with Bayer Leverkusen’s manager during last week’s Bundesliga clash. Although Bayern still boasts a powerful squad, this incident leaves them with fewer options in goal, adding an element of unpredictability to their defense.
With Frankfurt hosting this game, it’s worth noting that Bayern has struggled in Frankfurt in recent years, suffering two heavy defeats in the last five trips. These factors make the upcoming match an intriguing part of the German Bundesliga schedule.
The Bundesliga 2024 season, which started in August, continues through May 2025. Each of the 18 teams will play 34 matches, with the league taking a winter break in December before resuming in January.
