Eintracht Frankfurt 0-3 Atalanta: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of Eintracht Frankfurt 0-3 Atalanta in the Champions League on Wednesday, 26 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

The match began with both sides probing for openings in a balanced first half, where neither Eintracht Frankfurt nor Atalanta could find the breakthrough despite some promising build-up play. Possession was closely contested, and while Frankfurt managed a few corners, Atalanta’s slightly higher share hinted at their growing control as the game progressed. The deadlock held until the hour mark, setting the stage for a dramatic shift.

Atalanta exploded into life in the second half, netting three goals in just five minutes to seal a convincing victory. Ademola Lookman opened the scoring in the 60th minute, assisted by Charles De Ketelaere, before Ederson doubled the lead two minutes later with Lookman turning provider. De Ketelaere then added the third in the 65th minute, capitalising on Frankfurt’s disarray, as both teams made multiple substitutions in response to the unfolding events, but the damage was already done.

Atalanta edged possession with 54% compared to Frankfurt’s 46%, which translated into greater control in midfield and more successful dribbles at 69 against 45, allowing them to penetrate effectively in the crucial second-half spell. They also led in corners 6-5, reflecting their ability to sustain pressure. No cards were issued to either side, keeping the game flowing without disciplinary disruptions, and both teams utilised all five substitutions, with Atalanta’s changes around the 69th minute helping to maintain momentum after their scoring burst.

These figures highlight how Atalanta’s efficiency in key areas overwhelmed Frankfurt, particularly in the dribbling department, where their superiority enabled quick transitions leading to the goals. Substitutions like Frankfurt bringing on J. Bahoya for J. Burkardt at 59’ and Atalanta introducing N. Krstovic for G. Scamacca at 69’, aiming to influence the game’s direction, though only the visitors capitalised effectively.

The game’s turning point arrived in a blistering five-minute period starting at the 60th minute, when Ademola Lookman scored Atalanta’s opener with an assist from Charles De Ketelaere, shifting momentum decisively. Ederson followed up swiftly in the 62nd minute, assisted by Lookman, before De Ketelaere completed the quickfire trio in the 65th minute, tapping home after Scamacca's attempt had hit the bar, and compounding Frankfurt’s misery. These goals transformed a tight contest into a rout, albeit one that was contested fairly with no major VAR interventions or cards altering the flow.

Substitutions played a role in the response, as Frankfurt replaced J. Burkardt with J. Bahoya at 59’ just before the goals, and later brought on M. Batshuayi for M. Gotze and E. Skhiri for M. Dahoud at 69’ in an attempt to regroup. Atalanta, meanwhile, made a triple change at 69’ with N. Krstovic replacing G. Scamacca, Y. Musah coming on for Ederson, and N. Zalewski for D. Zappacosta, which helped them manage the lead, followed by S. Kolasinac replacing B. Djimsiti at 74’ and K. Sulemana for Lookman at 82’.

Eintracht Frankfurt lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with a solid defensive trio providing the base and wing-backs pushing forward to support the attack. The setup emphasised midfield partnerships to control the central areas, though it struggled to contain Atalanta’s quick transitions in the second half.

Atalanta deployed a 3-4-2-1 shape, featuring attacking midfielders behind a lone striker to exploit spaces effectively. Key partnerships in the forward areas, such as between Lookman and De Ketelaere, proved decisive in breaking down Frankfurt’s defence.

Ademola Lookman earned Man of the Match honours for his pivotal role in Atalanta’s victory, scoring the opening goal in the 60th minute and providing an assist for the second just two minutes later. His dynamism and successful dribbles were instrumental in the quickfire scoring sequence that decided the game, showcasing his influence before being substituted off at 82’ for K. Sulemana.

Recent Champions League matches:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Atalanta (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Napoli (A)
• Loss: 1-5 vs Liverpool (H)
• Loss: 1-5 vs Atlético Madrid (A)
• Win: 5-1 vs Galatasaray (H)

Recent Champions League matches:

• Win: 3-0 vs Eintracht Frankfurt (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Olympique Marseille (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Slavia Praha (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Club Brugge (H)
• Loss: 0-4 vs Paris Saint Germain (A)

This heavy defeat leaves Eintracht Frankfurt reflecting on defensive lapses that allowed three goals in quick succession, potentially impacting their confidence in the league standings. They will aim to regroup and address these issues ahead of their next fixture at home to Wolfsburg, focusing on tightening up at the back to avoid similar collapses.

Atalanta’s clinical second-half performance boosts their momentum, with the win highlighting their attacking efficiency and ability to capitalise on opportunities. They head into their next match in strong form, looking to build on this result and maintain their edge when they face Fiorentina on Sunday.

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