FC Köln 3-4 Eintracht Frankfurt: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of FC Köln 3-4 Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga on Saturday, 22 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

The match at RheinEnergieStadion kicked off with FC Köln taking an early lead when J. Kaminski found the net in the 4' minute, assisted by R. Ache, setting a positive tone for the hosts. Eintracht Frankfurt responded before the break, equalising through A. Theate in the 39' minute off a F. Chaibi assist, and then taking the lead with M. Dahoud's unassisted strike in the 45' minute. The first half ended with Frankfurt ahead, having turned the game around despite Köln's initial dominance.

The second half saw Frankfurt extend their advantage quickly, with J. Burkardt scoring twice in the 59' minute assisted by R. Doan and again in the 63' minute assisted by A. Knauff, putting them in a commanding position. Köln made a late push with substitutions paying off, as M. Bulter netted in the 83' minute assisted by I. Johannesson, followed by L. Waldschmidt's goal in the 90' minute assisted by S. El Mala, but it wasn't enough to overturn the deficit. Frankfurt held on for a 4-3 victory, showcasing their clinical finishing in a thrilling encounter.

Possession was closely contested with FC Köln holding 47% compared to Eintracht Frankfurt's 53%, allowing Frankfurt to dictate the tempo slightly more and create scoring opportunities that ultimately decided the match. Both teams earned 3 corners each, reflecting balanced set-piece threats, while successful dribbles favoured Frankfurt at 55 to Köln's 47, highlighting their edge in individual skill that contributed to breaking down the defence for key goals. No cards were issued to either side, keeping the game flowing without disruptions, and with no injury-time goals or penalties recorded, the result hinged on open-play efficiency; Köln used all 5 substitutions, such as S. El Mala coming on for J. Thielmann at 63' and M. Bulter replacing R. Ache at 76', which injected energy for their late comeback, while Frankfurt also utilised 5 changes, including E. Skhiri replacing M. Dahoud at 78', helping them manage the lead.

Assists underlined Frankfurt's teamwork with 3.0 recorded against Köln's 2.0, directly influencing their higher goal tally and emphasising better final-third connections for bettors eyeing player performance markets.

The game's momentum shifted decisively in the first half when Eintracht Frankfurt overturned FC Köln's early 4' minute opener by J. Kaminski, equalising in the 39' minute via A. Theate and grabbing the lead in the 45' minute through M. Dahoud, which set the stage for their second-half dominance. A pivotal turning point came around the 63' minute mark, with Frankfurt's J. Burkardt completing his brace shortly after Köln's double substitution where S. El Mala replaced J. Thielmann and F. Kainz came on for J. Schmied, but Frankfurt's immediate response solidified their control. Late substitutions for Köln proved impactful as M. Bulter, who replaced R. Ache at 76', scored in the 83' minute, and L. Waldschmidt, subbed on for D. Huseinbasic at the same time, added a 90' minute goal, though Frankfurt's earlier cushion ensured victory without any red cards or penalties altering the flow.

FC Köln lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, with a focus on width and quick transitions, where partnerships like R. Ache assisting J. Kaminski early on highlighted their attacking intent before substitutions adjusted the midfield dynamics.

Eintracht Frankfurt deployed a 4-1-4-1 shape, emphasising a solid defensive base with creative midfield outlets, as seen in the effective link-up between R. Doan and J. Burkardt for one of the goals, allowing them to exploit spaces efficiently.

J. Burkardt earned Man of the Match honours for his brace in the 59' and 63' minutes, demonstrating clinical finishing and composure under pressure that turned the game in Eintracht Frankfurt's favour, making him a standout for bettors tracking goalscorer markets.

Recent Bundesliga matches:

• Loss: 3-4 vs Eintracht Frankfurt (H)
• Loss: 1-3 vs Borussia Mönchengladbach (A)
• Win: 4-1 vs Hamburger SV (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Borussia Dortmund (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs FC Augsburg (H)

Recent Bundesliga matches:

• Win: 4-3 vs FC Köln (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs FSV Mainz 05 (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Heidenheim (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs St. Pauli (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs SC Freiburg (A)

Sitting ninth in the Bundesliga with 14 points, FC Köln will be eager to bounce back from consecutive defeats, including this narrow 3-4 home loss to Eintracht Frankfurt and a prior away setback against Borussia Mönchengladbach, though their recent 4-1 victory over Hamburger SV shows promise; they face Werder Bremen, who are just a spot above with one more point, in a crucial clash on 29 November at 14:30 that could boost their mid-table standing if they harness their attacking flair effectively.

Eintracht Frankfurt, now sixth with 20 points after this hard-fought 4-3 away win over FC Köln, which extends their positive run including a home victory against FSV Mainz 05 and a draw at Heidenheim, will look to maintain momentum in European competition against Atalanta on 26 November at 20:00, a test that could solidify their strong league position with details on the opponents’ standing still to be confirmed.

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