Eintracht Frankfurt vs Atalanta: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Eintracht Frankfurt vs Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 20:00 GMT match.
Match Details
- Fixture: Eintracht Frankfurt vs Atalanta
- Date: Wednesday, 26 November 2025
- Kick-off: 20:00 GMT
- Venue: Deutsche Bank Park
Our predictions for Eintracht Frankfurt vs Atalanta
Match Prediction: Eintracht Frankfurt 1-2 Atalanta
Eintracht Frankfurt's recent form has been a bit of a rollercoaster, with a draw against Napoli and a couple of heavy losses to Liverpool and Atletico Madrid. However, they did manage a convincing win against Galatasaray at home, which suggests they can be dangerous on their day. Their style seems to be a mix of solid defending and quick counter-attacks, which could pose problems for Atalanta. If they can harness that home form and keep their heads, they might just pull off a surprise.
Atalanta, on the other hand, have been more consistent, with a win against Marseille and a solid draw against Slavia Praha. Their loss to PSG was a bit of a blip, but overall, they've shown they can compete at a high level. Their 3-4-3 formation allows them to control the midfield and launch quick attacks, which could be key against Eintracht Frankfurt. If they can maintain their composure and exploit any gaps in the Frankfurt defence, they should have the upper hand.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Eintracht Frankfurt
Eintracht Frankfurt's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a draw against Napoli and a heavy loss to Liverpool at home. Their 5-1 win against Galatasaray at home shows they can be lethal when they click, but the losses to Liverpool and Atletico Madrid highlight some defensive vulnerabilities. Heading into this match, they'll need to shore up their defence and capitalise on their home advantage to stand a chance against Atalanta.
Recent UEFA Champions League Results:
Draw: 0-0 vs Napoli (A)
Loss: 1-5 vs Liverpool (H)
Loss: 1-5 vs Atletico Madrid (A)
Win: 5-1 vs Galatasaray (H)
Atalanta
Atalanta have shown more consistency in their recent outings, with a win against Marseille and a draw against Slavia Praha. Their only real stumble was a 4-0 loss to PSG away, but that's understandable given PSG's strength. With a solid midfield and a potent attack, Atalanta should feel confident going into this match. If they can maintain their form and exploit Eintracht Frankfurt's defensive weaknesses, they're likely to come out on top.
Recent UEFA Champions League Results:
Win: 1-0 vs Marseille (A)
Draw: 0-0 vs Slavia Praha (H)
Win: 2-1 vs Club Brugge KV (H)
Loss: 0-4 vs Paris Saint-Germain (A)
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record between Eintracht Frankfurt and Atalanta shows a single friendly match from December 2022, which ended in a 2-2 draw but was won by Eintracht Frankfurt on penalties. This suggests that both teams are evenly matched, and their previous encounter was closely contested. Given this history, we can expect another tight and competitive game when they meet again.
Recent Results
Atalanta 2-2 (0-1 pen.) Eintracht Frankfurt (09 Dec 2022) - Friendlies Clubs
Team News & Injury Report
Eintracht Frankfurt
Elias Baum (Thigh) - Out
Oscar Hojlund (Thigh) - Out
Can Uzun (Hamstring) - Out
Farès Chaïbi (Thigh) - Out
Hugo Larsson (Thigh) - Out
Jean Bahoya (Muscle) - Doubt
Atalanta
Mitchel Bakker (Knee) - Out
Marten De Roon (Muscle) - Doubt
Daniele Maldini (Muscle) - Doubt
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Eintracht Frankfurt (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Zetterer (GK), Kristensen (DF), Koch (DF), Theate (DF), Brown (DF), Dahoud (MF), Skhiri (MF), Doan (MF), Gotze (MF), Knauff (MF), Burkardt (AT)
Eintracht Frankfurt's predicted lineup suggests a focus on solid defending with Kristensen, Collins, Koch, Theate, and Brown. Meanwhile, Gotze, Dahoud, and Skhiri will look to control the midfield and launch quick attacks. Their recent form indicates they'll need to be more disciplined at the back to counter Atalanta's attacking threat.
Atalanta (3-4-2-1)
Predicted lineup: Carnesecchi (GK), Kossounou (DF), Hien (DF), Ahanor (DF), Bellanova (MF), Ederson (MF), Pasalic (MF), Zappacosta (MF), Samardzic (MF), Lookman (MF), Krstovic (AT)
Atalanta's predicted lineup suggests a strong emphasis on midfield control with Ederson and Pasalic, while their frontman, Krstovic, will aim to exploit any gaps in the Frankfurt defence. Their recent results suggest they'll look to dominate possession and press high up the pitch.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
Burkardt vs Ahanor: This will be a crucial battle between Eintracht Frankfurt's forward Burkardt and Atalanta's defender Ahanor, with Burkardt looking to exploit any gaps in the defence.
Gotze vs Ederson: The midfield duel between Eintracht Frankfurt's Gotze and Atalanta's Ederson will be key, with both players looking to control the tempo of the game.
Gotze (Eintracht Frankfurt): Gotze's creativity and ability to unlock defences make him a vital player for Eintracht Frankfurt in this match.
Lookman (Atalanta): Lookman's pace and finishing ability make him a constant threat for Atalanta, and he could be the difference-maker in this game.
FAQs
How to watch Eintracht Frankfurt vs Atalanta
Eintracht Frankfurt vs Atalanta at 20:00 GMT on Wednesday, 26 November 2025, will be broadcast live for viewers in the UK on TNT Sports 7.
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Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Eintracht Frankfurt 1-2 Atalanta.
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