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

Dive into Ladbrokes’ 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 first half saw both sides probing without finding the net, with Atalanta edging possession but Eintracht Frankfurt holding firm defensively. Neither team managed to break the deadlock before the interval, as chances were limited and the game remained evenly poised. Eintracht Frankfurt made an early substitution just before the hour, with J. Bahoya coming on for J. Burkardt at 59’, but it was Atalanta who struck first soon after.

Atalanta exploded into life in the second half, netting three goals in quick succession to seal the win. A. Lookman opened the scoring at 60’, assisted by C. De Ketelaere, before Ederson added the second at 62’ with Lookman turning provider. C. De Ketelaere then made it 3-0 at 65’ without an assist, effectively killing the contest as Eintracht Frankfurt chased shadows. Both teams rang the changes later, with multiple substitutions around the 69th and 78th minutes for Frankfurt and from 69’ onwards for Atalanta, but the damage was already done.

Atalanta’s slight edge in possession at 54% compared to Eintracht Frankfurt’s 46% allowed them to control the tempo, particularly in the second half, where their dominance translated into goals. They also led in corners 6-5 and successful dribbles with a commanding 69 to Frankfurt’s 45, highlighting their superior ability to beat defenders and create openings that ultimately decided the match.

With two assists recorded for Atalanta and none for Frankfurt, their attacking interplay was key, while both sides used all five substitutions, though Frankfurt’s changes came in response to going behind and failed to turn the tide.

No cards were issued to either team, keeping the game flowing without major disciplinary interruptions, and there were no penalties or injury-time goals to alter the scoreline. These stats underline Atalanta’s efficiency in converting pressure into a convincing victory, as Frankfurt’s efforts in dribbles and corners didn’t yield the necessary end product.

The match’s decisive phase came in a blistering five-minute spell in the second half, starting with A. Lookman’s goal at 60’, assisted by C. De Ketelaere, which broke Eintracht Frankfurt’s resistance. Ederson quickly doubled the lead at 62’, with Lookman providing the assist, before De Ketelaere completed the scoring at 65’ unassisted, turning a tight contest into a rout. These goals shifted momentum irreversibly towards Atalanta, who capitalised on their attacking cohesion.

Substitutions played a role in the aftermath, with Eintracht Frankfurt bringing on J. Bahoya for J. Burkardt at 59’ just before the goals, followed by M. Batshuayi for M. Gotze and E. Skhiri for M. Dahoud at 69’, then Buta for R. Doan and E. Wahi for A. Knauff at 78’. Atalanta responded with N. Krstovic for G. Scamacca, Y. Musah for Ederson, and N. Zalewski for D. Zappacosta all at 69’, S. Kolasinac for B. Djimsiti at 74’, and K. Sulemana for A. Lookman at 82’, helping them manage the closing stages effectively.

Eintracht Frankfurt lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation, relying on a solid back three to contain Atalanta’s threats while pushing wing-backs forward for width. The setup aimed to support a creative number 10 behind two strikers, fostering partnerships in midfield to transition quickly, though it struggled to generate clear chances against Atalanta’s pressure.

Atalanta deployed a 3-4-2-1 shape, with a flexible three at the back and attacking midfielders like C. De Ketelaere and A. Lookman operating behind the lone striker to exploit spaces. This allowed for effective overlaps from the wing-backs and strong central partnerships, which proved crucial in their second-half blitz.

A. Lookman earns Man of the Match for his pivotal role in Atalanta’s victory, scoring the opener at 60’ and assisting Ederson’s goal two minutes later. His dynamism and involvement in two of the three goals showcased his threat, even before being substituted at 82’ for K. Sulemana. Lookman’s performance was the standout in a clinical Atalanta display.

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)

Eintracht Frankfurt will need to regroup after this 3-0 home defeat, where their defence crumbled in the second half and substitutions failed to spark a comeback. They’ll aim to address their lack of cutting edge in attack ahead of their next fixture, looking to bounce back in the competition.

Atalanta can build on this impressive 3-0 away win, driven by a rapid second-half scoring burst that highlighted their efficiency. With momentum on their side, they’ll carry confidence into their next fixture, focusing on maintaining their attacking partnerships.

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