Bundesliga
Eintracht Frankfurt demolish VfL Bochum 7-2 in a goal-fest at Deutsche Bank Park, with Omar Marmoush starring in a match filled with clinical finishing and attacking flair.
Frankfurt 7-2 Bochum
Goals: 1-0 Ekitiké 8' (assist: Marmoush), 2-0 Marmoush 18', 3-0 Knauff 20', 4-0 Brown 32' (assist: Collins), 4-1 De Wit 35' (assist: Mašović), 4-2 Hofmann 51' (assist: Passlack), 5-2 Dahoud 61' (assist: Skhiri), 6-2 Uzun 66' (assist: Marmoush), 7-2 Ekitiké 69' (assist: Dahoud)
Frankfurt welcomed Bochum to the Deutsche Bank Park for a crucial with the Eagles looking to build on their recent form, while Bochum, under interim coach Markus Feldhoff, sought to bounce back from a heavy defeat against Bayern Munich last time out. Frankfurt's line-up featured several changes, including starts for Jean-Mattéo Bahoya, Mahmoud Dahoud, and the in-form Marmoush, while Bochum opted for a more offensive 4-4-2 formation.
The match exploded into life in the ninth minute when Hugo Ekitiké broke the deadlock, finishing clinically after a brilliant assist from Marmoush. Frankfurt's attacking prowess was on full display as they quickly doubled their lead through a Marmoush free-kick in the 18th minute. The onslaught continued with Ansgar Knauff adding a third just two minutes later, capitalising on a Bochum defensive error. Nathaniel Brown marked his first Bundesliga start with a goal, tapping in Frankfurt's fourth in the 32nd minute. Bochum managed to pull one back through Dani de Wit before half-time, but Frankfurt's dominance was clear, leading 4-1 at the break.
The second half began with a glimmer of hope for Bochum as Philipp Hofmann reduced the deficit to 4-2 in the 51st minute. However, Frankfurt quickly extinguished any thoughts of a comeback. Dahoud restored the three-goal cushion with a fine strike from outside the box and the hosts continued to soar, with substitute Can Uzun scoring within seconds of his introduction. Then, with still over 20 minutes remaining, Ekitiké compled his brace. Frankfurt's relentless attack, spearheaded by the impressive Marmoush, proved too much for Bochum to handle, and the seven efforts mean this is Frankfurt's highest goal tally after nine games in 31 years, showcasing their exceptional offensive form.
Marmoush delivered a masterclass performance, cementing his status as the game's stand-out player. The Egyptian forward was at the heart of Frankfurt's attacking brilliance, scoring a superb free-kick and providing two assists. Marmoush's vision and creativity were evident throughout, as he consistently troubled Bochum's defence with his movement and passing. His goal and assists were crucial in Frankfurt's dominant display, and his overall contribution to the team's record-breaking goal tally underlined his importance to the Eagles' attack.
Bundesliga Match Facts
xGoals: Frankfurt 3.61 - Bochum 2.03
Fastest player: Gerrit Holtmann (VfL Bochum), 36.74 km/h
Lowest goal probability: 2-0 by Omar Marmoush (Frankfurt), 5 percent
Most pressed player: Nnamdi Collins (Frankfurt), 16 times under pressure
Pass efficiency: Tuta (Frankfurt), +3.76
Fantasy Heroes: Mahmoud Dahoud (Eintracht Frankfurt, 381 Points), Nathaniel Brown (Eintracht Frankfurt, 375 Points), Nnamdi Collins (Eintracht Frankfurt, 332 Points)