Bundesliga
Omar Marmoush scored one and provided two assists as Eintracht Frankfurt romped to a comfortable 4-1 victory over Freiburg at the Deutsche Bank Park.
Frankfurt 4-1 Freiburg
Goals: 0-1 Dōan 37' (assist: Röhl), 1-1 Koch 43' (assist Marmoush), 2-1 Marmoush 65', 3-1 Ekitiké 71' (assist: Götze), 4-1 Collins 81' (Marmoush)
Frankfurt entered the match looking to build on their strong start to the season, while Freiburg aimed to continue their improved form having started off 2025 with a 3-2 win over Holstein Kiel. The hosts, with Marmoush leading the line, were eager to assert their dominance.
The first half was a tightly contested affair with few clear-cut chances. Frankfurt dominated possession but struggled to break down a resolute Freiburg defence. Against the run of play, it was the visitors who struck first. Ritsu Dōan tapped home from close range in the 37th minute, capitalising on a well-worked move assisted by Merlin Röhl. However, Frankfurt's response was swift. Just before half-time, Robin Koch rose highest to head home a corner from Marmoush, ensuring the teams went into the break level at 1-1.
The second half saw Frankfurt shift into a higher gear, overwhelming Freiburg with their attacking prowess. Marmoush continued his excellent form, putting the hosts ahead in the 65th minute with a clinical finish. The Egyptian then turned provider, setting up Hugo Ekitiké for Frankfurt's third goal just six minutes later. Ekitiké, who had been a constant threat throughout the match, slotted home coolly to effectively seal the victory. Freiburg attempted to change the tide with substitutions, bringing on Nicolas Höfler for Vincenzo Grifo in the 66th minute, but Frankfurt's momentum was unstoppable.
As Freiburg struggled to find a way back into the match, Frankfurt continued to press home their advantage. The icing on the cake came in the 81st minute when Nnamdi Collins scored his first Bundesliga goal, once again assisted by the irrepressible Marmoush. The 4-1 scoreline reflected Frankfurt's dominance, particularly in the second half, where they outshot their opponents 15 to 2.
Marmoush was the standout performer, continuing his exceptional season with a goal and two assists. His involvement in three of Frankfurt's four goals underlined his importance to the team. The Egyptian's movement, link-up play, and clinical finishing caused constant problems for the Freiburg defence. With this performance, Marmoush further cemented his status as one of Frankfurt's key players, playing a crucial role in their push for European qualification.
Bundesliga Match Facts
xGoals: Frankfurt 2.35 - Freiburg 0.76
Fastest player: Max Rosenfelder (SCF), 34.79 km/h
Lowest goal probability: 2-1 by Omar Marmoush (SGE), 17 percent
Most pressed player: Omar Marmoush (SGE), 29 times under pressure
Pass efficiency: Ellyes Skhiri (SGE), +5.1
Fantasy Heroes: Omar Marmoush (Eintracht Frankfurt, 399 Points), Nnamdi Collins (Eintracht Frankfurt, 342 Points), Hugo Ekitiké (Eintracht Frankfurt, 270 Points)