Thu Apr 10 18:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Frankfurt Confident Despite Acknowledging Tottenham’s Superiority Ahead of Europa League Clash
**London, England –** Eintracht Frankfurt head coach Dino Toppmoeller has acknowledged Tottenham Hotspur’s strength ahead of their Europa League quarter-final first leg on Thursday. Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Toppmoeller praised Spurs, calling them one of the pre-season favorites to win the competition alongside Manchester United. He highlighted Tottenham’s individual player quality, comparing their system to Ajax’s but noting a significant difference in individual talent.
Despite this, Toppmoeller expressed confidence in his team’s ability to compete. He emphasized the importance of a collective, top-level performance, stating that Eintracht Frankfurt, with its blend of youth and experience, is ready for the challenge. He believes that embracing the underdog mentality will be key to progressing to the next round.
Midfielder Ellyes Skhiri echoed Toppmoeller’s sentiments, stressing the need for a “brutal performance” from the entire team and maintaining a strong focus and motivation. While acknowledging the difficulty of facing Spurs, Skhiri also expressed hope that Eintracht Frankfurt can achieve an upset.
The two teams will face off at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Thursday, with the return leg in Frankfurt on April 17. The match promises to be a clash between a highly-rated Premier League side and a confident, albeit realistic, Europa League contender.
First Piper 