Sat Oct 04 16:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Körbel Remains Optimistic: Frankfurt Can Surprise Bayern Despite Madrid Debacle

**Frankfurt, Germany** – Despite a recent humbling defeat in Madrid, Eintracht Frankfurt icon Karl-Heinz Körbel remains confident that his former club can pull off an upset against Bayern Munich in their upcoming top-of-the-table clash.

“You have to shake it off, but Dino Toppmöller and the team will manage that. We will show a different face,” Körbel, the Bundesliga’s record appearance holder, told Münchner Merkur/tz. He believes the Bayern are aware of Frankfurt’s potential. “The Eintracht players know that, but so do Bayern, who have already warned about us.”

Körbel maintains his belief from his playing days: “If anyone can beat Bayern, it will be Eintracht Frankfurt. Bayern suits us. Uli Hoeneß confirms this to me every time we see each other or talk on the phone.”

While admiring Bayern’s squad and attacking prowess, Körbel stressed that Frankfurt “doesn’t have to hide” and that Bayern “doesn’t like” playing in Frankfurt. He emphasized the crucial role of the home crowd, describing Eintracht fans as “a force” who provide the “decisive percentages” needed for victory.

Acknowledging the 5-1 loss against Atlético Madrid as “a small lesson,” Körbel believes the experience will contribute to the “learning process for such a young team” and ultimately aid them in the Bayern duel.

Meanwhile, Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane continues his phenomenal form, scoring yet another goal in the game against Frankfurt. This follows the quick opener of Gnabry after 15 seconds to lead 0-1.

**In other news:** Bayer Leverkusen’s Alejandro Grimaldo reassured fans after suffering a head injury, stating “Everything is okay.”

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