Eintracht Frankfurt travel to Azerbaijan in a penultimate attempt to revive their hopes of qualifying for the next UEFA Champions League round, as hosts Qarabag await them at the Tofiq Bahramov Stadium on Wednesday, 21 January.
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- Qarabag have lost two of their last five competitive matches (W2, D1).
- The hosts have registered only one clean sheet in 22 European outings.
- Frankfurt have the second-fewest shots on target this UCL term (18).
- The Eagles are winless in five of their six Champions League games (W1).
Correct score prediction: Qarabag 1-1 Frankfurt
Having played their last competitive match over a month ago, Qarabag awake from their slumber at the sight of a Frankfurt team they met 13 years ago in the UEFA Europa League. This time around, Gurban Gurbanov’s side, in dire need of points, hold onto their top-24 qualification berth with two games to play.
The storyline is a bit more critical for Frankfurt, who arrive in Baku three points behind the hosts and without a head coach after Dino Toppmoller’s dismissal. The Eagles are without a victory since the first UCL matchday, and are bound to be eliminated if they fall flat this time around.
Frankfurt are expected to pose little threat to Qarabag’s ambitions, but the lack of competitive preparation could hamper the hosts’ chances of a triumph. With a play-off spot up for grabs, both sides will fight unto the end, and a draw is the most probable scenario.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies favour Frankfurt
- HOME: 2/1 (3.00) – 33.3%
- DRAW: 11/4 (3.75) – 26.6%
- AWAY: 23/20 (2.15) – 46.5%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Qarabag haven’t played a competitive match since Olympiakos beat them early last month. The hosts are backed by odds of 2/1 (3.00), suggesting a 33.3% chance of success at home.
This will be Frankfurt’s first match under interim coach Dennis Schmitt, who takes over reign in tumultuous times for the Eagles. Despite their four-match winless form, Frankfurt are considered favourites with odds of 23/20 (2.15) – a 46.5% win probability rate.
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Most recent H2Hs: Third meeting
The two sides met in UEFA Europa League qualifiers back in 2013, with Frankfurt winning both legs via a 4-1 aggregate scoreline.
Qarabag preview: Can they surge up the rankings?
Kady Borges, Amin Rzsyev, Amin Ramazanov and Ramil Sheydayev will miss this important home clash.
Predicted lineup: Kochalski (GK), Matheus, Mustafazada, Medina, Cafarquliyev, Jankovic, Bicalho, Addai, Zoubir, Andrade & Duran
Last five matches:
- Zaglebie 1-3 Qarabag (Club Friendly)
- Osijek 1-3 Qarabag (Club Friendly)
- Qarabag 3-2 Neftchi Fargona (Club Friendly)
- Gabala 1-2 Qarabag (Azerbaijan Premier League)
- Sabah Baku 2-1 Qarabag (Azerbaijan Premier League)
Frankfurt preview: Injury worries
Frankfurt find themselves in disarray as almost 10 players are sidelined for this clash, including Michy Batshuayi, Elias Baum, Arnaud Kalimuendo, Mario Gotze and Hugo Larsson, among others.
Predicted lineup: Zetterer (GK), Collins, Koch, Theate, Skhiri, Dahoud, Kristensen, Brown, Chaibi, Doan & Knauff
Last five matches:
- Werder Bremen 3-3 Frankfurt (Bundesliga)
- Stuttgart 3-2 Frankfurt (Bundesliga)
- Frankfurt 3-3 Dortmund (Bundesliga)
- Hamburg 1-1 Frankfurt (Bundesliga)
- Frankfurt 1-0 Augsburg (Bundesliga)
Player to watch: Leandro Andrade
Andrade’s performances haven’t gone unnoticed, with the Cape Verde forward a vital piece of Qarabag’s attack line in 2025. He has found the back of the net in successive friendly matches for his club in 2026, and will be itching to add to his tally of three UCL goals when Frankfurt visit Azersun Arena.