For the 5th day of the Europa League, Bordeaux is playing a crucial match at home against Eintracht Frankfurt, attempting to keep their hopes alive for qualification to the round of 16. After a setback against Apoel Nicosia (1-2), Bordeaux faces a significant challenge against Eintracht Frankfurt, who are currently on track to qualify despite a recent defeat to Maccabi Tel-Aviv (4-2).
Constant Djakpa, the Ivorian defender from Frankfurt and a scorer in the first leg (3-0), expressed the team’s determination to win in Bordeaux. Djakpa mentioned that Eintracht Frankfurt comes with the objective of securing a victory, acknowledging the support from their fans who are expected to travel to Bordeaux. He stated, “Our objective is clear. We come to Bordeaux to win and thus definitively validate our qualification for the knockout phase.”
Despite their intentions, Djakpa recognizes the qualities of Bordeaux as a strong team with a rich tradition in European competitions. He emphasized the need for caution and focus throughout the match against a formidable opponent like Bordeaux. The encounter is crucial for both teams as they strive to progress in the Europa League.