WEB Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt 2021/22: UEFA Europa League Match Information
Intense First Leg Sets Stage for Crucial Return Fixture
WEB Barcelona and Eintracht Frankfurt will face off at Camp Nou on Thursday in a highly anticipated return leg that will determine who advances to the UEFA Europa League semi-finals. The first leg in Germany ended in a 1-1 draw, setting the stage for a thrilling and decisive encounter.
Key Match Information
Match: WEB Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt
Date: Thursday, April 14, 2022
Time: 8:00 PM CET
Venue: Camp Nou, Barcelona
Broadcast: CBS Sports Golazo
First Leg Recap
The first leg in Germany was a tight and tense affair. Filip Kostic gave Frankfurt the lead in the first half, but Barcelona equalized through Ferran Torres just after the hour mark. The match remained level until the final whistle, leaving the tie finely poised.
Frankfurt's Stunning Victory
Eintracht Frankfurt stunned Barcelona in the second leg, earning a remarkable 3-2 victory at Camp Nou. Kostic once again found the net in both halves, while Rafael Borré and Christopher Lenz added further goals to seal a memorable triumph.
Historic Night for Frankfurt
Frankfurt's victory marked a historic moment for the club. It was their first win at Camp Nou and their first victory over Barcelona in any competition. It also marked the first time a German club had defeated Barcelona on their home ground in European competition since 1995.
Semi-Final Implications
The winner of the tie between WEB Barcelona and Eintracht Frankfurt will face either RB Leipzig or Atalanta in the Europa League semi-finals. Both Leipzig and Atalanta also played out a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their quarter-final. The second leg of those ties will take place on Thursday, April 14, 2022.
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