Eintracht Frankfurt prepares for Bundesliga season opener against Union Berlin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:15 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Adi Hütter held a press conference ahead of Eintracht Frankfurt's opening match against Union Berlin on Saturday. Hütter highlighted ongoing training improvements and a shift in formation from 4-3-3 to 4-2-2-2. While Jonny Burkardt is expected to be fit, Hugo Larsson and Ritsu Doan will miss this match due to minor injuries. Hütter emphasized the need for a strong performance to control the game from the outset. Union Berlin is known for a direct style of play, which Hütter noted will require specific preparations from his team.
- •Eintracht Frankfurt faces Union Berlin in the Bundesliga opener on Saturday
- •Adi Hütter discusses tactical adjustments and player fitness
- •Jonny Burkardt is likely to play; Larsson and Doan out with injuries
- •Union Berlin plays a direct style, requiring specific preparations
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — “We’re looking forward to our Bundesliga opener”
"At the press conference ahead of Eintracht’s opening league game of the new season, Adi Hütter answered questions on personnel, opponents Union Berlin and the Eagles’ approach.Speaking ahead of E...
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