Eintracht prepares for DFB Cup opener against SC St. Tönis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Eintracht Frankfurt is set to face SC St. Tönis in the DFB Cup on August 21, 2026. Head coach Adi Hütter emphasized the significance of the match, stating that the DFB Cup presents the quickest path to European competition. Hütter noted that SC St. Tönis employs a compact defensive setup and that Eintracht must perform strongly to progress. Robin Koch is expected to make his return, while Nnamdi Collins remains sidelined. The team is also looking ahead to their Bundesliga opener following this match.
- •Match against SC St. Tönis scheduled for August 21, 2026.
- •Eintracht views DFB Cup as a key route to Europe.
- •Adi Hütter praises SC St. Tönis' defensive approach.
- •Robin Koch is expected to return to the squad.
- •Eintracht's Bundesliga opener follows the cup match.
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — “We’re taking our opponents very seriously”
"Eintracht boss Adi Hütter shares his thoughts on SC St. Tönis, the importance of the DFB Cup and Robin Koch’s return as the Eagles prepare for their first competitive fixture of 2026/27.Eintracht ...
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