Eintracht Frankfurt secured their first win in four matches against Borussia Mönchengladbach on Sunday, defeating the Bundesliga giants 1-0 thanks to a stunning goal from striker Dusan Kostić.
The match was played at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, and was eagerly anticipated as Eintracht Frankfurt had not won a league game since March 22nd. The visitors, who were coming off a disappointing 4-0 defeat to Bayern Munich earlier that day, looked like they would be able to pull off a comeback victory.
However, it was Eintracht Frankfurt who dominated the match, controlling possession and creating numerous chances for Kostić to score. But it was his late strike that proved decisive.
Kostić, who scored his 29th league goal of the season, found himself in space in the penalty area after being set up by a cross from fellow forward Andrej Krupic. He calmly lifted the ball over the goalkeeper's head and into the net, giving Eintracht Frankfurt the lead just before halftime.
Mönchengladbach, who had been looking to bounce back from their recent losses, fought hard throughout the match but could not find a way past Eintracht Frankfurt's solid defense. The team struggled to create any real scoring opportunities and were left frustrated as the clock ticked down.
With the win, Eintracht Frankfurt climbed up to 18th place in the Bundesliga table, while Borussia Mönchengladbach remained in 16th place. The result also gave Eintracht Frankfurt hope for a better finish to the season, as they now have two wins in five games.
Dusan Kostić's goal was a testament to his incredible form this season, as he has scored 29 goals in 35 league appearances. His performance was crucial in securing Eintracht Frankfurt's victory and helping them climb up the rankings.
Overall, Eintracht Frankfurt showed their resilience and determination in overcoming a difficult opponent, and their win will provide them with much-needed confidence heading into the final stretch of the season.