Stand: 17.01.2021 | Reading time: 3 minutes
Luka Jovic shot Eintracht Frankfurt to win against Schalke
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Luka Jovic celebrates a tailor-made debut at Eintracht Frankfurt. The returnee hits twice in the win against Schalke 04. Meanwhile, Schalke are waiting for Huntelaar to be hopeful. There is unrest around sports director Jochen Schneider.
Jochen Schneider didn’t seem very talkative before kick-off. The narrow-lipped Schalke sports director may have something to do with a report by “Kickers” that his club was looking for a successor for him.
“You have to ask the supervisory board. That doesn’t affect me. I do my job. I don’t waste time and energy on things that I cannot influence, ”said Schneider, ironing out the subject at“ Sky ”.
The 50-year-old also reacted evasively to questions about a possible return of Klaas-Jan Huntelaar to the Bundesliga. Something will be announced if there is something to be announced. The appearance of FC Schalke in the 1: 3 (1: 1) against Eintracht Frankfurt showed once again that the team urgently needs a seasoned goalscorer.
Jovic hits twice
Against offensive Frankfurt, who played many balls straight to the top, Schalke trembled for the first time after a post header from Martin Hinteregger, before André Silva scored the 1-0 shortly after (28th minute). But instead of breaking in – as is so often the case this season – Schalke immediately replied in the person of Matthew Hoppe with the equalizer (29th). As a result, Schalke was able to thank Ralf Fährmann; shortly before the break, the goalkeeper parried strongly against Erik Durm (43.).
In the second half, the guests lacked efficiency in front of the goal. Christian Gross’ team failed when there were few opportunities. “He’s an issue with us. Huntelaar has immense experience and a royal blue heart, ”said Schalke’s coach for the goalscorer.
On the other hand, Eintracht could already enjoy their return: Luka Jovic scored the renewed lead ten minutes after his substitution (72nd) and even scored 3-1 shortly before the end. Schalke is still waiting for the second win of the season – and Huntelaar is the bearer of hope. “We don’t deserve to win,” said Schalke keeper Fährmann. “Frankfurt was simply better.”
Successful farewell to Abraham
“That was a script like in a Hollywood movie,” said Eintracht sports director Fredi Bobic on “Sky”. The 49-year-old was particularly happy for David Abraham: “It was a nice farewell for David to end his career with a win.”
After the final whistle, the outgoing Eintracht captain exchanged jerseys with referee Manuel Graefe. “I know I’ve sparked a discussion or two in my career,” said Abraham. “But outside of the field, I’m a nice person.”
David Abraham exchanges the jersey with referee Manuel Gräfe (l.)
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For a long time, the 34-year-old Argentinian, who is ending his career, stood with his teammates after the final whistle and was celebrated. “When the fans come back to the stadium, I’ll come back again,” promised Abraham. “Now family time is the order of the day, now I’m going to spend time with my son.
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