- The initial home match ends in a draw, Darmstadt aims for its inaugural victory.
This season, Eintracht Frankfurt kicks off its initial home match in the soccer Bundesliga. On Saturday (15:30 CET/Sky), the Eagles take on TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at their home turf. Unfortunately for Eintracht coach Dino Toppmöller, recent summer recruit Oscar Højlund is sidelined due to a metatarsal fracture sustained during a team practice session earlier this week.
Meanwhile in the 2. Bundesliga, SV Darmstadt 98 is seeking its inaugural victory. The Lilies travel to face SV Elversberg on Saturday (13:00 CET/Sky). The Bundesliga's relegated team currently holds only a single point through three matches.
Eintracht Frankfurt's local rivals, SV Darmstadt 98, are competing in the Second Bundesliga this season. Despite starting strongly with three matches, they have yet to secure their first victory.
