Eintracht Frankfurt and Liverpool square off at the Commerzbank-Arena on Wednesday night, each searching for consistency after mixed starts to their campaigns. Both sides have identical European records \u2013 one win and one defeat \u2013 but the underlying stats tell a story of clinical finishing versus wasted chances. Kick off as it 8:00pm on Wednesday and you can find our match preview and best bets below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Based on sharp attacking stats and defensive flaws on both sides, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in backing both teams to score, given Frankfurt\u2019s knack for converting their limited chances and Liverpool\u2019s creative dominance (but lack of ruthlessness in finishing). Expect entertainment, with defensive errors and missed chances likely to play their part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Odds correct at the time of writing.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n\n Frankfurt sit seventh in the Bundesliga with 10 points from seven games.They\u2019ve conceded 18 goals in their last five matches and let in at least two in six of their past seven. Despite scoring 12 in their last five, they\u2019ve only won two of their last seven and are winless in their last three.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With just one scoreless game in their last 67 European outings, goals are likely, but Frankfurt\u2019s shaky form offers Liverpool plenty of encouragement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Liverpool enter this one on a four-game losing run, capped by a 2-1 defeat to Manchester United \u2014 but it\u2019s the lack of progress under Arne Slot that’s raising real concern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They\u2019ve already conceded 16 goals in 11 matches this season, compared to just 15 in their first 22 games last term. Defensive issues are mounting, with a disjointed press leaving full-backs like Kerkez and Bradley exposed. Going forward, they’re struggling too, with just three goals scored during this losing streak. A fifth straight defeat would pile on the pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Teenager Can Uzun, Frankfurt\u2019s joint top scorer with six goals, is expected to support Jonathan Burkardt up front. Skhiri and City-linked Larsson should anchor midfield, while Koch and Theate remain likely starters at centre-back despite recent criticism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For Liverpool, Gravenberch is a doubt after picking up an ankle injury vs United, with Curtis Jones in line to replace him. Mac Allister may keep his spot despite poor form, and Robertson is set to return at left-back. Konat\u00e9 could make way for Joe Gomez. Up top, Hugo Ekitike is pushing for a start over Isak, having already scored five this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
\n \nOur Prediction<\/th>\n Odds & Bookmaker<\/th>\n Confidence<\/th>\n Why We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Liverpool to Win & Over 2.5 goals<\/strong><\/td>\n 1\/1 @ SBK<\/a>
(50.0%)<\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n Liverpool impressed on the road in Europe last season, winning four of five group games \u2014 only losing narrowly to PSV with a rotated squad. Frankfurt, meanwhile, have struggled defensively. They’ve already suffered heavy defeats to Bayern (0-3), Leverkusen (1-3), and even conceded four to bottom club M\u00f6nchengladbach. Atletico Madrid also thrashed them 5-1, creating nine big chances. Despite Liverpool’s attacking inconsistencies, Frankfurt’s leaky defence looks like the perfect opportunity to get back on track.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Hugo Ekitike to score<\/strong><\/td>\n 7\/4 @ SBK<\/a>
(36.4%)<\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n Both teams average 3+ total goals per game; defences error-prone and attacks dangerous.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n How both teams go into Eintracht Frankfurt vs Liverpool<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n \nTeam<\/th>\n Pos<\/th>\n P<\/th>\n W<\/th>\n D<\/th>\n L<\/th>\n GF<\/th>\n GA<\/th>\n GD<\/th>\n Pts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Eintracht Frankfurt<\/td>\n 15<\/td>\n 2<\/td>\n 1<\/td>\n 0<\/td>\n 1<\/td>\n 6<\/td>\n 6<\/td>\n 0<\/td>\n 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Liverpool<\/td>\n 17<\/td>\n 2<\/td>\n 1<\/td>\n 0<\/td>\n 1<\/td>\n 3<\/td>\n 3<\/td>\n 0<\/td>\n 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n