Key Takeaways
- Riera admits his team showed poor energy and failed to maintain pressure after taking the lead
- Goalscorer Can Uzun backs supporters’ frustration over lacklustre performances
- Frankfurt face a tough battle for European spots with final games against Borussia Dortmund and VfB Stuttgart
Albert Riera did not hide his frustration following Eintracht Frankfurt’s latest loss. The Spanish boss admitted his players delivered a display that fell well below the required standard. He explained that the squad showed insufficient energy during the opening 45 minutes. Even after taking the lead in the second period, they failed to maintain their attacking intensity.
The manager pointed out that his side wasted several clear opportunities to secure victory. He accepted that the supporters had every right to voice their anger at the final whistle. However, he stressed that the club must remain united during this difficult spell. He insisted the team would battle for maximum points from their final two fixtures.
Midfielder Can Uzun, who opened the scoring in the match, shared similar sentiments. The player confessed that he completely understands why the fans feel let down. He acknowledged that the squad has not reached its full potential in recent weeks. He admitted this poor consistency explains why the team is struggling to collect wins.
The result leaves Eintracht Frankfurt in a vulnerable position in the Bundesliga table. SC Freiburg can open a three-point gap above them with a victory against Wolfsburg. Riera’s men must now prepare for challenging clashes against Borussia Dortmund and VfB Stuttgart as they fight to secure European football next season.