The history of Eintracht Frankfurt

Key milestones in the club's history, in chronological order.

The key milestones at a glance.

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Competitions

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1899–1946

Roots, progress and persecution

  1. First German championship final

    Eintracht Frankfurt
    0:2
    Bayern Munich
    German championship
    Location: Nuremberg Stadium: Städtisches Stadion Neutral venue

    Eintracht reach their first German championship final, losing 2–0 to Bayern Munich in Nuremberg.

1947–1969

Championship and the European stage

  1. The Glasgow final

    Real Madrid
    7:3
    Eintracht Frankfurt
    European Cup
    Location: Glasgow Stadium: Hampden Park Neutral venue

    Eintracht lose 7–3 to Real Madrid at Hampden Park.

1970–1992

Cup triumphs and a missed championship

  1. The title slips away in Rostock

    F.C. Hansa Rostock
    2:1
    Eintracht Frankfurt
    Bundesliga
    Location: Rostock Stadium: Ostseestadion

    Eintracht begin the final matchday as leaders but lose 2–1 at F.C. Hansa Rostock.

2017–2026

European triumph and the present

  1. Denied a European final on penalties

    Chelsea FC
    1:1a.e.t. · 4:3 on pens
    Eintracht Frankfurt
    Europa League
    Location: London Stadium: Stamford Bridge

    After two 1–1 draws, Eintracht lose their Europa League semi-final against Chelsea on penalties.