As Tottenham Hotspur limp along, the last thing they need is more matches; which is why it’s vitally important they win this Champions League Group Stage match against Eintracht Frankfurt.
If Spurs win, they are guaranteed to finish in the top 8 of the group stage, and progress straight to the Round of 16 without having to contest another play-off round consisting of a home and away leg. Two extra matches for a Spurs squad that has been further decimated by injury sounds like a terrible idea, so let’s maybe avoid it happening!
That’s going to be tough, however, as Thomas Frank will be forced to put out an XI that is down to bare bones, with Pedro Porro and Micky van de Ven the latest absentees. Frankfurt have been poor in this European campaign though, so despite the lack of depth, Spurs should be strong enough to come out the victors. Should.
I’m not taking anything for granted.
COYS!
Lineups
Lineups will be posted closer to kick-off.
Live Blog
How to Watch
Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Deutsche Bank Park, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m. ET, 8:00 p.m. UK
TV: Not televised in USA, TNT Sports 5 (UK). Check international listings at livesoccertv.com
Streaming: Paramount+
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