Eintracht Frankfurt 3-4 Union Berlin Player Ratings: Oliver Burke 10/10 Rated as a Sensational Hat-trick From Burke Seals Thrilling 4-3 Victory

We're still trying to catch our breath after that absolutely bonkers Bundesliga match. It was a seven-goal thriller that saw Union Berlin snatch a dramatic 4-3 win away at Eintracht Frankfurt. This was pure, unadulterated chaos, and honestly, we loved every second of it.

From our perspective, the story of the match was the unstoppable force of Oliver Burke and the creative genius of Andrej Ilic. Burke was just on another level, bagging a hat-trick and looking like a world-beater. Ilic, with an incredible four assists, was the puppet master pulling all the strings. Every time Union Berlin surged forward on the counter, they looked like scoring.

On the other hand, Eintracht Frankfurt were a defensive shambles. They showed incredible heart to fight back from 4-1 down, but you simply cannot concede four goals at home and expect to win. It was a game defined by breathtaking attacking play and some truly calamitous defending. A spectacle for the neutral, but a stressful day for both sets of fans. Here are the Eintracht Frankfurt vs Union Berlin player ratings.

Eintracht Frankfurt Player Ratings vs Union Berlin

Here are the Eintracht Frankfurt player ratings vs Union Berlin.

Goalkeeper

Kauã Santos - 5.0: A really tough day for the keeper. He conceded four goals but only made one save all game. From our perspective, he looked exposed and a bit helpless behind a chaotic defense. He couldn't have done much for the goals, but he didn't command his area with any confidence. It was a baptism of fire and one he’ll want to forget quickly.

Defenders

Arthur Theate - 5.5: He saw a lot of the ball, making over 100 passes, but what does that matter when your team ships four goals? He was part of a backline that was torn to shreds. An error leading to a shot and a yellow card summed up a frustrating afternoon where his possession stats meant very little in the end.

Robin Koch - 5.0: The captain had a nightmare. His error led directly to a goal, a moment that completely deflated his team. While he won an impressive number of aerial duels, it counts for little when the most basic defensive duties are neglected. What stood out to us was his look of frustration throughout the second half. A day to forget for the leader of the defense.

Nathaniel Brown - 7.0: The only defender who can hold his head high. He was a constant threat going forward, grabbing a goal and testing the keeper twice. In a team that defended so poorly, he was a rare bright spot and showed real desire to drag his team back into the game. We noticed he never stopped running, a great attitude.

Nnamdi Collins - 4.5: This was a horror show for the young defender. A glaring error from him led directly to a goal, and he looked nervy and out of his depth against Union's rapid counters. He was booked and eventually substituted. It's a harsh learning curve, and he seemed to crumble under the pressure.

Midfielders

Farès Chaïbi - 6.0: He created three chances and looked neat on the ball before he was hooked after an hour. However, he failed to really grab the game by the scruff of the neck when his team needed it. It was an okay performance but lacked any real impact or defining moments. Just another player on the pitch.

Hugo Larsson - 5.5: Much like Chaïbi, Larsson was tidy enough in possession but largely anonymous. He created a couple of chances but was a passenger for large parts of the game. The midfield battle was lost, and he was one of the players who couldn't turn the tide before being substituted.

Can Uzun - 8.5: Frankfurt's best player by an absolute mile. He was sensational. Scored two goals, created four key passes, and was the only player who consistently looked like he could make something happen. He was a constant source of creativity and danger. Frankly, he deserved so much better than being on the losing side. A truly brilliant individual display.

Forwards

Elye Wahi - 5.0: He did provide an assist, but that was about the extent of his contribution. He was caught offside, missed his only shot, and was generally ineffective. From our perspective, he looked isolated and struggled to get involved in the game before being substituted. A really disappointing outing for the striker.

Jean-Mattéo Bahoya - 6.0: Showed some flashes of energy and had a couple of shots blocked. He was willing to run at defenders but lacked the final product to make a difference. It was a performance full of effort but ultimately short on quality where it mattered most. Subbed off after 61 minutes.

Ritsu Doan - 6.5: He was busy and always tried to be positive on the ball. He had a couple of shots on target and created two chances, but his decision-making let him down at times. Picked up a yellow card for a clumsy challenge. He worked hard, but it just wasn't his day.

Substitutes

Jonathan Burkardt - 7.0: Came on and won a penalty, then coolly converted it to give his team a glimmer of hope. Made an instant impact.

Manager

D. Toppmöller - 4.5: His team showed fight to nearly pull off an incredible comeback, but the tactical setup was all wrong. The defense was left wide open to the counter-attack time and time again. Conceding four goals at home is simply unacceptable, and he has to take responsibility for that structural mess.

Union Berlin Player Ratings vs Eintracht Frankfurt

Here are the Union Berlin player ratings vs Eintracht Frankfurt.

Goalkeeper

Frederik Rönnow - 7.5: He conceded three goals, but honestly, he was fantastic. He made seven crucial saves, several of which were top-class stops to deny Frankfurt. Without him, his team would have been in deep trouble. Despite the goals against, it was a commanding performance, and he was a key reason the Union left with all three points.

Defenders

Diogo Leite - 6.0: It was a chaotic day at the back. He made six clearances and looked composed at times, but was part of a defense that was under siege for much of the game. He held on, but it wasn't a convincing performance. He did just enough to get by.

Danilho Doekhi - 6.5: A solid, no-nonsense performance from the defender. He won most of his duels and made four successful tackles, looking like the most composed member of the backline. He was a rock when his teammates were losing their heads. A really strong defensive display in a wild game.

Leopold Querfeld - 5.5: What a wild ride for him. He made an incredible nine clearances, but also conceded a penalty and picked up a yellow card. He was at the heart of everything, good and bad. His rash challenge gave Frankfurt a lifeline, and it nearly cost his team. A very mixed bag.

Midfielders

Rani Khedira - 6.0: A typical battling performance from Khedira in the middle of the park. He was disruptive and made his presence felt with tackles and interceptions. His passing was a bit wayward, but his job was to break up play, and he did that effectively enough. A hard-working shift.

Janik Haberer - 7.0: We were really impressed by his all-action display. He won seven of his nine duels, made tackles, and even created a big chance. He covered so much ground and provided both defensive steel and a forward threat. A very well-rounded and important performance for his team.

Christopher Trimmel - 6.0: The captain had a relatively quiet game before his substitution. He didn't offer much going forward and was steady without being spectacular. He did his job without any fuss but wasn't a major influence on the proceedings. A standard, solid outing.

Derrick Köhn - 6.0: He was full of energy on the flank, making some good tackles and getting into advanced positions. However, he lost possession far too often and was caught offside twice. His work rate was high, but the quality wasn't always there. A bit of a headless chicken at times.

Forwards

Oliver Burke - 10: A perfect performance. Absolutely flawless. He scored a magnificent hat-trick and was simply unplayable. Every time he got a sight of goal, you felt he was going to score. Clinical, powerful, and a constant nightmare for the Frankfurt defense. This was one of those legendary away days that fans will talk about for years. A true 10/10.

Ilyas Ansah - 8.0: He got the party started with the opening goal, taken with real composure. He was a livewire throughout, constantly running at defenders and causing problems. His directness was a key part of Union's attacking plan, and he played his role perfectly before being substituted. A great goal and a great performance.

Andrej Ilic - 9.5: Four assists. Let that sink in. Four. He was the creative mastermind behind Union's victory. He laid on three big chances for his teammates and his vision and passing were simply sublime. While Burke will get the headlines for his goals, Ilic was the architect of this incredible win. An absolutely stunning creative display.

Substitutes

N/A: Substitutes came on to help see out the result and didn't have a significant individual impact on the game.

Manager

S. Baumgart - 8.0: His game plan worked to perfection. He identified Frankfurt's defensive weakness and set his team up to exploit it ruthlessly on the counter-attack. The attacking display was a tactical masterclass. While his defense looked shaky, scoring four goals away from home is a phenomenal achievement. He'll be delighted with the result and the execution of his attacking strategy.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match is Oliver Burke