Napoli 0-0 Eintracht Frankfurt Player Ratings: Serie A Giants Share Points with Frankfurt in Tense UCL Clash

It was a tense night at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, as Napoli and Eintracht Frankfurt played out a challenging draw in the UEFA Champions League. SSC Napoli remained in the driver's seat most of the time, but were unable to find the breakthrough. Eintracht Frankfurt looked rock-solid in defense, frustrating their opponents throughout the Champions League game. Napoli created some good chances but ended up missing them all. Former Man United star Rasmus Hojlund, a man in form, failed to make any impact in the game. It turned out to be beneficial for Eintracht Frankfurt as the Bundesliga side claimed a valuable point from the difficult away fixture. Here are Sportsdunia's Napoli vs Eintracht Frankfurt Player Ratings from the UEFA Champions League game:

Napoli Player Ratings vs Eintracht Frankfurt

Here are Napoli Player Ratings from Napoli vs Eintracht Frankfurt UCL game:

Goalkeeper

Vanja Milinković-Savić - 7.5: A very solid performance from the keeper. He made four saves, including a crucial one to deny Farès Chaïbi in the second half. Commanded his area well and his distribution was decent enough. We felt he exuded confidence, which calmed his backline during Frankfurt's rare forays forward.

Defenders

Miguel Gutiérrez - 7.5: A bundle of energy down the left flank. He was constantly involved, with over 100 touches of the ball. He created two chances and was a persistent threat going forward. Defensively, he was mostly solid, winning a majority of his duels despite picking up a late yellow card. A really impressive display of his all-round ability.

Alessandro Buongiorno - 7.0: A proper old-school defender's performance. He was physical, committed several fouls, but was a rock for the most part. He won seven of his thirteen duels and was crucial in breaking up Frankfurt's counter-attacks. He reads the game well, though his aggression can sometimes be a liability.

Amir Rrahmani - 7.0: The ball-playing centre-back in the pairing. He had an incredible 118 touches and completed 101 passes, dictating play from deep. He was dominant in the air, winning four of his five aerial duels. However, a clumsy foul earned him a yellow card and slightly marred an otherwise composed performance.

Giovanni Di Lorenzo - 7.5: The captain led by example. He was a constant outlet on the right, bombing forward and taking four shots himself. He was heavily involved in building attacks, with 19 passes into the final third. From our perspective, he never stopped running, embodying the team's desire for a winner that just wouldn't come.

Midfielders

Scott McTominay - 6.5: An energetic but ultimately frustrating display. He got into good positions and had three shots, but his finishing was wayward. He worked hard defensively, making four tackles, but he lacked the quality needed to unlock the Frankfurt defense. A bit of a mixed bag from the Scotsman.

Stanislav Lobotka - 7.0: The metronome in Napoli's midfield before his substitution. His passing was almost flawless, with a 97% accuracy rate. He kept the play ticking over smoothly, ensuring Napoli maintained control. His departure was felt as the team lost a bit of its rhythm in the final stages.

Frank Anguissa - 7.0: A physical beast in the middle of the park. He won an astounding seven aerial duels and was a dominant force. However, his work on the ball was less impressive, as he lost possession 24 times and missed a big chance. A powerhouse defensively but needed more composure in attack.

Forwards

Eljif Elmas - 8.5: The best player on the pitch by a country mile. He was the creative hub for Napoli, creating five chances and constantly probing the Frankfurt defense. His movement and vision were exceptional, and he was desperately unlucky not to register a goal or an assist. A truly brilliant individual performance in a frustrating team effort.

Rasmus Højlund - 5.5: A night to forget for the Danish striker. He looked isolated and was bullied by the Frankfurt defenders, winning only two of his ten duels. He missed a big chance late on that could have won the game. What stood out to us was his body language; he just looked completely off the pace and full of frustration.

Matteo Politano - 6.0: A quiet evening for the winger. He struggled to make an impact against a well-drilled defense and was withdrawn after 65 minutes. He was tidy in possession but offered little penetration or creativity. It was no surprise to see him substituted.

Substitutes

David Neres - 6.0: Came on for Politano but failed to provide the spark that was needed. Had one key pass but was otherwise contained.

Noa Lang - 6.0: Replaced Lobotka to add more attacking impetus but struggled to get involved in any meaningful way.

Manager

A. Conte - 6.5: His team controlled the game but couldn't find the killer blow. From our perspective, his side lacked a Plan B when their initial approach was thwarted. The reliance on individual brilliance from Elmas was evident, and the substitutions didn't change the course of the game. A frustrating night on the touchline for the Italian.

Eintracht Frankfurt Player Ratings vs Napoli

Here are Eintracht Frankfurt Player Ratings from Frankfurt vs Napoli UCL game:

Goalkeeper

Michael Zetterer - 7.5: A fine performance to earn his clean sheet. He made a couple of crucial saves, including a big one late on to deny Højlund. Commanded his box well, though he did get a yellow card for time-wasting. He was a key reason Frankfurt left with a point.

Defenders

Arthur Theate - 7.0: A solid and disciplined performance. He made six clearances and two important blocked shots. He was part of a defensive unit that was incredibly well-organized and difficult to break down. Didn't do anything flashy, but did his job effectively.

Robin Koch - 8.0: A true captain's display and a monster at the back. He was immense, registering a staggering 13 clearances and two blocked shots. He read the game perfectly, organizing his defense and repelling wave after wave of Napoli attacks. An absolutely colossal performance.

Rasmus Kristensen - 5.5: The weak link in an otherwise solid defense. He struggled against Napoli's tricky wingers, being dribbled past three times. He committed four fouls and looked uncomfortable throughout. A very difficult night for him, he'll be relieved the team kept a clean sheet.

Nathaniel Brown - 7.5: We were really impressed by his tenacity. He won a remarkable 10 out of 12 duels and made seven tackles. He was a warrior down the left side, refusing to give an inch. His energy and commitment were infectious, a standout defensive performance.

Nnamdi Collins - 7.5: A very composed and mature performance from the defender. His positioning was excellent, making three key interceptions. He was calm on the ball with high passing accuracy and even made a clearance off the line. Looked like a veteran out there.

Midfielders

Farès Chaïbi - 7.0: A really busy performance. He worked tirelessly, recovering the ball nine times and testing the Napoli keeper with a shot from distance. He provided a good outlet for his team and was a constant source of energy before being substituted late on. A solid outing.

Hugo Larsson - 6.0: A quiet game for the midfielder. He struggled to get on the ball and influence the play, winning only one of his five duels. He was neat in possession but couldn't impose himself on the midfield battle. Substituted with about ten minutes to go.

Mario Götze - 6.5: A frustrating evening for the World Cup winner. He showed his class in moments but was often crowded out and was dispossessed five times. He worked hard for the team, making four tackles, but couldn't find the space to create anything meaningful.

Forwards

Jonathan Burkardt - 7.0: A thankless task leading the line, but he did it brilliantly. He was a complete nuisance for the Napoli defenders, drawing an incredible six fouls. His hold-up play was vital in giving his defense a breather and allowing his team to get up the pitch. Didn't have a clear chance, but his contribution was immense.

Jean-Mattéo Bahoya - 6.0: Had a good early shot saved which could have changed the game. After that, he faded and struggled to get involved before being substituted. A bright start but couldn't sustain his impact.

Substitutes

Ansgar Knauff - 6.5: Came on and had a shot on target, looked lively.

Ellyes Skhiri - 6.0: Brought on to shore up the midfield and help see out the draw.

Mahmoud Dahoud - N/A: Not on long enough to rate.

Aurèle Amenda - N/A: Came on in stoppage time.

Manager

D. Toppmöller - 7.5: From our perspective, he got his tactics spot on. He set his team up to be defensively solid and frustrate Napoli, and it worked to perfection. His players were incredibly disciplined and organized. A fantastic away point in the Champions League is a testament to his excellent game plan.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match goes to Eljif Elmas with a rating of 8.5/10.