Toppmöller anticipating "high-intensity" from a determined Mainz | OneFootball

As part of Eintracht Frankfurt's build up to their hotly-anticipated Sunday meeting with Mainz, head coach Dino Toppmöller graced the media in the mixed room.

"I expect a high-intensity football match. Mainz will play with a fair amount of anger in their stomachs. We're prepared for the tough tackling from the start. A lot will be about intensity and second balls

"Everyone who was there for the first leg will have remembered that it was an unnecessary defeat. That might be a bit of additional motivation for every player, without me having to mention it specifically.

“We've been consistent in our performances throughout the season. There were always moments when the results weren't there, but we always found a way to respond. That's the key in the end,” Toppmöller said regarding the game.

In terms of squad fitness, it was a mixed bag to report on from the Hessen club's point of view. Mario Götze may require an MRI scan next week to see if he can play again this season.

“Rasmus Kristensen was able to train normally throughout the week, making him a starting option again. Igor also participated again, participating in parts of training on Wednesday and then fully returning from Thursday. Mario Götze and Kauã Santos are still sidelined,” he added.