Match Report: Eintracht Frankfurt Women 4–2 Union Berlin Women – Goals Galore as Frankfurt Cruise Past Berliners

Eintracht Frankfurt Women extended their strong run in the German Frauen Bundesliga with an emphatic 4–2 victory over Union Berlin Women on 17 May 2026. Played at the Stadion am Brentanobad in front of 8,500 fans, the match delivered entertainment from start to finish. Frankfurt’s attacking prowess proved too much for Union Berlin, who fought back bravely but ultimately fell short.

Match Overview

Frankfurt entered the match sitting second in the Bundesliga table, three points behind leaders Wolfsburg. Union Berlin, newly promoted this season, were fighting to avoid the relegation playoff spot. The home side dominated from the off, with 65% possession and 19 shots (11 on target). Union showed character by briefly making it 3–2, but Frankfurt’s quality told in the end.

Key Moments

• 12th minute – 1–0: Frankfurt striker Laura Freigang latched onto a through ball from Geraldine Reuteler and slotted past Union goalkeeper Lena Pauels.
• 24th minute – 2–0: Captain Tanja Pawollek doubled the lead with a powerful volley from a corner.
• 38th minute – 2–1: Union Berlin pulled one back through a clinical finish by winger Marie-Luise Herrmann after a counter-attack.
• 52nd minute – 3–1: Reuteler turned scorer, finishing a swift team move with a low drive into the corner.
• 64th minute – 3–2: Union struck again; defender Dilara Acikgoz headed home from a free-kick to set up a tense finish.
• 79th minute – 4–2: Substitute Shekiera Martinez sealed the win with a composed finish after a mistake by the Union defence.

Tactical Story

Frankfurt set up in a 4–3–3, pressing high and using their full-backs to overlap. Union Berlin deployed a 5–4–1, hoping to absorb pressure and hit on the break. The tactic worked twice, but Frankfurt’s individual brilliance in midfield and attack overwhelmed Union’s backline. The introduction of Martinez added fresh legs for the home side in the final third.

Standout Players

Geraldine Reuteler was unplayable, scoring one and assisting two. Laura Freigang led the line brilliantly with a goal and constant movement. For Union, Marie-Luise Herrmann was a constant threat on the wing, and veteran midfielder Julia Ziegler dictated play in patches.

Season Impact

With the win, Eintracht Frankfurt Women kept the pressure on league leaders Wolfsburg, staying second but closing the gap to just two points with three games left. Union Berlin remained in 11th place, three points above the relegation playoff spot. The result underlines Frankfurt’s title credentials while Union must now focus on securing safety in their remaining matches.