A little late the report, sorry. The drive from Frankfurt home was like chewing gum!

But I could not miss that, to see this important game live. And it was a great experience, just for one man: Ante Rebic!

But in turn: Optimal weather, 46,000 spectators, super mood. The line-up is courageous this time and testifies to the will to tear something away today: Haller and Rebic in front, Torro back again, with de Guzman in midfield. Russ replaces Abraham in defense.

But the beginning is tough and shaped by the will to make no mistakes. From both sides. Where Hannover is terribly weak. However, the standards of De Guzman are strong. A corner almost leads to the gate as Torro just over it. In the 38th minute it is finally time. Again corner, Torro cleverly continues to Haller, who beheads perfectly on Ndicka, who makes his first goal for Eintracht. The node has burst. Just before the break, Haller, who fits a throw-in perfectly on Rebic, lets his guard look very old with a turn and stands alone in front of the goal. Rebic gets wet cold. 2: 0!

Halftime. Hannover comes out stronger, without being compelling. The harmony in the first 10 minutes too passive. Leaves a lot of air in the pressing. But just in time Rebic sets a sign again. Bullig, he sits down after winning header by Haller, against the defender, fits smartly across to De Guzman, who only has to push. 3: 0th outstanding goal!

Hütter then changes the service providers. Haller and Rebic go out with standing applause, as does the very strong Kostic! Jovic, Willems and Gacinovic come in. Hannover uses the mess on the left side and scores the unnecessary 3: 1. But Eintracht will not make it more exciting, but lays down. Dream pass from de Guzman on Jovic, who deliberately pushes past the goalkeeper. 4: 1! Result. Very important 3 points!

And now to Rebic: He made a sensational game today. Point. He makes the difference all by himself. And he draws the whole team with his speed, his aggressiveness, his force. Rebic is not yet 100% fit. It's hard to imagine what he's capable of. One thing worries me: Rebic was the most fouled player on the field. And other teams will see what he can do with defensive lines and will take him just as hard. I pray that he stays healthy and fit! A word to Haller: He is seen as slow and bulky by some, but he is so important to the game. Haller was directly involved in 3 goals, won almost every header, ran again incredibly much. And with Rebic as a strike partner, he could better use the rooms, drop, supply templates. Top performance!

The team seemed stable and strong-willed today. Also safe and superior after the tour. With 7 points we drive now to Hoffenheim. After the performance today, there is reason to be confident.

Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Hannover - 4: 1 !!!