On Wednesday, January 28, Tottenham Hotspur will travel to the Waldstadion – known as Deutsche Bank Park – to take on Eintracht Frankfurt for their final game in the Champions League's league-phase.
The Bundesliga side come into this clash in poor form and without a win in six games, though Thomas Frank's Spurs have fared similarly, triumphing in just one of their past seven.
Following their shocking 3-2 loss against Qarabag FK, Frankfurt are no longer able to reach the playoffs, while the Londoners will be desperate to secure their spot in the top eight with another victory after beating Borussia Dortmund 2-0 last Tuesday.
Tottenham fans heading to this match may be familiar with Deutsche Bank Park considering that Spurs downed Frankfurt 1-0 there in the quarter-finals of last season's Europa League-winning campaign.
For supporters making the trip, Football Ground Guide covers all that you need to know about the Frankfurt away section.
What is Frankfurt like for away fans?
Generally speaking, Frankfurt is an incredibly welcoming city for tourists, including away fans, and you will likely have a great time as a result. Germany is a country with a rich culture, much of which is extremely similar to that found in the UK.
However, supporters visiting Frankfurt are often advised to avoid the district of Sachsenhausen as this can be slightly more hostile than the rest of the city.
Where to drink for Spurs fans in Frankfurt?
While Frankfurt itself is a city filled with various pubs and bars, the Waldstadion is actually located south of the city centre and as such, the offerings near the ground are less substantial.
We therefore recommend enjoying your pre-match drinks in the centre of Frankfurt before heading to the stadium, with our top suggestions as follows:
- O’Dwyer’s Irish Bar – Klappergasse 19, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- Four Corners – Zeil 10, 60313 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- Fox and Hound – Niedenau 2, 60325 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Where to watch football in Frankfurt?
If you are in Frankfurt but without a ticket for the match, there are a whole host of spots where fans can catch the action, as well as take in the other Champions League games that will impact Spurs' potential progression to the round of 16.
Some of the best sports bars in Frankfurt to watch these games are as follows:
- Champions Frankfurt, Champions, Hamburger Allee 2, 60486 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- O'Reilly's Irish pubs, Am Hauptbahnhof 4, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- Bull & Bear Restaurant & Sportsbar, Schillerstrabe 11, 60313 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
What will the Frankfurt away section be like for Spurs fans?
The Frankfurt away section is located to the left of the East Stand and spans across two tiers. In most cases, it is a lively, energetic part of the stadium – largely because the entire away section is fitted with safe-standing rails to help boost the atmosphere.
While the home crowd are more than capable of making the Waldstadion incredibly intimidating, most Frankfurt supporters are very welcoming towards away fans.
Frankfurt away section view at Waldstadion
The Waldatadion is a fantastically modern venue, and as a result, obstructed views are few and far between. Generally speaking, the away section is no different; however, for the very best views possible, we recommend sitting in the first few rows of the upper tier.
How many Spurs fans are going to Frankfurt?
Tottenham have been handed a rather sizeable away allocation of 2,987 for this fixture, so expect plenty of Spurs fans in Frankfurt come matchday.
What's more, given the relative proximity of England and Germany, there will also likely be a larger number of Tottenham supporters making the trip to Frankfurt without a ticket, simply to soak up the atmosphere before kick-off.
How Spurs fans can get to the Waldstadion
First and foremost, our number one piece of advice is to travel from Frankfurt to the Waldstadion via public transport. Like any major city, Frankfurt will be rife with traffic, particularly on matchday, making public transport a far more efficient option.
The easiest service to use will likely be the metro, with lines S7, S8 and S9 all running between the city and the stadium. When using this method, exit your service at stop ‘Stadion'.
However, the tram and bus are also viable options. If using the tram, you will want to look for Line 21 in the city centre, while for the bus, look out for the 61 service, which you will want to exit at Stadionbad, which is roughly 15 minutes from the Waldstadion.
Waldstadion stadium tour: How to visit Frankfurt ground
Thankfully, Frankfurt do in fact provide regular tours of their fantastic Waldstadion home, most of which run during the week, rather than at weekends.
While prices can vary, adults can expect to pay approximately €21 for the tour, during which they will be afforded behind-the-scenes access to facilities such as dressing rooms, players' tunnel, dugouts, press rooms and the club's on-site museum.
Typically, these tours last around two hours and in most cases, you can also opt to pay extra for a guided tour.
Waldstadion tickets: How to watch a Frankfurt game
For the best chance possible of securing Frankfurt tickets, you may want to consider becoming a club member. While this is not necessarily required, members are usually afforded priority sales windows before matchday tickets are opened up to the general public.
Becoming a member, therefore, gives you a far better chance at securing tickets for bigger fixtures, such as those against Bayern Munich or Borussia Dortmund.
However, for matches with less demand, tickets will occasionally be available to the general public as mentioned, with tickets able to be purchased up until matchday.
FGG says: An important game for Tottenham (and Frank)
Frankfurt's exit from the Champions League has already been confirmed, but Spurs still have to fight for their spot in the top eight.
Adding to the stakes will be the fact that Tottenham have struggled domestically this season, putting Frank under serious pressure, but a simple victory and smooth qualification for the round of 16 could help the manager's relationship with the fans.