Hugo Ekitike marked his emotional return to Eintracht Frankfurt in style — finding the net and earning plenty of applause even from the home supporters.
The French striker equalized midway through the first half, calmly converting Andy Robertson’s pinpoint long pass to make it 1-1 before Liverpool ran riot with a 5-1 victory at Deutsche Bank Park.
Despite the goal, Ekitike refused to celebrate out of respect for his old club — a gesture warmly acknowledged by Frankfurt fans as he left the pitch with just over 15 minutes remaining.
🎥 What Happened After Full-Time?
After the match, a video shared by journalist Lewis Steele on X revealed a touching moment: Ekitike joined his former teammates from Eintracht Frankfurt during their traditional post-match lap of appreciation. The Liverpool forward walked alongside them briefly, acknowledging the supporters who stayed behind after the heavy defeat — a show of class and respect rarely seen in modern football.
💫 A Night to Remember
Ekitike’s performance was more than just sentimental — it was sensational. According to Sofascore, he misplaced only two passes, won five of seven duels, completed two successful dribbles, and registered two shots on target. His all-round display justified Arne Slot’s decision to hand him a starting spot.
With Alexander Isak nursing a minor groin issue, Ekitike has surely done enough to earn another start when Liverpool face Brentford this weekend.
Hugo Ekitike joins Frankfurt on a lap of honour (let’s just call it a lap) at his former club. Brilliant goal tonight, 100% MUST start on Saturday. pic.twitter.com/ILfSgSUwTL
— Lewis Steele (@LewisSteele_) October 22, 2025
The 23-year-old didn’t just score against his former club — he reminded Eintracht Frankfurt exactly what they’ve been missing since his move to Anfield in July. ❤️⚽🔥
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