The historic rivalry between Hamburger SV (HSV) and Eintracht Frankfurt is characterised by numerous encounters that have taken place in both the Bundesliga and lower leagues. In 110 encounters to date, the record has been evenly balanced, though slightly in Hamburg’s favour, with HSV winning 45 matches, Eintracht Frankfurt recording 39 victories and 26 matches ending in a draw.
The matches are often characterised by high intensity, great commitment and emotional moments, which makes them particularly appealing to fans of both clubs. Eintracht Frankfurt, in particular, regularly impresses with their pace, passion and attacking prowess, whilst HSV bring their technical quality to bear.
These clashes represent two clubs steeped in tradition, each with their own distinct trajectories in German football, and reflect their ambition and identity. As a result, these encounters remain an exciting and ever-evolving chapter in the clubs’ history.
The last encounter
In the most recent fixture between Hamburger SV and Eintracht Frankfurt on 2 May 2026, HSV ran out 2–1 winners at the Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt. The hosts took the lead through Can Uzun, before HSV turned the match around within a matter of minutes with goals from Albert Grønbæk and Fábio Vieira.
The match was characterised by high intensity and numerous challenges, with Frankfurt enjoying more possession for long periods, whilst HSV made the most of their chances. After the break, the Hamburg side defended with focus and saw out the away victory with confidence.
This clash will be remembered as a hard-fought match in which HSV showed resilience and celebrated an important away win, whilst Eintracht Frankfurt came away empty-handed despite a committed performance.
