Can Uzun Returns to the Starting XI, but Hütter Says It Is Not Enough

Eintracht Frankfurt defeated Hamburg 3-1 in the German Cup to advance to the next round. The standout name in the match was Can Uzun. The 20-year-old national team player, who had spent the last two matches on the bench, started in the starting XI this time and ran 13.5 kilometers, making him the player who ran the most on the pitch.

Uzun was involved in the build-up to two of the team's goals. A powerful shot he took later in the match came back off the crossbar. The young player supported the team both in attack and in defense.

Head coach Adi Hütter assessed Can Uzun's performance after the match. Hütter said the player showed a different image from before and demonstrated that he can contribute to the team and to him. Hütter stressed that Uzun has exceptional talent but does not consider it enough on its own.

Teammate Mario Götze also highlighted Uzun's contribution to defense. Götze said that when the opponent pressed, Uzun dropped back to help the team, and that he also pressed high and then ran back.