Known as Die Adler (The Eagles), Frankfurt's journey through German football has been anything but ordinary. The club’s first taste of national success came in 1959 when they claimed their only German championship, beating Kickers Offenbach in a thrilling final. This victory paved the way for a famous appearance in the 1960 European Cup (now the UEFA Champions League) final, where they faced the legendary Real Madrid. Although Frankfurt lost 7-3 in what remains one of the most celebrated European finals, their attacking football and determination left an indelible mark on the continent.

As a founding member of the Bundesliga in 1963, Eintracht Frankfurt became a staple in German football, although league titles proved elusive. Instead, the club found glory in cup competitions, lifting the DFB-Pokal in 1974, 1975, and 1981. Their crowning achievement in the 20th century came in 1980 when they won the UEFA Cup (now the Europa League), defeating Borussia Mönchengladbach in an all-German final, becoming the first Bundesliga team to win the trophy.

Eintracht's story, however, hasn't been without its challenges. Relegation battles in the early 2000s threatened the club's stability, but Die Adler always bounced back stronger. A new era of resurgence began with their memorable 2018 DFB-Pokal triumph, where they stunned the mighty Bayern Munich with a 3-1 victory in the final. That win ended a 30-year wait for silverware and reignited belief in the club's ability to compete with Germany’s elite.

The pinnacle of Frankfurt’s modern-day success came in 2022 when they captured the UEFA Europa League, their first European title in over 40 years. In a dramatic final, they triumphed over Rangers in a penalty shootout, sending their passionate fanbase into ecstasy.