Riera set to keep faith in Kauã Santos as Eintracht’s first-choice goalkeeper
Bild reports that new Eintracht Frankfurt coach Albert Riera will hold on to Kauã Santos in goal for Friday's game against Union Berlin.
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Kauã Santos’ role as Eintracht Frankfurt’s No. 1 has been under consistent scrutiny, with the Brazilian goalkeeper having conceded 20 goals in seven competitive matches so far in 2026.
Despite this, new Eintracht Frankfurt coach Albert Riera has apparently decided against making a change in goal.
Bild reports that the Spaniard informed both Santos and his competitor Michael Zetterer of his decision on Thursday.
Riera’s plan is for Santos to take a smaller role in Eintracht’s build-up play – an area he has generally struggled with this season.
“The goalkeeper is there to prevent goals,” Riera is quoted as saying, adding that Santos should “play very little with the ball” and focus on his primary task.
