Eintracht Frankfurt's hopes of avoiding relegation were dealt a severe blow on Saturday when they lost 1-0 to Borussia Mönchengladbach at home in their final game of the season.
The result means that Eintracht will be relegated from the Bundesliga for the first time since 2007, and it was a bitter pill to swallow after the team had been fighting hard all season.
Borussia Mönchengladbach, who were already assured of finishing above Eintracht in the table, took advantage of Eintracht's struggles and ran away with the three points.
Eintracht manager Joachim Löw admitted afterwards that he was disappointed with his side's performance, but he also acknowledged that it was not entirely his fault.
"I think we have played some good football this season, but unfortunately, we didn't get the results we deserved," said Löw.
Despite the loss, Eintracht will still finish in the top six of the Bundesliga, which is enough to secure a place in next season's Europa League.
However, the fact that they will now face the prospect of playing in the third tier of German football for the first time in nearly two decades is likely to be a major disappointment for many fans.
Eintracht's relegation has come as a shock to many people, especially given the strength of their squad and their recent form.
But it is clear that the club needs to make some serious changes if they want to avoid being relegated again next season.
In order to avoid the drop, Eintracht will need to improve their defensive record, strengthen their midfield and attack, and focus more on their training and preparation ahead of matches.
It will also be important for the players to work together as a team and support each other during difficult times.
Overall, Eintracht's relegation is a setback for the club, but it is not the end of the world. The team can still fight back and try to turn things around in the coming weeks and months.