A draw was enough for Austria to qualify for the championship group

Initially, there were only a few actions in a balanced game that were worthy of applause. The Linz team had their first good opportunity when Usor was denied by Sahin-Radlinger (17th).

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The purple fans occasionally wished for the departure of investor Jürgen Werner. Likewise, a controlled action such as many an attack against AG board member Harald Zagiczek or a banner against “intermediary” Josko Rokov (“Shut up and be careful”) and another against Sebastian Prödl. As much as Austria plays in the background over the boards, a billiards section would now be absolutely permissible and justified for the Violets. A little later, the 1-0 win for LASK angered Austria’s temper, with Usor collecting a pass from Stangl (24′). Before that, an attack by Bogarde on Plavotic was not considered a foul.

Austria’s game didn’t really get going, a few small mistakes and the LASK defense often ruined their efforts, which is why they were rarely able to create danger. Only Maybach with a header came close to scoring. LASK, on ​​the other hand, caused unrest with their quick switching play in depth. Immediately after the break, Austria used a standard situation to equalize. After a free kick from Eggestein, the ball came to Dragovic, who took the shot and scored to make it 1-1 (47′).

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The fans were finally able to concentrate on what was important, football. A little later, Barry, cleared by Eggestein, had the lead, as did Plavotic. Both missed, but Austria was more in the game than ever this Sunday. On the other hand, Kalajdzic elegantly completed a great combination, but only hit the bar. At the end, Austria coach Helm brought two quick players, Markovic and Vucic, for the offensive areas; Fischer and Barry were supposed to hold the center.

This only worked for a short time because LASK took the lead in the 73rd minute. After winning the ball, the ball was quickly countered and Usor fed Lang, who was waiting at the second post. In the finish, both teams had good opportunities, Taeseok with a volley for Austria, Entrup for LASK. After a handball from Cisse, Austria received a penalty, which Eggestein converted to make it 2-2 (87′).