The regional league season has reached its first milestone with ten rounds completed. The OÖN takes a closer look at the eight Upper Austrian clubs after the first third:
Furthner turned the tide
“The early change of coach presented some challenges, but Reinhard Furthner has successfully steered the team in the right direction. Our defensive stability has improved significantly, and we’re on the right track,” says Wels sports director Rene Swete, whose team has won seven of their last nine games.
Considerable difference from the Upper Austrian league
After a two-game winless streak, the Trauner team bounced back with a convincing 4-1 win against St. Anna/Aigen. According to Oedt coach Kurt Russ, the differences between this league and the Upper Austrian league are substantial: “It’s much more physically demanding, with every team boasting two to three high-quality players. We noticed that we struggled when we weren’t at our best.”
Impressive offense
The team’s 23 goals scored this season demonstrate the effectiveness of their offense. “We could have scored a few more goals, but I’m also very pleased with our defensive performance,” says Wallern coach Horst Haidacher.
Derby dominance
“Aside from the 4-0 loss against Wallern, we’ve performed well, particularly against our Upper Austrian rivals,” says Young Vikings coach Julian Baumgartner. His team can be proud of their nickname, Derby Emperors, having secured four consecutive wins this season against Oedt (4:2), Gurten (4:0), LASK Amateure (3:2), and Vorwärts Steyr (3:0).
Rest and recovery paid off
According to Vöcklamarkt sports director Omer Tarabic, the green-yellow team’s turnaround after four consecutive losses, followed by four wins in a row, can be largely attributed to the coaching team around Bernhard Kletzl. The 0-1 win against Vorwärts Steyr serves as a testament to this. “I was impressed by their calm and faith in the team.”
Opponents have improved
The Innviertel team has been winless for five games. “Our performances have been positive,” says Gurten coach Peter Madritsch, who believes that the Regionalliga Mitte has improved in quality this season: “The league has become even more competitive thanks to Leoben and the promoted teams.”
Change takes time
17 new players joined the club in the summer, and the coaching team is also new: “We’ve essentially rebuilt the team. It’s clear that it still takes time. Our game performances are improving, but we’re not yet where we want to be in the standings,” says amateur team manager Philipp Leeb. The ultimate goal is to develop players for the top team: “With Haider, Diallo, and Sulzner, some players have already gained experience.”
Victory for the coach
The 1-0 win in Vöcklamarkt marked a turning point after five games without a win, and coach Markus Eitl’s job was also secured. “A clear statement from the team that fought for the coach,” says Steyr sports director Gerald Perzy.
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Analysis of the Upper Austrian Clubs in the 2024-25 Austrian Regionalliga Season:
The 2024-25 Austrian Regionalliga season has reached its first milestone, with ten rounds completed [[3]]. The Upper Austrian clubs have made significant impressions in the league, with some teams showing considerable improvement and others facing challenges. This analysis will delve into the performances of the eight Upper Austrian clubs, highlighting their strengths, weaknesses, and prospects for the rest of the season.
One of the standout teams is Wels, who have won seven of their last nine games under the guidance of coach Reinhard Furthner [[1]]. Furthner’s impact on the team has been significant, with the team’s defensive stability improving dramatically. Wels sports director Rene Swete attributes the team’s success to Furthner’s coaching, stating that the team is “on the right track.”
Another team that has shown impressive form is the Trauner team, who bounced back from a two-game winless streak with a convincing 4-1 win against St. Anna/Aigen [[1]]. Oedt coach Kurt Russ highlights the substantial differences between the Regionalliga Mitte and the Upper Austrian league, citing the higher physical demands and the presence of high-quality players in every team.
Wallern has also impressed with their offense, scoring 23 goals this season [[1]]. Coach Horst Haidacher praises the team’s defensive performance, which has complemented their attacking prowess.
The Young Vikings have earned the nickname “Derby Emperors” with their four consecutive wins against Upper Austrian rivals Oedt, Gurten, LASK Amateure, and Vorwärts Steyr [[1]]. Coach Julian Baumgartner acknowledges the team’s dominance in derby matches but notes that the 4-0 loss against Wallern was a setback.
Vöcklamarkt has shown a significant turnaround after four consecutive losses, winning four games in a row under the coaching team led by Bernhard Kletzl [[1]]. Sports director Omer Tarabic attributes the team’s success to the coaching team’s calm and faith in the team.
Gurten has been winless for five games, but coach Peter Madritsch believes that the team’s performances have been positive [[1]]. Madritsch notes that the Regionalliga Mitte has improved in quality this season, with teams like Leoben and the promoted teams making the league more competitive.
LASK Amateure has 17 new players joined the club in the summer, and the coaching team is also new [[1]]. Amateur team manager Philipp Leeb acknowledges that it takes time for the team to gel but notes that some players have already gained experience and will be developed for the top team.
The 1-0 win in Vöcklamarkt marked a turning point for coach Markus Eitl’s team, securing his job and giving the team a much-needed boost [[1]].
the Upper Austrian clubs have shown varying degrees of success and challenges in the 2024-25 Austrian Regionalliga season. While some teams have impressed with their defensive stability, offense, and derby dominance, others have struggled to find their footing. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how these teams adapt and grow, and which teams will emerge as the top performers in the league.
Note: The information provided is based on the search results and the analysis is subjective. The writer’s personal opinions and biases may be reflected in the analysis.
