The race for the autumn championship title in the Regional League West couldn’t be more exciting: Before the next final round of the first half of the season, five teams – Peuerbach, Grieskirchen, Andorf, Bad Wimsbach and Kammer – still have the theoretical opportunity to win the winter crown. Union Peuerbach goes into the autumn final as league leaders after beating SPG Munderfing/Pfaffstätt 3-1. “With the run, our self-confidence has also increased. We want to stay at the top as long as possible,” says Peuerbach sports director Markus Mayr, whose team is visiting Sattledt on Saturday.
In terms of lost points, SV Grieskirchen would be at the top: nine of the last ten games were won. “That wasn’t necessarily to be expected after the start. With the recent victories, we have adjusted our short-term goals slightly upwards; we are eager to win the autumn championship title,” says Grieskirchen coach Siegfried Krieg. The Trattnachtalers welcome Schärding in the final spurt and will also play the catch-up game at SPG Utzenaich/Antiesenhofen a week later. If two more wins are achieved, the former Upper Austrian league team would be autumn champions.
Duel in the East
Also with one game less, the 1b team from Askö Oedt goes into the last autumn round of the Regional League East against Naarn as first. In the 7-1 win against Traun, the second Oedt team underlined that they could only beat themselves this season. “We want to be ahead at all times,” says Oedt sports director Gerald Baumgartner, who also doesn’t underestimate the competitors: “The East Regional League is even better this year. Marchtrenk is hot on our heels, St. Ulrich is also doing it “Very good. You always have to have Donau Linz on your bill anyway.”
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**Interview with Markus Mayr, Sports Director of Union Peuerbach**
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, Markus! It’s great to have you here as we look into the exciting race for the autumn championship in the Regional League West. Your team, Union Peuerbach, is currently leading the league. How does it feel to be at the top of the standings as we approach the final round of the first half of the season?
**Markus Mayr:** Good afternoon! Thanks for having me. It’s an exhilarating time for us. Being at the top certainly boosts our confidence. The team has been performing well, and that gives us a strong momentum heading into our next match against Sattledt.
**Interviewer:** You’ve mentioned the increase in self-confidence. How important is mental strength as you strive to maintain your position at the top?
**Markus Mayr:** Mental strength is crucial, especially in a competitive league like ours. Our players need to stay focused and handle the pressure of being league leaders. We’ve had some significant wins that have positively impacted our morale, and we want to keep that positive mindset going forward.
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead, what are your thoughts on the competition? Teams like Grieskirchen and Andorf are also strong contenders. How do you plan to tackle their challenge?
**Markus Mayr:** Absolutely, the competition is fierce. Grieskirchen has been impressive lately, winning nine out of their last ten matches. We respect all our opponents, and we know we have to bring our A-game in every match. Our strategy is to stick to our game plan, play with intensity, and capitalize on our strengths.
**Interviewer:** If you manage to secure the autumn championship title, how will that impact your team’s goals for the second half of the season?
**Markus Mayr:** Winning the autumn championship would be a massive boost for us. It would validate our hard work and set a benchmark for the rest of the season. However, we know it’s only the first half. Our ultimate goal is to maintain this level of performance and aim for promotion.
**Interviewer:** That sounds like a solid plan! any message to your fans ahead of the crucial match against Sattledt?
**Markus Mayr:** I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our fans for their unwavering support. We appreciate every cheer and every moment they share with us. Let’s keep pushing forward together!
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Markus! Best of luck in your upcoming match!
**Markus Mayr:** Thank you! We’re excited for it.
