Coach Wolfgang Hajferuk’s team celebrated a 3-1 win in the Nordkette derby against its neighbor Sandl.
Robin Schinagl (2nd, 58th) and Maximilian Wagner (42nd) made the home team celebrate their first success against their local opponents.
What also makes the sports field in Leopoldschlag so special: the corner flag is only around 30 meters from the state border. If the side outline of the playing field were moved around 20 meters to the north, the edge of the playing field would form part of the state border with the Czech Republic. Which is why it has often happened that the kickers had to fetch the playing equipment from a neighboring country when the ball was kicked out…
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**Interview with Coach Wolfgang Hajferuk After the Nordkette Derby Victory**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Coach Hajferuk. Congratulations on your team’s impressive 3-1 victory over Sandl. How does it feel to secure your first win against your local rivals?
**Wolfgang Hajferuk:** Thank you! It’s incredibly satisfying. Winning against a local rival always adds a special flavor to the game, and the boys played excellently today. This win builds a strong foundation for our season.
**Interviewer:** You had standout performances from Robin Schinagl, who scored twice, and Maximilian Wagner. Could you share your thoughts on their contributions?
**Wolfgang Hajferuk:** Absolutely! Robin has been a crucial player for us, and his goals today showed his determination and skill. Maximilian also played an essential role in midfield, contributing both defensively and offensively. Their teamwork was vital to our success.
**Interviewer:** The unique geography of the sports field in Leopoldschlag adds an interesting element to the match, especially with the state border being so close. How do you think this influences the atmosphere during local derbies?
**Wolfgang Hajferuk:** It certainly adds to the excitement! Knowing that we’re right on the edge of the state border creates a unique atmosphere. It reminds everyone that this isn’t just any game—it’s a community event with local pride at stake. Plus, the occasional need to retrieve the ball from a neighboring country adds a bit of humor to the seriousness of the match!
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead, how do you plan to build on this victory for future games?
**Wolfgang Hajferuk:** This win will boost our confidence moving forward. We’ll analyze our performance, focus on maintaining our momentum, and work on areas for improvement. Our goal is to keep progressing together as a team and continue making our supporters proud.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Coach Hajferuk, and best of luck for the upcoming matches!
**Wolfgang Hajferuk:** Thank you very much! We appreciate the support.
