Excitement at ÖFB: Arnautović and Alaba Disease despite the fireworks of opportunities!

Excitement at ÖFB: Arnautović and Alaba Disease despite the fireworks of opportunities!

in the National League playoff against Serbia, the Austrian national soccer team had to be content with a disappointing 1-1, although they were superior in the first half. Michael Gregoritsch brought the ÖFB selection in the 37th minute with a precise shot from 20 meters. The pressure on the players was noticeable, especially after the return of David Alaba, who was back on the pitch for Austria after 16 months. But the joy did not last long, because Lazar Samardžić equalized in the 61st minute, which made the game into a heated affair, as well as The press reported.

Marko Arnautović, who acted in the game full of energy despite an injury -related frightening mom, reflected on his performance. "We made an outstanding game and the thing completely dominated," said the inter-striker and added that his own exploitation of opportunities played a role in the draw. In a moment of concern, Arnautović experienced a panic attack during the game that brought him out of the socket for a short time. But after a medical examination, he was able to give the all-clear and focus on the upcoming challenges, as he made it clear with a smile, "after the Nations League is the World Cup qualification and then we see ourselves in America," said the feedback on the upcoming

Review and outlook

The game went on stage in the sold-out Ernst Happel Stadium, where the Austrian team could not achieve the decisive victory despite their dominance, which dampened the mood in the team. Ralf Rangnick, the team leader, had to improvise due to various failures and change his line -up creatively. While he brought fresh forces like Muhammed Cham, the victory remained as elective as the hoped -for promotion to the next league of the Nations League. The second leg on Sunday in Belgrade could be the last chance for the group victory for the ÖFB team. David Alaba was confident that a better result would be possible, although the tie remained a bitter pill, as well as added.