Michael Steinwender: From Hartberg to Värnamo-a Bundesliga star conquers Sweden!

Värnamo, a picturesque small town in the province of Jönköpings Län, offers a new home. Located in the valley of the Lagan river and surrounded by impressive nature reserves, the city has an interesting story that goes back to the Middle Ages. Industrialization in the 19th century led to rapid growth, and today Värnamo is known as a location for Scandinavian furniture design. The combination of diverse nature and an emerging sports landscape contributes to the attractiveness of the city, which also offers many outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.

Steinwender's experience in the Allsvenskan

Since his change, Steinwender has made it clear that the football standard in the Allsvenskan, the Swedish first division, can compete with the Austrian Bundesliga. Despite the challenge of learning a new language, the player has settled in well. His positive development is evident in his increased self -confidence on the square and the successful participation of his team in the relegation. The atmosphere in Värnamo is also important for Steinwender; The enthusiasm of the audience, even if the number of spectators is not overwhelming, reminds him of his time in smaller clubs in Austria.

The impressive area of Värnamo, which also includes the Store Mosore National Park with its unique moor landscape, offers optimal conditions for outdoor enthusiasts and athletes alike. The region attracts more and more visitors with its numerous lakes, rivers and hiking trails. The combination of football and the picturesque environment could give Steinwender career a significant boost, while he is still looking for new opportunities to prove himself and possibly to climb into the big European leagues.