Kühbauer celebrates ÖFB-Cup victory: Board command for his WAC heroes!

Kühbauer celebrates ÖFB-Cup victory: Board command for his WAC heroes!

Dietmar Kühbauer, the coach of the Wolfsberger AC, won his first title as head coach. This happened as part of the ÖFB Cup 2025, where his team in the Wörthersee stadium in front of 20,500 spectators achieved a narrow 1-0 victory against Hartberg. The decisive goal was scored by Angelo Gattermayer in the 89th minute after he had been substituted shortly before. After the game, Kühbauer expressed that the match was "not a treat", but emphasized that his team's merits were decisive for victory.

Kühbauer, who also won the ÖFB Cup as a player with Rapid Vienna 30 years ago, is both proud of his team and surprised that he won the title as a WAC coach instead of being successful at Rapid or LASK during his time. He currently sees his team in third place in the league and dreams of the opportunity to win the double because there are only three points behind the leaders.

fun and tradition

After the Cup victory, Kühbauer has spoken out a humorous “booze command” to his players in order to celebrate success. In an interview with the ORF, he explained that there is no ban on a celebration and the title can no longer be taken. The next league game is against Rapid, a special duel for the trainer.

Hartberg's coach Manfred Schmid was disappointed with the result, but congratulated the Wolfsbergers on their triumph. Kühbauer, now 54 years old, sees great potential in the young team of the WAC and strives to further develop their achievements in order to successfully master the upcoming challenges.

The way to success

Dietmar Kühbauer, born in Burgenland, began his career in the Austrian Bundesliga at the age of 16 at Admira Wacker. After various stations, including Rapid Vienna, VfL Wolfsburg and Real Sociedad, his coaching career started in 2008. His most successful period was at Admira Wacker Mödling, where he reached the championship and promotion to the Bundesliga. Back at the WAC, which he took over in April 2023, he has now celebrated his first significant success.

The title win in the ÖFB Cup not only represents an important milestone in Kühbauer's career, but also gives him the momentum to approach the next league challenge with his team and continue to pursue the dream of the double. The anticipation for the upcoming games, especially the duel against Rapid, is felt by Kühbauer and his players.

For the Wolfsberger AC, which has already shown considerable achievements this season, it is now important to focus on the league and take the form of the cup victory into the next challenges.

Kühbauer remains confident and motivated, while his players are preparing for the upcoming tasks, further expanding the success and inspiring the fans with spectacular games.