Austria Vienna: Strong defense secures draws in the UWCL first leg against Paris FC

Austria Vienna: Strong defense secures draws in the UWCL first leg against Paris FC

In the playoff first leg of the UEFA Women’s Champions League, the women's teams separated from Austria Vienna and Paris FC 0-0. This result is a solid starting point for the Viennese, since the second leg takes place in a week in the Franz Horr Stadium in Vienna. Despite the favorite position of the French women, the players of Austria Vienna showed a strong defensive performance and did not allow any goals.

Both teams had their chances in the game, but it stayed with the goalless draw. Head coach Stefan Keneesei was very satisfied with the defensive performance of his team and emphasized the potential that is available in the second leg. "We have not yet gained a goal in competitive games this season," emphasized Keneesei, emphasizing the strength of the defense.

Further results from women's football Champions League

In other encounters of the evening, SKN St. Pölten won 3-1 against Fortuna Hjörring and thus secured a good starting point for the second leg in Denmark. The scorer for SKN were Carina Brunold, who met both in the 20th and the 79th minute, and Sarah Mattner-Trembleau, who netted in the 71st minute. Fortuna Hjörring scored the goal by an own goal of Fanni Nagy in the 87th minute.

Another Austrian team, the women from SK Sturm, had a defeat and lost 0-2 away against Ajax Amsterdam. The second leg for SK Sturm will also take place next Thursday and is eagerly awaited.

In summary, it can be said that the Austrian teams in the playoffs of the UEFA Women’s Champions League showed both light and dark sides. While Austria Vienna and SKN St. Pölten achieved positive results, it remains to be seen how SK Sturm will react in the second leg. You can find more information about the games and appointments kicker.de.