Salzburg's crisis alarm: Where is the next victory in the league?

Salzburg's crisis alarm: Where is the next victory in the league?

A Drama in the Bundesliga: RB Salzburg simply cannot get out of its crisis! After 13 game rounds, the Salzburgers have started the worst record since Red Bull in 2005 with only 19 points. Last Saturday under coach Pepijn Lijnders, the game against TSV Hartberg was drawn 1-1, although the Salzburgers were superior over long distances. This was already the fifth winless game in a row, and the Salzburgers are in a disappointing sixth place, 14 points behind the leading Sturm Graz, which could also only achieve a tie against the bottom of the Altach. The last victory for the bulls in the league is now over a month, dated October 19th.

The effects of the point rule

But the situation could tighten: With every draw or a further defeat, hopes for the European Cup places are disappearing. The importance of awarding points in the competition becomes particularly clear here - a factor that is crucial for the teams to play above. These aspects are also interesting in the context of Punkelegel , which has been in world football since 1995/96. She rewarded a win with three points, which should motivate the teams, to play more aggressively and more profit -oriented. A tie only brings one point, while the traditional two-point rule is only used in a few sports today.

The team now urgently has to reorient itself, because the hoped -for dominance and the earlier shine have long since faded. It remains to be seen whether a turning point finally emerges under the pressure and high expectations of the fans. The historical importance of the allocation of points could be the key to stop the Salzburg descent for months.