Salzburg's title dreams burst: only a lean draw against Altach!

Salzburg's title dreams burst: only a lean draw against Altach!

In the 21st round of the Admiral Bundesliga, the runner-up Red Bull Salzburg had to make do with a disappointing 1-1 draw at SCR Altach today. The encounter began promising for the Salzburgers: After only eleven minutes, the early goal was made after a failed back pass from Ingolitsch. Despite better game control and numerous chances, the second goal failed to materialize. Onisiwo also had opportunities, but could not overcome Stojanovic, which ended the first half with a narrow lead for Salzburg. This information already provided Laola1 .

later compensation for Altach

In the second half, the "bulls" failed to convert their dominance into goals. After Terzic committed a foul in the penalty area, referee Simsek decided on a penalty for Altach. Dietz converted the margin after a strong reflex by goalkeeper Schlager and made the late equalization in the 80th minute. Despite intensive efforts and a strong final phase, in which Ingolitsch had to fly off the field due to yellow-red in added time, Salzburg was denied the victory and thus missed the leap to third place in the table, such as Kicker reported.

This setback in the title race could weigh heavily for the "bulls", since they now left the urgently needed points against the final light Altach. With just one draw, Salzburg now has to fight for its ambitions, while Altach has to fear the relegation, as they have two points behind the penultimate WSG Tyrol.