Sturm Graz in upheaval: new coach, new luck against Klagenfurt

Sturm Graz in upheaval: new coach, new luck against Klagenfurt

In the current season of the Admiral Bundesliga, an exciting duel between Sturm Graz and Austria Klagenfurt is emerging. The game, which takes place on Saturday at 5 p.m., comes under special signs. Sturm Graz, as a reigning champion and leader, recently experienced a large change. The successful coach Christian Ilzer leaves the club, which is a major challenge for the team.

"Of course, a bit will change in Sturm, because a new coach always brings his ideas with him," explains Peter Pacult, coach of Austria Klagenfurt. "But I assume that we are well adjusted to the opponent." The preparations of his team were targeted and intense. He is optimistic that the players can also implement the positive energy from training in the game.

Personnel changes in Sturm Graz

The international break brought unpleasant developments for Sturm Graz. After the departure of managing director Sport Andreas Schicker, Coach Ilzer was also appointed to TSG Hoffenheim with his assistant to Germany. President Christian Jauk now faces the challenge of quickly filling the key positions.

Michael Parensen was selected as the new sports director, while Jürgen Saumel will take over the coaching office interim. Saumel, a native of Carinthia and former team player, has already gained experience as a coach and is confident: "Christian Ilzer handed over a more than intact team to me." He has prepared intensively and plans to continue the game principles that he followed during his time in Sturm II.

Austria Klagenfurt's situation before the game

The personnel situation at Austria Klagenfurt is almost positive. The only failure concerns Niklas Szerencsi; All other players are available for the important match in Graz. Tobias Koch, a key player in midfield, has successfully resumed team training, and Denzel Owusu could celebrate his debut for the violets in this game.

The game between Sturm Graz and Austria Klagenfurt promises a lot of tension. The changes and uncertainties at Sturm could represent an opportunity for the Klagenfurters, while they have to prove themselves on the pitch to compete against the potential favorite. Details of this exciting event can be found at www.skaustriaklagenfurt.at