Sturm Graz: point gain or loss of points? A gripping tie!

Sturm Graz: point gain or loss of points? A gripping tie!

In the exciting opening game of the Admiral Bundesliga, Sturm Graz and the Wiener Austria separated with a 2-2 draw in the Merkur Arena. Although the Styrian took the lead twice, the guests from Vienna were able to equalize and thus consolidate the leader of the defending champion for the time being, such as laola1.at reported . Sturm trainer Jürgen Saumel was dissatisfied with the result and criticized the lack of compactness of his team, while Austria was more satisfied with the draw in terms of team performance.

The penalty, which made it possible to compensate for Austria, caused heated discussions. Niklas Geyrhofer Foult Maurice Malone, which was confirmed by a VAR decision. "I don't know why you get involved, that was not a clear wrong decision," said Saumel, while Malone described the penalty as clear. In an exciting duel, which was characterized by top-class opportunities and some aluminum hits on both sides, Austria showed a strong reaction after residues, such as weltfussball.at reported . The Austria coach Stephan Helm praised the maturity of his players, especially Dominik Fitz, who shone when equalizing with a header and an assist.

Both trainers recognize the challenges for the rest of the season. Saumel looks at the competition and warns that the league could make itself even closer compared to autumn. The next games will be crucial to collect important points. Above all, the Austrians who appear after the recent successes full of self -confidence want to take the next steps in the coming derby against Rapid and take it confidently. In any case, exciting weeks are imminent, while the teams in the fight for the top of the table will continue to give themselves.