Rapid Vienna faces a crucial hurdle: promotion to the Europa League in sight!

In a dramatic football game in Salzburg on December 7, 2024, 10,356 spectators witnessed a thrilling exchange of blows between SK Salzburg and Rapid Vienna, with a 2-2 draw at the end being the fair balance of this top game. Nicolas Capaldo (34') and Dorgeles Nene (56') initially gave the hosts the lead, but Rapid fought their way back into the game through Jonas Auer (48') and the returning Isak Jansson (74'). vienna.at reported. This division of points left both Salzburg and Rapid without the hoped-for victory in the European Cup preparation. Salzburg are preparing for an important Champions League appearance against Paris St. Germain, while Rapid face Omonia Nicosia in the Conference League on Thursday.

The situation for Rapid already showed before the next Europa League game against Wisla Krakow that the team is in a strong position thanks to the first leg, which they won 2-1 in Poland. This means they only need a draw in the second leg at the Allianz Stadium to progress to the next round. Coach Robert Klauß made it clear that the team would increase the pressure from the start and focus on the home win goal, reported bingj.com. However, this game is classified as a high-risk game as more than 2,000 Wisla fans are expected and the police are preparing for a larger operation.

Beware of Wisla Krakow

The Rapid players are slightly worried about an injured player, Louis Schaub, who was recently sidelined due to illness, but the team is ready to overcome the challenge. Coach Klauß's approach is clear: a dominant game and a controlled performance should ensure that Wisla does not find its way into the game, as was the case in their home game, which ended without a goal. “A difficult opponent awaits,” said Klauß, who wants to see the team well prepared for the next big duel.