Rapid's secret derby strategy: fans in incognito use!

Rapid's secret derby strategy: fans in incognito use!

The 344th Viennese derby between Rapid and Austria is accompanied by a shadow: fan power and unauthorized actions in the stadium not only spoil the sporting performance, but also the safety of the audience. Despite the strict security precautions, some Rapid fans managed to appear incognito in the stadium, while the official fan scene remained banished due to a mutual agreement. According to krone.at , the club officials from Rapid, including President Alexander Wrabetz, have remained respectfully at home, which underlines the lawfulness of the prohibition. The derby atmosphere was nevertheless characterized by the potential for conflicts, since some “sleepers”, passionate fans came to tickets with purple contacts.

The 343rd edition of the Vienna Derbys the day before felt like one for the rapid supporters. The association secured the lead with a 2-1 win, but the sporting pleasure was clouded by ranging chaos. Violence caught the field when the police came to tumult and a commitment of the police, as The press reports . Rakets, firecrackers and throwing floors could be seen at every end what triggered concern with the investigative authorities. At least one injured person was reported and the Bundesliga checks possible consequences, including possible points deductions or spectators.

emotional roller coaster in the stadium

The sporty performance of the rapid players, however, was remarkable: in the 23rd minute they managed to take the lead through a happy header from Beljo. However, the joy was mitigated by a goal of Austria in the last minute of the first half before Seidl finally scored the victory goal for Rapid. Regardless of the repeated incidents of bottles and other objects that were thrown during the game, the performance on the field was impressive. "It remains to be seen how the Situation is treated after this derby," summarizes Together, while Rapid focuses on the next challenge that is at stake and at the same time reflects the past.