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Rapid Vienna edges out Austria Vienna in a thrilling encounter
Rapid Vienna defeated Austria Vienna 2-1 in a captivating match played at the Allianz Stadion in Vienna. The game was characterized by the intensity and fight of both teams, who engaged in a duel with opportunities for both sides.
The first goal of the match came in the 23rd minute when D. Beljo put Rapid Vienna ahead with an assist from J. Auer. However, Rapid’s joy was short-lived, as in the 45th minute, A. Gruber equalized the score for Austria Vienna with a goal assisted by M. Malone.
After the break, Rapid Vienna regained the initiative and in the 60th minute, M. Seidl scored the winning goal for his team with an assist from M. Sangare.
The match was interrupted by a series of yellow cards: M. Sangare (21′), R. Ranftl (54′), Lucas Galvao (80′), D. Fitz (80′), P. Wiesinger (84′) and B. Bolla (90′).
In terms of statistics, Rapid Vienna dominated possession (57%), made more shots (21) and had more shots on target (9), although they also committed more fouls (12).
The victory puts Rapid Vienna in a good position in the standings, while Austria Vienna continue their search for their first win of the season.
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Substitutions austria vienna: at minute 53 P. Wiesinger came in and A. Dragovic went out., at minute 70 M. Huskovic came in and N. Prelec went out., at minute 70 M. Perez Vinlof came in and H. Guenouche went out., at minute 81 M. Raguz came in and M. Fischer went out., at minute 81 M. Wels came in and A. Barry went out.
Substitutions rapid vienna: at minute 71 N. Wurmbrand came in and G. Burgstaller went out., at minute 71 M. Oswald came in and L. Schaub went out., at minute 82 T. Borkeeiet came in and L. Grgic went out., at minute 90 M. Hofmann came in and M. Sangare went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Rapid Vienna
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