Austria Wien II
- Austria Wien II have three wins and two defeats in their last five matches.
- They arrive on the back of a two-game winning streak.
- The Young Violets sit third in the 2. Liga with 15 points from eight matches.
- Recent wins include a 4-1 home victory over Rapid Wien II and a 1-0 win at Kapfenberger SV.
- Marco Hausjell has been the main goals outlet, with four goals in seven league games.
Hertha Wels
- Hertha Wels have two wins and three defeats in their last five games.
- They are placed 14th with seven points, reflecting a sluggish start.
- Manager Markus Lackner has implemented a pragmatic, compact approach focused on quick transitions.
- Sebastian Malinowski has three goals in seven, while Oliver Kregar has two in five.
- Recent results include a heavy 4-1 loss away to FC Blau-Weiss Linz, a 1-3 home defeat to First Vienna, and a 1-0 win over SW Bregenz.
Recent Meetings
- Austria Wien II have won the last two meetings between the clubs.
- Hertha Wels also failed to win their previous away match against Austria Wien II.
Who to watch
- Marco Hausjell - the most reliable route to goals for Austria Wien II with four goals in seven league games.
- Christopher Wernitznig - has contributed three assists in seven games and adds creativity for the hosts.
- Sebastian Malinowski - Hertha Wels’ leading scorer so far with three goals in seven.
- Oliver Kregar - offers a different threat with two goals in five and can pounce on transitions.
Market notes
- Austria Wien II are priced as 2.18 favorites to beat Hertha Wels.
- The match looks suited to over 2.5 goals (odds 1.61) and both teams to score (odds 1.51) as attractive alternatives.
- Home advantage could be significant in this league, and Austria Wien II have momentum from recent wins.
- Hertha Wels’ away record shows one win, one draw and one defeat from three away games this season.
- The stylistic matchup - a measured host against a compact, quick-attack visitor - suggests chances for counters and goals.
Final view
- Austria Wien II should have the edge and are expected to shade a close game thanks to form and home advantage.
- The main call is to back the home side to win, while over 2.5 goals and both teams to score are sensible secondary options.
- Expect Austria Wien II to control the first half but for Hertha Wels to threaten on the break, keeping the scoreline competitive.