SK Rapid Wien II
- SK Rapid Wien II’s overall home form in the 2. Liga is split at 4 wins, 4 draws and 4 defeats from 12 games.
- SK Rapid Wien II have won 3 and lost 2 of their last 5 games.
- Juergen Kerber has done a great job with Rapid II since his appointment as manager in November 2023.
- He has instilled a high-risk, high-reward playing style that allows the club’s talented young players to express themselves on the pitch.
WSG Hertha Wels
- Hertha Wels have won 2, drawn 1 and lost 2 in their last 5.
- Albin Gashi leads the line for Hertha Wels with nine goals in 23 2. Liga matches this term.
- Christian Heinle has made his mark at the club since taking over in July 2025, bringing a more structured, set-piece focused approach that emphasizes defensive compactness and academy integration.
Head-to-Head
When they last met in the 2. Liga five months ago, Hertha Wels took the win at Wels' home by a score of 3-2 .
Key Players
- Moulaye Haidara has scored six goals in 17 2. Liga appearances this season and can get on the scoresheet again for Rapid.
- Albin Gashi leads the line for Hertha Wels with nine goals in 23 2. Liga matches this term.
- The form man is Sebastian Malinowski, who has provided four assists in his last five appearances.
- Manuel Thurnwald has been in fine form for Hertha Wels, scoring three of their last ten goals in the past five games.
Betting Insights
- The odds for a home win are attractive at 3.1 in this spot because Rapid II have been going well of late, but there is a clear tactical contrast to be exploited by Kerber here.
- Rapid II concede an average of 1.33 goals per home match in the 2. Liga this season.
- Hertha Wels score an average of 1.40 goals per away game.
Prediction
Rapid II should win the match, but it is likely to be close as Hertha Wels will sit deep and counter-attack in numbers.
