ÖFB Cup Quarterfinal Draw: The Matches Are Set
Overview:
The draw for the quarterfinals of the Austrian Cup (ÖFB-Cup) has been made, setting up some intriguing clashes between some of Austria's top football clubs. The eight remaining teams will battle it out for a place in the semifinals, with the matches scheduled to take place on March 14-15, 2023.
Quarterfinal Matchups:
- Red Bull Salzburg vs. SV Ried: The defending champions Red Bull Salzburg will face off against SV Ried, who pulled off an upset in the previous round by defeating Wolfsberger AC.
- LASK vs. Wolfsberger AC: LASK, who won the ÖFB-Cup in 2020, will take on Wolfsberger AC, who will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing defeat in the previous round.
- Austria Wien vs. Sturm Graz: Austria Wien, a record 27-time winner of the ÖFB-Cup, will face Sturm Graz, who are one of the most in-form teams in Austria at the moment.
- Rheindorf Altach vs. FC Juniors OÖ: Rheindorf Altach, who reached the semifinals last year, will face FC Juniors OÖ, who are the only second-division team remaining in the competition.
Analysis:
The quarterfinals of the ÖFB-Cup promise to be full of excitement and drama. Red Bull Salzburg will be the heavy favorites to progress to the semifinals, but they will need to be wary of a determined SV Ried side. LASK will also be fancied to beat Wolfsberger AC, but the Carinthians will be hoping to cause another upset.
The match between Austria Wien and Sturm Graz is a mouthwatering clash between two of Austria's most historic clubs. Austria Wien will be looking to end their long wait for a major trophy, while Sturm Graz will be hoping to add to their recent success.
Rheindorf Altach vs. FC Juniors OÖ is the most open of the quarterfinals. Altach will be hoping to use their experience to overcome the challenge of the second-division side, but Juniors OÖ will be full of confidence after their impressive run to the quarterfinals.
Conclusion:
The quarterfinals of the ÖFB-Cup are set to provide plenty of entertainment for Austrian football fans. With some of the country's top clubs in action, there is sure to be plenty of drama and excitement. The matches will be played on March 14-15, 2023, and the winners will progress to the semifinals.
