In the regional league

Austria back on the road to success in top match

Austria celebrated a home win.(Bild: Andreas Tröster)

Salzburg's Austria took a big step towards the championship on Saturday. After losing to Hohenems last week, the Violets had reason to celebrate again this time in Maxglan. After falling behind, they won 4:2 against Altach Juniors, while Grünau had to settle for a draw and St. Johann lost.

The 1000 or so spectators at the Max Aicher Stadium in Maxglan were treated to a top-level regional league match. Among the fans were two of Austria's 90s legends - Heimo Pfeifenberger and Leo Lainer stopped by. The game had a lot to offer and a deserved winner in the end. After trailing 2:1, the league leaders turned the game around in the final ten minutes to win 4:2, with Marinko Sorda scoring the decisive goal. "Simply awesome with this incredible atmosphere," said the midfielder jubilantly. Austria are six points ahead of their closest rivals Hohenems in the table.

Only a draw despite taking the lead

However, the Vorarlberg side also won their home game, beating St. Johann 3:1. The score was still 1:1 at the break, but then the home side stepped up the pace. 

Grünau had to settle for a 1-1 draw against basement dwellers Dornbirn despite taking a 1-0 lead. The Walsers are in seventh place.