Viennese of the week

For us, you are already Europe’s No. 1

A wave of soccer euphoria has gripped the whole country. On Tuesday, the national team plays Turkey in the round of 16. Whatever the final outcome, for us the players are already the Viennese of the week!

It feels like it's been an eternity since soccer has inspired an entire country with such enthusiasm. Our national team can do it. With unbridled will, running power, joy of playing - all for one, one for all.

The musketeers on the pitch inspire fans at home and abroad. With the Vienna-born players Arnautovic, Querfeld, Mwene, Weimann, Wöber, Daniliuc and Hedl, the capital is strongly represented in the European Championship squad. And let's not forget David Alaba. The captain of the Hearts is injured and cannot play. But he sits on the bench, cheers the team on, gives tactical tips and builds morale. And celebrates every victory exuberantly.

But this tournament is no place for petty federalist jealousies. All team players, from Bodensee to Neusiedler See, are our Viennese of the week. You are already Europe's number one for us. You make us proud. Austria, a soccer nation. Keep up the good work. We are keeping our fingers crossed.