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Fantasy fever is also spreading in Austria

Drafting has been underway in countless fantasy leagues around the globe since August.(Bild: MaRu)

From the couch to the virtual match field: the NFL season is just around the corner, and it's not just in the USA that fans are hoping to score points for their "own" team. What's the story behind the US gaming trend, which is also booming more than ever in this country? The "Krone" investigates the Americans' favorite hobby, which has long since become a mass phenomenon.

Without a doubt, soccer is the most popular and widespread sport in Austria, both in terms of spectator numbers and active participation. Almost 500,000 people are active in clubs in this country.