"Journey into the unknown"

Altach’s Cup opponent doesn’t taste good to the coach

Every year again! As in September 2023, Admiral women's Bundesliga side SCR Altach will face second-division side FC Pinzgau Saalfelden in the first round of the ÖFB Cup on Sunday. Although they won clearly last year, the Rheindörfler camp is not very happy with the draw.

"I don't really like it when we have to embark on a journey into the unknown," said Bernhard Summer, coach of the Altach women, who has to face second-division side FC Pinzgau Saalfelden in the first round of the ÖFB Cup today (15). "Of course, we tried to find information and video footage to analyze beforehand, but they've replaced a large part of the team compared to last year."

Rotation, but no B-eleven
The team from Rheindörfler already faced Salzburg in the cup opener back then, but won 5:2 without any problems. "Of course, that's the clear goal again this time," explained Summer, who will certainly rotate the squad a little. "But it certainly won't be a 'B' team, as we have a lot of good players across the board."

New signing Selma Pajazetovic, who has been diagnosed with myocarditis, will definitely not be involved. "Fortunately, it was discovered," says Summer with relief. "What's important now is that she recovers well and gets completely healthy again."