In the Puster Valley

Pioneers must confirm their second win of the season

The 3:1 away win at Asiago was a load off the Pioneers Vorarlberg's minds. But one thing is clear - this result must be confirmed. Preferably on Tuesday in their next game away from home, when they face the local Wolves in Pustertal. And they have been very "biting" of late.

"We've had a tough few weeks and really needed these three points as a team," said Pioneers Vorarlberg head coach Dylan Stanley after his team's 3:1 away win at Asiago.

That's right! The Ländle-Cracks had had to wait for a full success since the 4:3 home win against Fehervar on September 21 - six times in a row they had left the ice as losers. A success that was important for the psyche - but one that must be confirmed today when they face the Pustertaler Wölfe away from home at 7.45 pm.

Four wins in the last five games
A look at the statistics shows that the South Tyroleans are no snack opponents and are getting better and better after a weak start. Head coach Jason Jasper's team celebrated a 4:2 win at the Vienna Capitals on Saturday, winning a total of four of its last five games and also beating the reigning champions Salzburg in overtime. The Wolves are also ahead in the Head-2-Head with the Pioneers: five wins against three defeats - goal difference: 28:15.