Match Summary
SKN ST. Polten defeated Austria Salzburg 2:1. The match was played in 2. Liga 2025. Goals were scored by L. Meisl 23′ (pen.), F. Perovic 53′, D. Carlson 61′. 5 yellow cards were shown. SKN ST. Polten made 5 substitutions, Austria Salzburg made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between SKN ST. Polten and Austria Salzburg — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: M. Hausjell
Lineups
SKN ST. Polten lined up in a — formation under Cem Sekerlioglu, while Austria Salzburg deployed a — under Christian Schaider.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for SKN ST. Polten is 7.56, compared to — for Austria Salzburg. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. SKN ST. Polten's highest-rated starter is D. Carlson (7.56), while Austria Salzburg's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
SKN ST. Polten deploy 3 defenders rated 7.56 on average, against Austria Salzburg's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
SKN ST. Polten field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Austria Salzburg's 1 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
SKN ST. Polten start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 4 for Austria Salzburg averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 81% for SKN ST. Polten and —% for Austria Salzburg. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of SKN ST. Polten's starting XI is 26.3 (youngest: S. Skogen (25), oldest: M. Stendera (30)), while Austria Salzburg average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
SKN ST. Polten's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for Austria Salzburg. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, SKN ST. Polten have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Austria Salzburg show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
SKN ST. Polten and Austria Salzburg have met 1 times — SKN ST. Polten won 1, Austria Salzburg won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. SKN ST. Polten leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 22 Mar 2026