Match Summary
Rapid Vienna defeated WSG Wattens 2:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2023. Goals were scored by M. Seidl 50′, M. Grüll 74′, M. Moormann 90′ (o.g.). 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. WSG Wattens had 55% possession while Rapid Vienna held 45%. WSG Wattens had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 20 (7 on target) for Rapid Vienna. WSG Wattens made 5 substitutions, Rapid Vienna made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Mahamadou Diarra 79′), Card upgrade (Terence Kongolo 86′).
Match Events
Key match events between WSG Wattens and Rapid Vienna — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: N. Kühn
assist: T. Kongolo
Own Goal
Match Statistics
WSG Wattens had 55% possession against Rapid Vienna's 45%. WSG Wattens registered 15 shots (3 on target) while Rapid Vienna managed 20 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 11–12.
Lineups
WSG Wattens lined up in a 4-3-2-1 formation under T. Silberberger, while Rapid Vienna deployed a 4-2-3-1 under R. Klauß.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for WSG Wattens is 6.88, compared to 7.06 for Rapid Vienna. 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. WSG Wattens's highest-rated starter is M. Taferner (7.12), while Rapid Vienna's best-rated player is N. Hedl (7.07).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of WSG Wattens have contributed 1 goals and 3 assists this season, led by M. Taferner (1G). Rapid Vienna's starters account for 2 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by M. Seidl (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
WSG Wattens deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Rapid Vienna's 4-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
WSG Wattens field 5 midfielders averaging 7.12, versus Rapid Vienna's 5 rated 7.05. 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
WSG Wattens start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.00, compared to 1 for Rapid Vienna 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.
Discipline
WSG Wattens's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Rapid Vienna. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of WSG Wattens's starting XI is 23.0 (youngest: M. Diarra (22), oldest: M. Taferner (24)), while Rapid Vienna average 24.0 (youngest: N. Hedl (24), oldest: N. Hedl (24)). 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
WSG Wattens's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 17 for Rapid Vienna. 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, WSG Wattens have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Rapid Vienna show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
WSG Wattens and Rapid Vienna have met 2 times — WSG Wattens won 0, Rapid Vienna won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Rapid Vienna leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (2 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026