Friendlies Clubs· Season 2026
Oberwart beat Mattersburg SV 2020 2-1 to win the inaugural Raiffeisen BFV Supercup at Inform-Stadion, with Johannes Polster's 79th-minute header deciding the contest.
Match Analysis
AI SummaryOberwart 2-1 Mattersburg SV 2020: Polster header wins inaugural BFV Supercup
Oberwart claimed the first Raiffeisen BFV Supercup with a 2-1 victory over Mattersburg SV 2020 at the Inform-Stadion on 17 July 2026, adding another trophy to their Burgenland double after May's Cup final win over the same opponents.
Johannes Polster's 79th-minute header decided a contest that had been level at half-time — an own goal from Mattersburg's Lukas Kaiser put Oberwart ahead in the 19th minute, and Daniel Markl's penalty equalised before the break. The result extended Oberwart's dominance over their Burgenland rivals, having beaten them 4-0 in the BFV Cup final two months earlier.
How it unfolded
Oberwart started the sharper side. Leo Vielgut, Lukas Ried and Nermin Bajraktarevic pressed Mattersburg's backline, organised by veteran Christoph Leitgeb, and the pressure told in the 19th minute. Vielgut's delivery into the box was deflected into his own net by Mattersburg defender Lukas Kaiser under pressure from Bajraktarevic.
Mattersburg grew into the half. Justin Strodl and Christoph Halper began to assert themselves in midfield, and the equaliser arrived from the penalty spot in the 36th minute. Joel Kitenge was brought down in the box, and Daniel Markl stepped up to send the goalkeeper the wrong way.
The second half saw Mattersburg take control of possession. They pushed Oberwart deeper and looked the more likely side to find a winner. But with the game drifting towards extra time, Johannes Polster rose highest to meet a cross and powered a header past the Mattersburg keeper in the 79th minute, sparking celebrations among the 450-strong crowd.
The turning point
Mattersburg had been the better side through the second half, forcing Oberwart onto the back foot. Polster's header — a decisive blow against the run of play — left Mattersburg with too little time to mount a response. Coach Alois Höller reflected afterwards: "I think we did really well in the second half, but we just couldn't get the goal," as reported by ORF Burgenland.
Key performers
- Johannes Polster (Oberwart) — introduced himself as the match-winner with a powerful header from close range. His goal decided the Supercup.
- Daniel Markl (Mattersburg) — composed from the penalty spot to level before half-time, showing the nerve that will be needed in Mattersburg's first Regionalliga season.
- Leo Vielgut (Oberwart) — involved in the opening goal and the most dangerous attacking outlet for the hosts in the first half.
- Joel Kitenge (Mattersburg) — won the penalty and was a driving force in midfield as Mattersburg took control after the break.
Player of the match: Johannes Polster — his 79th-minute header secured the trophy.
By the numbers — interpreted
The 2-1 scoreline accurately reflects a tight contest between two sides separated by one league tier. Oberwart's early intensity produced the opening goal, Mattersburg's second-half dominance created the platform for an equaliser, and Polster's header provided the decisive moment. The absence of a second-half equaliser from Mattersburg despite their territorial control suggests Oberwart's defensive organisation held firm.
What it means
Oberwart became the first winners of the Raiffeisen BFV Supercup, a new competition between the Burgenland Cup winner and the Landesliga champion. The trophy follows their 4-0 BFV Cup final victory over Mattersburg on 25 May 2026. Next up is a blockbuster ÖFB-Cup first-round tie at home to Bundesliga champions Red Bull Salzburg on 25 July. "This is a new trophy — and every trophy there is to win, we want to win it," said Oberwart's Philipp Siegl after the match, as reported by ORF.
Mattersburg, promoted to the Regionalliga Ost after winning the Burgenland Energie Landesliga, host Vienna in the ÖFB-Cup first round on the same day. Höller's side showed they can compete with Regionalliga opposition, a promising sign ahead of their first season at the higher level.
Verdict
A fitting Supercup final — competitive, tight, and decided by a single moment of quality. Oberwart have made a habit of beating Mattersburg in 2026, but this was far closer than the Cup final scoreline suggested. Mattersburg's second-half performance offered clear evidence they belong in the Regionalliga. Oberwart, meanwhile, have two trophies in two months and a date with Salzburg to look forward to.
Match Events
Key match events between Oberwart and Mattersburg SV 2020 — 3 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
Penalty
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 21 Jul 2026