Vienna Completes Comeback Win Over LASK in Frauen Bundesliga Finale

Linz, Austria – First Vienna FC secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over LASK in the final match of the Frauen Bundesliga’s Grunddurchgang (regular season) on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The Döblingerinnen overcame an early deficit to claim a deserved win at the Verbandsanlage des OÖFV. The result concludes the first phase of the league season, setting the stage for the championship rounds.

Heading into the match, both teams were looking to finish the Grunddurchgang on a high note. Vienna, under the guidance of Mark Dobrounig, made two changes to their starting lineup, with Pötzl and Havel replacing Seidl and Laaksonen.

Unhurried Start for Vienna

The match began poorly for the visitors. Just six minutes into the contest, LASK’s Švíbková capitalized on a defensive lapse, scoring from close range after a failed clearance by Vienna defender Kovar. The early goal put Vienna on the back foot, and they initially struggled to uncover their rhythm.

Quick Response and Growing Pressure

Vienna demonstrated resilience, quickly leveling the score in the 12th minute. Havel was expertly played through on goal and calmly chipped the LASK goalkeeper to make it 1-1. This goal shifted the momentum, and Vienna began to assert more control over the game.

The equalizer instilled confidence in the Vienna side, who started to dominate possession and push forward with increasing intent. They began to pressure the LASK defense, creating several dangerous opportunities.

Defensive Stands and Near Misses

Despite their attacking prowess, Vienna faced a stern defensive test. In the 22nd minute, a miscommunication between Osl and Kovar allowed Němcová a clear shot on goal, but Gebert made a crucial intervention to clear the danger. Shortly after, LASK’s Räämet headed a corner towards goal, but Kovar was on hand to make a goal-line clearance, preventing the home side from regaining the lead.

Vienna Takes the Lead Before Halftime

Vienna’s persistence paid off in the 30th minute. Sarac stepped up to take a free kick, which was initially blocked by the wall. However, she reacted quickly to the rebound, firing a low shot from around 20 meters into the bottom corner, giving Vienna a 2-1 advantage.

Before the break, Sarac threatened again, striking a corner directly towards goal in the 36th minute, but the LASK goalkeeper managed to make a last-ditch save.

Vienna entered halftime with a narrow but well-deserved 2-1 lead.

Second-Half Surge and Penalty Decision

Vienna started the second half with purpose. In the 56th minute, Sarac was fouled inside the penalty area, and the referee immediately awarded a penalty. Osl confidently stepped up and converted the spot-kick, extending Vienna’s lead to 3-1.

Fresh Legs and Continued Threat

Shortly after the penalty, Vienna made a double substitution, bringing on Wasser and Höcherl for Havel and Pötzl in the 59th minute. These changes injected fresh energy into the team, and they continued to create chances.

In the 62nd minute, a cross from Lueger nearly found the back of the net, but the LASK goalkeeper intervened. Moments later, Höcherl tested the keeper with a direct free kick, which was also saved.

Substitutions and a Brief LASK Resurgence

Further substitutions followed in the 66th minute, with Laaksonen and Seidl replacing Osl and Sarac, both of whom were forced off with injuries. This period saw Vienna lose some control of the game as LASK attempted to mount a comeback.

LASK Pulls One Back – Vienna Holds On

LASK reduced the deficit in the 73rd minute when a corner kick from Wagner took a deflection off the wind and looped into the net, making it 3-2. The goal injected some tension into the closing stages of the match.

However, Vienna remained resolute in defense, successfully thwarting LASK’s attempts to find an equalizer. Fankhauser entered the game in the 81st minute, replacing Lueger, as Vienna looked to see out the game.

Deserved Victory for Vienna

Vienna secured a deserved 3-2 away victory, successfully concluding the Grunddurchgang.

LASK vs. First Vienna FC 1894 2:3 (1:2)

ADMIRAL Frauen Bundesliga, 18. Runde
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 13:00 Uhr (Central European Time)
Verbandsanlage des OÖFV

Tore: 1:0 Švíbková (6.), 1:1 Havel (12.), 1:2 Sarac (30.), 1:3 Osl (56.), 2:3 Wagner (73.)

Vienna: Grabenhofer, Osl (66. Laaksonen), Lueger (81. Fankhauser), Kerschbaumer, Kovar, Pfanner, Hahn, Havel (59. Höcherl), Sarac (66. Seidl), Pötzl (59. Wasser), Gebert

With the Grunddurchgang now complete, Vienna will look ahead to the next phase of the ADMIRAL Frauen Bundesliga season. Details regarding the schedule and opponents will be announced by the league in due course. Fans can stay updated on the latest news and information through the official Vienna FC website and social media channels.