Vikings vs. Raiders: This is what we can expect from the big football hit!

Vikings vs. Raiders: This is what we can expect from the big football hit!

The long-awaited “Battle of Austria” is just around the corner! The Vienna Vikings are preparing for their next duel against the Raiders Tirol. The ball will roll on Saturday, June 7th at 6 p.m. in the Generali Arena in Vienna. The anticipation for this exciting meeting between the two Austrian football teams is already palpable. The Vikings are looking to continue their impressive run as they have yet to lose a game this season.

Vikings head coach Chris Calaycay and linebacker Lucky Ogbevoen are optimistic about the challenges ahead. Calaycay points out that the defense is in great shape and only allowed six points in the last game against Rhein Fire. “Our goal will be to stop the Raiders’ running game and activate the pass rush,” said the coach. Ogbevoen, who is a former Raider, emphasized the defense's great team effort.

Match day as a mega event

What makes the game special is its family-friendliness and the many activities surrounding Gameday. There will be a Kids Flag Tournament and an Indianapolis Colts activation area. The Milleniumdancers provide entertainment with a pregame show and cheers. The well-known star DJ Mosaken will also play in the stadium, and a motocross freestyle halftime show promises additional action. The presence of the Austrian Armed Forces will also cause a stir with exciting activities. What more could you want on an afternoon of football?

The duel between the brothers Lucky and Precious Ogbevoen will be particularly interesting. In such a showdown, tension is inevitable. Fans can also look forward to Stefan Maierhofer's debut as a kickoff specialist. A former football player who is now looking for his luck in football - the story of an athlete full of surprises!

Insight into the past season

The Vikings have extended their winning streak to seven wins in seven games. In the first duel of the season a month ago in Vienna, the Vikings clearly won 27:6. This result shows that the team is well adjusted under Calaycay's leadership. In the second leg at the Tivoli Stadium in Innsbruck, where this showdown takes place, the Vikings also showed a strong defense and decided their game with an excellent performance in the second half. Benjamin Straight managed to score a touchdown with an interception, which put pressure on the Raiders' offense that couldn't withstand.

The competition between these two teams has always caused a sensation in the European League of Football (ELF) in the past. Since 2022, the Vikings have won all games in six duels against the Raiders. It remains to be seen whether the Raiders Tirol, who currently have a two-game losing record, can turn the tables.

The games of the ELF teams Vienna Vikings and Raiders Tirol will be broadcast on Austrian free TV on PULS 24, as well as on puls24.at and JOYN. So, for fans who can't be in the stadium live on Saturday, there are plenty of options to follow the big event on the screens.

Anyone who loves the thrill of football will get their money's worth on Saturday in the Generali Arena. And who knows, maybe it will be the next exciting appearance of the Vikings, who are nothing less than leading the league this season. The anticipation is great and the entire city of Vienna is looking forward to this exciting duel!

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