Rapid Vienna shocks Dundee in a penalty shootout: Back in UEFA!

Rapid Vienna shocks Dundee in a penalty shootout: Back in UEFA!

On August 15, 2025, Rapid Vienna once again provided an exciting night of football. In the second leg of the UEFA Europa Conference League qualification, the Viennese met Dundee United and finished the game 2-2. This was the second draw in the round, as the same result had already been achieved in the first game. The hosts led by two goals at half-time, but Rapid Vienna did not allow themselves to be discouraged and found their way back into the game.

Bolla Bendegúz was a crucial player and provided an assist that brought the Viennese back into the game. Keresztes also caught the eye by receiving a yellow card, but both players were able to play through the entire game. In the exciting penalty shootout, the Rapid team secured their place in the next round after both Hungarian players were successful as fifth shooters. Overall, Rapid Vienna won 5-4 on penalties and the team took another step towards the next challenges.

The next steps for Rapid Vienna

In the next round, Rapid Vienna will now face Győr, with the first leg taking place in Hungary next Thursday. The second leg will be played on August 28th in Hütteldorf. Bolla Bendegúz has already announced that he will also play in this important match. “There’s something going on!”, you might say, because the team is determined to continue the successful run.

With the win against Dundee United, Rapid Vienna not only thrilled the fans, but also set an example. The players seem to have a good handle on form and the cohesion within the team is noticeable. It remains to be seen how they will fare against Győr, but anticipation is already high.

European competition in football

The level of competition and the performances of Austrian teams are always a hotly debated topic. The results of the UEFA Europa Conference League qualification provide a breath of fresh air in the domestic football scene. In another game, Raków Czestochowa managed to advance to the next round after beating Makkabi Haifa 2-0. There is also potential for exciting games here.

In summary, Rapid Vienna's performance shows that the team is ready to prove itself in international football. The coming days will be crucial and fans can look forward to exciting encounters. Who knows, maybe this team will become a real title contender! For further events in football, we recommend that you also keep an eye on current developments in investment options such as the iShares ETFs in order to stay well informed away from the pitch.

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