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Salzburg meets Vienna: showdown under new coach Viveiros!
Today the spusu Vienna Capitals meet EC Red Bull in Salzburg. An important duel under new coach Manny Viveiros.
Salzburg meets Vienna: showdown under new coach Viveiros!
Tonight the time has come: EC Red Bull Salzburg welcomes the spusu Vienna Capitals to the Salzburg Ice Arena. Kick-off is at 7:15 p.m. and the encounter promises to be an exciting duel. It is not only the first home game for new head coach Manny Viveiros, but also an important test for both teams in the fight for the top places in the table.
Salzburg is celebrating the return of Manny Viveiros, who is returning to the Salzach after eleven years. The 59-year-old coach brings international experience and is supported by assistant coach Adam Maglio, with whom he has already celebrated coaching successes in North America. One of his central tasks will be the integration of new players such as Michael Raffl and Devante Stephens, who will bring a breath of fresh air into the team. It remains exciting to see how the dynamic will develop under Viveiros.
Captain Linden Vey and the Capitals' challenge
The Vienna Capitals are relying on continuity. Head coach Gerry Fleming and new captain Linden Vey, who can look back on an impressive 138 NHL games, are highly motivated to lead the team back into the league's top 6. Vey, who will be integrated into the squad as a leader, has a clear vision: “We want to show that we are among the best!”
For the Capitals, the match in Salzburg is also an opportunity to send a strong signal to the competition. After a mixed form - there were recent wins against Ljubljana and Innsbruck, but also a narrow defeat against Pustertal in extra time - a win this evening could bring a turnaround. Sports director Christian Dolezal also emphasized that improved training management is necessary to avoid injuries. Today we will see how well these measures work.
Direct comparison and current form
Both teams face each other in the top third of the table, which makes the encounter even more explosive. A win for the Capitals would not only be important for morale, but could also readjust the balance of power in the league. An exciting duel awaits fans and spectators!
After today's game it will be seen whether Salzburg can successfully reinforce its supremacy, while Vienna will face the Graz99ers on Sunday and Salzburg will be internationally challenged by Odense. The league remains exciting and it remains to be seen how the situation will develop further.