Poland vs Austria: Everything To Know

Poland vs Austria 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know

Date and Time:

The match took place on June 21, 2024, at Olympiastadion Berlin, Berlin.

First Half:

1. Austria Strikes Early (0-1):
   • 9:48 minutes: The match kicked off with Austria also showing intent. Gernot Trauner capitalized on a set piece, rising above the defense to head the ball into the net. Austria took the lead.
   • Midfield Battle: Austria’s midfield trio Baumgartlinger, Schlager, and also Laimer controlled possession. Their quick passing disrupted Poland’s defensive shape.
2. Piatek Levels the Score (1-1):
   • 29:37 minutes: Poland responded. A well-executed counter-attack led by Zielinski found Krzysztof Piatek in the box. Piatek’s clinical finish beat the Austrian goalkeeper. The crowd erupted as Poland equalized.

Second Half:

1. Baumgartner’s Brilliance (1-2):
   • The second half intensified. Austria pressed higher, exploiting gaps in Poland’s defense.
   •  Christoph Baumgartner received a threaded pass from Schlager. His first touch set him up perfectly, and he also calmly slotted the ball past the diving keeper. Austria regained the lead.
2. Arnautovic’s Penalty Seals Victory (1-3):
   • Poland pushed forward, seeking an equalizer. But Austria’s defense held firm.
   • 77:50 minutes: Marko Arnautovic was fouled inside the box. He stepped up to take the penalty and also buried it in the bottom corner. Austria secured a crucial win.

Tactical Adjustments and Drama:

• Austria’s high press disrupted Poland’s passing lanes.
• Poland missed the presence of Lewandowski, who also started on the bench.
• Yellow cards were shown as tempers flared.

Result:

Austria secured a vital win, defeating Poland with a score of 3-1.

Key Events:

• • At 9:48 minutes, Gernot Trauner of Austria scored the opening goal.
  • Also At 29:37 minutes, Krzysztof Piatek of Poland leveled the score.
  • At 65:00 minutes, Christoph Baumgartner of Austria regained the lead.
  • And also At 77:50 minutes, Marko Arnautovic of Austria sealed the victory with a penalty.

Statistics:

• • Poland: Yellow Cards (4), Shots on Target (3), Ball Possession (44%)
  • Austria: Yellow Cards (2), Shots on Target (9), Also Ball Possession (56%)

Head-to-head record:

• Matches Played: The two teams have faced each other 11 times.
• Wins:
  • Poland: 6 wins
  • Also Austria: 3 wins
• Draws: 2 matches ended in a draw.
• Last Meeting: The most recent encounter was in 2019, also resulting in a draw.