AustriaRapid started their season at the highest altitude in Europe, playing against Santa Coloma in Andorra where temperatures reached 32°C. The match took place on artificial turf, and despite having several chances, Rapid struggled with efficiency in attack and defensive lapses. They eventually secured a 3:1 victory in the first leg of the Conference League second qualifying round. Key players like Yusuf Demir scored, marking his first goal since returning to the team in February. Despite the win, coach Hoff Thorup expressed dissatisfaction with the performance, emphasizing the need for improvement.
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