The sixth week of the ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga delivered exciting results, highlighted by SK Sturm Graz's continued dominance at the top of the table. SKN St. Pölten and FK Austria Wien both secured significant victories, while SK Rapid marked a historic milestone with their inaugural win in the league. These outcomes have intensified the competition as teams vie for crucial positions and European qualification.
ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga: Key Matches and Standings Update
In a thrilling display of football on September 15, 2026, the ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga saw several compelling matchups. SK Sturm Graz solidified their leading position with an emphatic 4-0 away victory against FC Blau-Weiß Linz Kleinmünchen. Graz academy product Julia Keutz was the star, netting an impressive hat-trick, her first since joining the senior squad in 2019. Midfielder Sophie Maierhofer also contributed with a goal in the 17th minute, underscoring Graz's offensive prowess. This win keeps Graz one point clear at the top, with striker Brigitta Pulins leading the Golden Boot race with seven goals. Linz, conversely, finds themselves in second-to-last place.
FK Austria Wien delivered a commanding performance, triumphing 5-0 over SpG Südburgenland/TSV Hartberg. Tatjana Wiess opened the scoring early, followed by a goal from Austrian veteran Carina Wenninger before halftime. The second half saw young talent Almedina Sisic, returning from injury, score a powerful long-range goal, with Patricia Pfanner and 17-year-old Nina-Katrin Pichler completing the rout. Austria Wien remains third in the league, six points behind Graz with a game in hand, while Südburgenland languishes at the bottom, facing increasing relegation pressure.
SKN St. Pölten secured a comfortable 4-1 victory against First Vienna FC 1894 in the capital. Victoria Laino and Fanny Vago, who scored twice, were instrumental in Pölten's win. Lilah Havel of First Vienna managed to breach Pölten's defense, marking the first goal conceded by Pölten this season, but it wasn't enough to stem the tide. Alma Aagaard also found the net, bringing the score to 4-1. Pölten, with an undefeated record and 12 goals scored against only one conceded, remains hot on Graz's heels, with manager Laurent Fassotte confident about their title aspirations.
A significant moment unfolded in Hütteldorf as SK Rapid claimed their first-ever ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga victory, defeating LASK 2-1 on the Allianz training pitch. Debutante Lana Khalaf was the hero, scoring both goals for Rapid, including a crucial brace. Although Estonian international Katrin Kirpu scored a spectacular goal for LASK, it wasn't enough to secure points. This historic win propels Rapid to sixth place, providing a much-needed boost for the newly promoted side.
Finally, FC Red Bull Salzburg faced a strong SCR Altach side, who secured a 3-1 win. Petra Mikulica continued her remarkable form with a first-half hat-trick, asserting her status as one of the league's top players. Despite Julia Grünwald's effort for Red Bull, they couldn't mount a comeback. Salzburg now sits in seventh place, with coach Dusan Pavlovic aiming for an improved performance to replicate their success from the previous season, which saw them reach the ÖFB Cup final and narrowly miss European qualification.
The latest round of matches in the ÖFB-Frauen Bundesliga underscores the league's competitive nature and the evolving landscape of women's football in Austria. The consistent performance of teams like Graz and Pölten sets a high standard, while the historic victory for Rapid demonstrates the growing strength and depth across the league. The individual brilliance of players like Julia Keutz, Petra Mikulica, and Lana Khalaf highlights the rising talent in the sport. As the season progresses, every match will be critical in shaping the final standings and determining which teams will achieve their seasonal objectives, from championship contention to avoiding relegation. The focus on developing young talent and integrating experienced players bodes well for the future of Austrian women's football.
