Prediction: St. Pölten vs Austria Salzburg – Erste Liga – 28/08/2026
Preview
St. Pölten will host Austria Salzburg at the Liberty Stadium on Sunday, 28th August 2026, at 2:00 PM BST in the Erste Liga. St. Pölten currently sits 14th in the standings with 3 points from 5 matches, while Austria Salzburg ranks 5th with 9 points from the same number of games.
St. Pölten has been struggling lately, with a winless streak in their last five matches. They have managed one draw and four defeats, with their most recent outing seeing them lose 1-0 to Austria Salzburg. In their previous match, they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Wacker Innsbruck, while also losing 0-1 to Blau-Weiß Linz and 0-1 to Austria Wien II. Their only point in this period came from a 0-0 draw, although they did lose 1-0 to Floridsdorfer AC.
Austria Salzburg, on the other hand, has been in decent form, with three wins and two defeats in their last five matches. They have been impressive, scoring 10 goals and conceding 6 in this period. Their most recent victory saw them win 3-2 against Kapfenberger SV, while they also secured a 4-1 win over First Vienna and a 2-0 victory over WSPG Wels. However, they did suffer a 3-1 defeat to Austria Wien II and a 1-0 loss to St. Pölten in their most recent outing.
St. Pölten
Fulltime Result
Austria Salzburg
home
39.62%
draw
26.69%
away
33.74%
St. Pölten will host Austria Salzburg on August 28th in the Erste Liga. Our experts believe that St. Pölten's recent form is a cause for concern, having lost three of their last five games, including a 1-0 defeat to Wacker Innsbruck and a 0-1 loss to Blau-Weiß Linz. They also suffered a 0-1 defeat to Austria Wien II and a 1-0 loss to Floridsdorfer AC. However, they did manage to secure a 2-1 victory over Tillmitsch in the Austrian Cup. On the other hand, Austria Salzburg has been impressive, winning three of their last five games, including a 3-2 victory over Kapfenberger SV and a 4-1 win over First Vienna. They also secured a 5-1 win over Wals-Grünau in the Austrian Cup.
In terms of goal difference, St. Pölten's 0-1 defeat to Blau-Weiß Linz and 0-1 defeat to Austria Wien II stand out, with a goal difference of more than three. Austria Salzburg's 3-2 victory over Kapfenberger SV also shows a significant goal difference.
Our experts believe that Austria Salzburg's recent form gives them a slight advantage in this match. They are expected to be the clear favourites, with a slight advantage over St. Pölten. However, St. Pölten cannot be ruled out entirely, as they have shown resilience in their previous matches. A draw is also a possibility, but our experts believe that Austria Salzburg's recent form makes them the more likely winner.
As for key players, there is no information available on any players missing the game for either team. Both teams can count on all their players.
In terms of rumours, there is no information available on any potential issues or controversies surrounding this match.
St. Pölten
Double Chance
Austria Salzburg
draw_home
66.31%
draw_away
60.43%
home_away
73.36%
Our statistical model recommends a Double Chance bet on St. Pölten for the game against Austria Salzburg, considering this a moderate risk bet.
St. Pölten
Both Teams To Score
Austria Salzburg
yes
53%
no
47%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between St. Pölten and Austria Salzburg. In the last five games, St. Pölten scored a total of 4 goals, while Austria Salzburg found the net 11 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
St. Pölten
Over/Under
Austria Salzburg
Over 1.5
yes
74.45%
no
25.55%
Over 2.5
yes
50.77%
no
49.23%
Over 3.5
yes
28.69%
no
71.31%
Over 4.5
yes
16.02%
no
83.98%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between St. Pölten and Austria Salzburg. In the last five games, St. Pölten scored a total of 8 goals, while Austria Salzburg scored 23 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
St. Pölten
St. Pölten x Austria Salzburg Last matches
Austria Salzburg
St. Pölten
40%
Draw
0%
Austria Salzburg
60%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 3.2
Both teams score 60
Goals scored(time 1) 2
Goals scored(time 2) 1.2
Over 2,5 60
Under 2.5 40
St. Pölten
Total results
Austria Salzburg
7 matches
3
wins
/
1
draws
/
3
wins
3
wins
(43%)
1
draws
(14%)
3
wins
(43%)
Recent form
St. Pölten
Wins
2/6 (33.33%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
4/6 (66.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 1.33
Both score 16.67%
Goals scored 0.5
Goals conceded 0.83
Over 2,5 16.67
Less 2,5 83.33
Austrian Cup - 24/07/2026
2. Liga - 31/07/2026
2. Liga - 07/08/2026
2. Liga - 14/08/2026
2. Liga - 21/08/2026
2. Liga - 28/08/2026
Austria Salzburg
Wins
4/6 (66.67%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.83
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 2.5
Goals conceded 1.33
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
Austrian Cup - 25/07/2026
2. Liga - 02/08/2026
2. Liga - 08/08/2026
2. Liga - 15/08/2026
2. Liga - 21/08/2026
2. Liga - 28/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from St. Pölten
St. Pölten is facing a crucial test in the 5th round of the 2026/2027 Erste Liga against Austria Salzburg. The team has been struggling to find its footing, currently sitting at 14th place in the standings with a meager 3 points from 5 games. A closer look at their recent performances reveals a concerning trend - they have failed to secure a win in their last 5 matches, with their only victory coming in a narrow 1-0 win against Austria Salzburg. In their previous matches, St. Pölten has shown glimpses of promise, but ultimately fell short. They were defeated by Wacker Innsbruck, Blau-Weiß Linz, and Austria Wien II, all by a single goal margin. Their most recent outing saw them concede a goal to Floridsdorfer AC, leaving them without a win in their last 5 matches. This lack of consistency and inability to secure victories is a major concern for the team. As they prepare to face Austria Salzburg, St. Pölten will need to regroup and refocus their efforts. They will be looking to break their winless streak and secure their first victory in what has been a disappointing start to the season. With their current form and standings, it will be an uphill battle for St. Pölten, but they will be hoping to spring a surprise and emerge victorious against their opponents.Latest news and statistics from Austria Salzburg
Austria Salzburg is gearing up for the fifth round of the 2026/2027 Erste Liga, and their preparations will be put to the test against St. Pölten. The team currently sits in fifth place with 9 points from 5 games, a respectable start to the season. However, their recent form has been a mixed bag, with a loss to St. Pölten being followed by a win against Kapfenberger SV, a defeat to Austria Wien II, a convincing victory over First Vienna, and a narrow win against WSPG Wels. As Austria Salzburg looks to bounce back from their previous loss, they will need to regroup and refocus their strategy. Their opponents, St. Pölten, will be a tough challenge, and the team will need to be at the top of their game if they hope to secure a positive result. With their recent performances in mind, it will be interesting to see how Austria Salzburg adapts and responds to the pressure of this upcoming match. In terms of recent news, there have been no significant updates or developments that could impact Austria Salzburg's preparations for this match. The team will need to rely on their existing squad and coaching staff to guide them through this challenging period. As the fifth round of the Erste Liga approaches, all eyes will be on Austria Salzburg as they seek to turn their season around and make a push for the top spots in the table.
Where to watch St. Pölten X Austria Salzburg ?
St. Pölten
lineup
Austria Salzburg
Lineup
1.
Christopher Knett
4.
Niklas Szerencsi
5.
Lukas Buchegger
15.
Sondre Skogen
7.
Winfred Amoah
34.
Leomend Krasniqi
8.
Christoph Messerer
22.
El Hadji Mané
28.
Luis Hartwig
11.
Lukas Gabbichler
9.
Jonathan Amon
Lineup
Simon Nesler
1.
Moritz Eder
20.
Tobias Pfeffer
22.
Luca Meisl
55.
Raphael Hofer
19.
Tobias Rohrmoser
2.
Simon Pirkl
60.
Thomas Schandl
6.
Christian Huetz
11.
Christian Gebauer
71.
Tamar Crnkic
70.
Bench
6.
Alexandar Borkovic
18.
Timo Altersberger
20.
Julian Halmich
32.
Marcel Kurz
33.
Valentin Ferstl
Bench
San-Luca Spitali
3.
Denis Kahrimanovic
4.
Nico Lukasser-Weitlaner
9.
Philipp Bauer
13.
Arda Bahadir
17.
Gabriel Marušić
37.
Standings St. Pölten x Austria Salzburg
Regular Season
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W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
#: position
team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
#Promotion
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St. Pölten vs Austria Salzburg FAQ
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The match between St. Pölten and Austria Salzburg will take place on 28/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
St. Pölten vs Austria Salzburg what time?
The game between St. Pölten and Austria Salzburg will start at 17:30 Brasília time on 28/08/2026.
St. Pölten vs Austria Salzburg who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between St. Pölten and Austria Salzburg, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team St. Pölten can be a moderate risk choice.