Austria seeks Euro 2026 main round with big win over Faroe Islands

Austria must defeat the Faroe Islands by at least six goals to reach the Euro 2026 main round. After a loss to Finland and a win over Spain, Austria, Finland, Spain and the Faroe Islands each sit on two points, making goal difference the decisive factor. Coaches Lukas Musalek and Peter Wallner emphasised a disciplined defence and the need to neutralise the Faroese forwards Boas Ellefsen and Jonas Fossabrugv.

The match is scheduled for Saturday at 19:30 and will be streamed live on SPORT Krone. Earlier results in the group include Spain's 25‑23 victory over Austria and Austria's 20‑25 loss to Finland, underscoring the importance of a large margin against the Faroe Islands.