Austria Wien reaches third qualifying round of UEFA Conference League after 3-1 win over Liepaja

Austria Wien progressed to the third qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League, winning the second‑leg tie against Latvian side Liepaja 3‑1 (2‑1 on aggregate). After a 2‑0 victory in the first match, the Austrians were reduced to ten men early in the return game when former player Marvin Martins received a red card in the eighth minute. The numerical advantage helped Austria turn the match around, with goals from Jonas Feddersen, Kelvin Boateng and Reinhold Ranftl securing the win.

Coach Stephan Helm praised the team's resilience and noted that the red card was decisive. He also highlighted the upcoming challenge against Israeli club Beitar Jerusalem, whose recent victory over AEK Larnaka sets up a tougher opponent for the Austrian side.