LIVESTREAM Austria: Danube Dragons @ AFC Vienna Vikings, April 25, 18:30 CET (6:30 pm. 12:30 pm ET)

AFI | AFC Vienna Vikings | 04/25/2025

The AFC Vienna Vikings (2-1) face their crosstown rivals, the unbeaten Danube Dragons (3-0), in a high-stakes Austrian Football League showdown on Friday, May 3, at the Ravelin Football Center. This Vienna derby pits the league’s top defense against its hottest offense under the Friday night lights.

Vikings’ defensive fortress
Vienna’s defense has been impenetrable, surrendering just seven points across three games—a league-best mark. Head coach Benjamin Sobotka emphasized discipline as critical against the Dragons’ explosive attack: “We need to play consistent Viking football for four quarters. With our fans, we’ll give everything to win.”

Dragons’ unbeaten momentum
Quarterback Alexander Reischl leads the Dragons’ 3-0 charge, averaging 28 points per game. Assistant coach Florian Pos acknowledged the rivalry’s weight: “It’s green vs. purple—a long story. We’ve proven we can win this derby, but we’re focused week-to-week for playoffs.”

Key factors in the trenches
The Vikings’ secondary, anchored by safety Lukas Stiegler, must contain Reischl’s connection with star receiver Tim Hansel. For the Dragons, neutralizing Vienna’s pass rush—led by DE Markus Koch (4.5 sacks)—will test their O-line’s cohesion.

Legacy on the line
While the Dragons enter as slight favorites, the Vikings’ home-field advantage and defensive prowess could disrupt Reischl’s rhythm. With playoff positioning at stake, this clash of styles—Vienna’s grit vs. Danube’s firepower—promises to define the AFL’s early-season hierarchy.