Austria vs Cyprus: World Cup Qualifier Showdown! Will Austria Dominate?

Group H of the World Cup qualifiers is heating up, and Austria faces Cyprus in a crucial match at the Raiffeisen Arena. With Bosnia & Herzegovina already racking up points, Austria needs a win to stay in contention. Can they deliver?

Austria's World Cup Dream

Ralf Rangnick's Austrian squad has started strong, with convincing wins against San Marino and Romania. A victory against Cyprus would propel them to the top of the group and boost their confidence for tougher challenges ahead. Austria hasn't reached the World Cup since 1998, and this qualification group presents a golden opportunity.

Cyprus's Uphill Battle

Cyprus secured a win against San Marino, but faces a daunting task against Austria. Historically, Cyprus has struggled in away matches, with only one win in their last 20+ attempts. Can they pull off a surprise and upset the odds?

Odds Heavily Favor Austria

Bookmakers are heavily favoring Austria, with extremely short odds. A draw is priced at 10/1, while a Cyprus victory is a long shot at 25/1. Will Austria live up to the expectations?

Historical Context

Austria and Cyprus have a history of encounters, but their last match was a friendly back in 2005, which Cyprus surprisingly won. Prior to that, Austria dominated with convincing victories. Which team will rewrite history?

Key Players and Absences

Austria will miss key players like Wober, Friedl, and Trauner due to injuries. However, the presence of Marko Arnautovic provides a significant attacking threat. His performance will be crucial for Austria's success.

This match promises to be a compelling contest. Will Austria secure a comfortable victory, or can Cyprus spring a major surprise? Stay tuned for the full coverage!