Austria Vienna vs Ostrava Prediction & Betting Tips (14 August)

Austria Vienna enter the second leg of their UEFA Conference League qualifier against Baník Ostrava with a narrow deficit to overturn, having lost 4–3 in the first leg. The Austrian side, led by head coach Stephan Helm, will rely heavily on their attacking trio of Dominik Fitz, Nik Prelec, and Andreas Gruber to deliver the goals needed. Fitz, in particular, has been instrumental in midfield, contributing both creativity and composure. Austria Vienna’s recent form has been mixed, with a 2–2 draw against Blau-Weiß Linz and a 1–2 loss to Hertha BSC in friendlies, but their home advantage at the Generali Arena could be decisive.

Baník Ostrava, meanwhile, arrive in Vienna with confidence after their thrilling first-leg victory. The Czech side has shown resilience in recent fixtures, including a 1–1 draw against Dukla Prague and a 2–2 stalemate with Legia Warsaw. Their attacking prowess was on full display in the first leg, and they’ll look to replicate that energy. Ostrava’s squad, featuring a blend of youth and experience, has been tactically well-drilled, and their coach will likely emphasize compact defending and quick transitions to exploit Austria Vienna’s high line.

Injury concerns for Austria Vienna include long-term absentees Abdoulaye Kanté and Ziad El Sheiwi, both sidelined with cruciate ligament injuries. Despite these setbacks, Helm is expected to field a familiar starting XI, anchored by captain Aleksandar Dragović in defense and S. Radlinger in goal. Ostrava, on the other hand, have no major injury issues reported and will likely stick to the lineup that delivered the first-leg win. The tactical battle will hinge on Austria Vienna’s ability to break down Ostrava’s disciplined shape while avoiding counter-attacking threats.

With the stakes high and both teams capable of producing moments of brilliance, a tightly contested match is expected. Austria Vienna’s home form and attacking depth give them a slight edge, and a 2–1 victory seems a plausible outcome—enough to level the aggregate score and potentially force extra time. The Austrian side must remain vigilant, however, as Ostrava have proven they can strike quickly and efficiently. Expect drama, intensity, and a result that keeps the Conference League dream alive for Austria Vienna.