Austria to Face Spain in Round of 16 with Gegenpressing
Austria returns to the World Cup after 28 years and will face Spain in the round of 16. Coach Ralf Rangnick has equipped the side with an intense Gegenpressing approach, employing a four‑back line that can shift to a three‑defender shape when needed.
The team aims to win the ball back within five seconds after loss and launch counter‑attacks that finish within ten seconds. This high‑press strategy seeks to replicate Austria’s strong group‑stage displays.
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