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The fate of Austria is making waves even at Rapid. Captain Dejan Ljubicic hopes for a purple rescue – and talks about Frankfurt.
There have already been 332 Vienna derbies between Rapid and Austria. When the next one will rise is completely open. Austria is initially without a license, in the worst case scenario, there is a risk of forced relegation. A scenario that causes excitement even in Hütteldorf.
“It would be a shame if there were no more derby,” said Dejan Ljubicic in the “Today” conversation. “It's something very special for the city, for the whole country and especially for the fans. Even if I'm a real Rapidler, it would be a huge shock. I'm not alone with this opinion. I really hope you will.” don't have to dismount. “
In contrast, the problems of the green-whites seem comparatively harmless. On Sunday they lost their last title chance in a 3-0 draw against Salzburg. “We were very disappointed after our performance, the game just wasn't good,” said Ljubicic. It didn't take many words to lift his colleagues up. “Everyone knows that we missed a chance to get close to Salzburg. I didn't have to talk a lot.”
In any case, the championship seems decided. “In football you never really know. But yes, I assume that Salzburg won't let the title be taken away.”
The new Rapid target is second place. Sturm Graz will come to the Allianz Stadium on Sunday. “A completely different opponent than Salzburg. They prefer to counterattack, close at the back. They wait for the opponent to make mistakes, then snap at the front. But we have to focus on our strengths and show what we missed against Salzburg to let.”
The fact is: Rapid has to rebuild the back team. Maxi Hofmann is suspended, Mateo Barac threatens to be injured. Ljubicic could help out in central defense. “I've already played in this position and performed well. I give my maximum everywhere, no matter where the coach puts me,” said the 23-year-old.
In the summer, Ljubicic will take the plunge abroad. Eintracht Frankfurt shows great interest. The defensive all-rounder does not participate in speculation. “I concentrate fully on Rapid, so I don't want to comment on any clubs. That wouldn't be fair. I'll leave these things to my agent.”
