Poland vs Austria: Euro 2024 - LIVE!
Poland and Austria are both looking to earn their first points at Euro 2024 as they play in Berlin tonight. Austria played aggressively but lost narrowly to France in their first Group D match, while Poland had a lead against the Netherlands but still could not secure a win.
Robert Lewandowski might make a comeback from his injury, which would be a big help for his national team. He missed the last game, but with a crucial match against France coming up, Poland understands that they probably have to win in order to have a chance at making it to the next round of the European Championship for only the second time.
Austria has been performing well under Ralf Rangnick, their energetic playing style creating difficulties for opponents since the ex-Manchester United manager took over. They have only advanced past the group stage at the Euros once before, but they are expected to have a good chance of doing it again if they win this match. Stay up to date with all the excitement by following Standard Sport's LIVE blog!
Recent updates on the Poland and Austria match
Poland Strikes Back!
It may not be the most aesthetically pleasing sight, but Poland doesn't mind at all.
You were worried about them at the beginning of the game, but now they are doing well.
Austria Ahead In The Game..
Austria made a strong beginning, while Poland found it difficult to break free.
It was no shock when the first goal was scored, with Trauner confidently nodding the ball into the net near Szczesny.
Poland Ties Austria 1-1
Zielinski put in a strong free-kick, but it was deflected out for a corner. This is likely the last play of the half.
Pentz asserts that the game is only halfway over.
Another fun 45-minute period at Euro 2024 with the outcome still uncertain.
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After 45 minutes, Slisz falls to the ground, and the referee looks at him for approximately five seconds before awarding the free-kick.
Poland has a good opportunity now, 25 yards away from the goal. Slisz did a good job of exaggerating the contact to earn the referee's decision.
One more minute is being added on - this will be the last play.
42 minutes into the game, Sabitzer, feeling hopeful, takes a shot at the goal from a distance of 25 yards.
Szczesny was prepared for it, retracting his hands just in time as the ball veered off course.
39 minutes into the game and Austria has a great opportunity to score on the break, with three players advancing against two defenders.
Passed to Sabitzer, he moves onto his dominant foot but the shot goes directly to Szczesny and the chance is missed. Poland's defense was caught off guard, but they manage to hold on.
36 minutes into the match, Austria is slowly constructing their attack, but they are not making much progress towards the goal.
Poland will be very happy with the current situation, especially if they can have Lewandowski play for about 20 minutes in the second half.
33 minutes have passed: Polish fans are jumping up and down with excitement now, that goal has reignited their energy.
Austria has slowed down and lost some of their energy since the beginning of the game, while Poland has done a good job of picking up their pace and responding effectively.
Krzysztof Piatek Scores As Poland Draws With Austria
Frankowski ran quickly down the right side of the field, entered the penalty area, and attempted to pass the ball in front of the goal. The ball was deflected out of bounds, resulting in a corner kick.
At first, everything seemed calm, but soon there was mayhem in Austria. There were some impressive defensive moves, but ultimately Piatek managed to score by slotting the ball into the bottom corner.
27 minutes in: Poland is playing excellent football, successfully passing their way out of pressure in their own defensive area. The team is showing significant improvement.
And just like that, they give the ball away in the middle of the field. Despite this setback, there are positive indications that they are starting to find their rhythm in the game after a challenging start.
