LIVESTREAM Austria: Swarco Raiders @ Danube Dragons, May 3, 14:00 CET (2 pm, 9 am EDT)

AFI | American Football | 05/03/2025

Graphic: Dante Bustos

The Danube Dragons (3-1) host the Swarco Raiders Tirol (1-3) at Donaufeld on Saturday May 3 in an Austrian Football League clash, with both teams eager to rebound from agonizing Week 4 losses in a critical midseason showdown.

Dragons aim to reignite winning formula
After a 13-7 derby defeat at the hands of the AFC Vienna Vikings snapped their unbeaten start, the Dragons seek to leverage home-field advantage. Assistant coach Florian Pos highlighted their readiness: “The Raiders will arrive confident, but at Donaufeld, with our fans, you have to beat us first.”

Raiders capitalize on growing momentum
Despite a 1-3 record, Tirol’s narrow 23-24 loss to the Graz Giants showcased their upward trajectory. Head coach Dominik Bauer stressed discipline: “Turnovers cost us last time against the Dragons. Minimize errors, and we can compete.”

Physicality and focus in the spotlight
The Dragons’ defense, which held the Raiders to 14 points in a Week 1 win, faces a tougher challenge against Tirol’s revitalized offense. With playoff implications looming, this clash hinges on execution under pressure—and which team harnesses their frustration into focus.