SC Austria Lustenau 2-1 SKU Ertl Glas Amstetten: Hosts Hold On After Early Dominance

SC Austria Lustenau returned to winning ways with a 2-1 victory over SKU Ertl Glas Amstetten at the Reichshofstadion on May 14, 2026. Lustenau raced into a two‑goal lead inside the first 25 minutes, then withstood a second‑half fightback from Amstetten to secure a crucial three points in their battle against relegation. The win lifted Lustenau out of the bottom two.

Match Overview

Lustenau, under the guidance of coach Markus Mader, produced their most efficient opening period of the season. Quick transitions and clinical finishing put them firmly in control. Amstetten, who had lost only two of their previous eight matches, struggled to find their rhythm until a goal just after the hour mark set up a frantic finish. Despite sustained pressure, Amstetten could not find an equaliser.

Key Moments

• 11′ – Goal (1-0): Lustenau’s left‑back Tobias Berger rose highest at the far post to head a corner past the helpless Amstetten keeper.
• 24′ – Goal (2-0): A swift counter‑attack ended with striker Ronivaldo drilling a low shot into the bottom corner from 12 yards.
• 61′ – Goal (2-1): Amstetten’s centre‑back David Peham nodded in from a free‑kick, giving his side a lifeline.
• 78′ – Amstetten chance: Substitute Leon Köstenbauer hit the post from inside the box after a scramble from a corner.

Tactical Story

Lustenau sat deep after going two goals up, inviting Amstetten to dominate possession – a dangerous game that almost backfired. The home side’s midfield trio worked tirelessly to close down spaces, but Amstetten’s direct approach created several set‑piece opportunities. Lustenau’s goalkeeper Domenik Schierl made three crucial saves in the final twenty minutes to preserve the lead.

Standout Performers

• Ronivaldo (Lustenau): The veteran Brazilian forward scored one and led the line with typical tenacity.
• Tobias Berger (Lustenau): His early goal set the tone, and defensively he dealt well with Amstetten’s pace.
• David Peham (Amstetten): Scored his side’s only goal and was a constant threat from set pieces.

Impact on the Standings

Lustenau climbed to 14th position with 31 points, moving one point clear of the relegation play‑off place. Amstetten remained 11th with 37 points, still comfortably mid‑table but missing a chance to push into the top half. The victory was a major morale boost for Lustenau in their fight for survival.