Imst vs Lustenau - Regionalliga - West

The Regionalliga - West returns to the home ground on May 16, 2026, where Imst and Lustenau will lock horns in a contest that could shape their respective campaigns. The spectacle was once again on show ahead of Nice’s Europa League clash with AS Roma on Thursday, but what was supposed to be a display of power and pride quickly turned into a far more comical scene.

There is plenty riding on this Regionalliga - West encounter for Imst and Lustenau alike, and neither will want to leave the home ground empty-handed. The hosts have been imperious, D in their last five underpinning an elite win rate of 71.43% that marks them out as genuine contenders. On the road the visitors have looked devoid of inspiration, LDLLD in their last five and a win rate of 0% that makes for sobering reading. Goals could be in short supply or plentiful — Imst average 1.71 per game to Lustenau's 0.57, and that gap may dictate the rhythm of the contest. Those who followed Morocco's recent World Cup campaign will recognise the name Ayyoub Bouaddi.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Imst may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Lustenau have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. Amad won possession in the PSG half before laying the ball off for Bryan Mbeumo to score.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. Set-piece specialists and aerial threats on both sides mean dead-ball situations could carry outsized importance. United have looked at their best when he has started as the striker since Carrick took over.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. A share of the spoils looks the most probable outcome, with neither side holding a decisive edge — a 2-2 draw feels like a fitting result. With positions in the Regionalliga - West table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. It is understood that his next move is most likely to take him abroad - and potentially to the Premier League.