Wolfsberg vs Velden - Regionalliga - South

The history between Wolfsberg and Velden lends this Regionalliga - South fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on October 9, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. O'Neill made five changes for Celtic's midweek win at St Johnstone as he rested some key players ahead of Sunday's clash.

Both camps will view the Regionalliga - South meeting at the home ground as an opportunity to put a marker down, regardless of where they currently stand. It has been a torrid run for the hosts, L in their last five and a season win rate of just 0% that has the alarm bells ringing. The visitors have been a steady presence on the road, WDWWD in their last five and a campaign win rate of 57.14%. The contrast in attacking output — 0.43 versus 1.71 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. The Reds continue to retain an interest in the midfielder Manu Kone and left-back Lewis Hall, while one remaining high-profile departure this summer could come in the form of Marcus Rashford.

Set-piece efficiency could prove the difference on the night. Both Wolfsberg and Velden have invested time in dead-ball situations this season, and a single corner or free-kick may settle it. Chelsea have been encouraged to consider a surprise move for Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, with former Red Devils midfielder Quinton Fortune believing the Cameroon international could suit their style of football.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. Stuttering starts, goals in every match and plenty of excitement - the Scottish Premiership returned with a bang and there is more to look forward to this weekend.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. With the sides so closely matched, a 2-2 stalemate looks the most likely way this one ends. With positions in the Regionalliga - South table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. A more central role appears likely given the sale of Youri Tielemans to Manchester United and the anterior cruciate ligament injury suffered by Amadou Onana at the World Cup.