Anif vs Union Henndorf Match Recap - Oct 25, 2025

Anif's High-Flying Hopes Grounded as Union Henndorf Prevails in Five-Goal Thriller

In a clash between two teams desperately seeking a foothold in the Landesliga Salzburg, Union Henndorf came away with a crucial 3-2 victory over Anif at Sportzentrum Anif on October 25, 2025. What unfolded was a match that defied earlier predictions, showcasing the unpredictability that defines lower-league football.

Entering the fixture, hopes were high for Anif, fresh off two commanding victories that had momentarily lifted them from the relegation zone. Yet, despite a promising start, they fell short against a Henndorf side that has waded through a swamp of recent struggles. My optimistic forecast of a fervent Anif performance was only partially fulfilled; while they indeed started off strong, it was Henndorf's resilience that proved more decisive.

The match kicked off with an electric atmosphere, as fans from both sides filled the stands, each hoping their team could take a significant step away from the danger of relegation. Anif made an early assertion of their intent. Just 13 minutes in, David Weidinger volleyed a beautifully placed cross into the back of the net, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. Anif, now in the lead, seemed poised to stretch their winning streak to three.

However, Henndorf responded with determination. After steady possession during the first half, they found their equalizer in the 32nd minute when Florian Lichtenberger slotted a low shot past Anif's keeper, leveling the score at 1-1. It was a wake-up call for Anif, but instead of regrouping, they found themselves unraveling as the half drew to a close.

The second half began with Henndorf's momentum carrying into play. Just five minutes after the restart, Luca Basel netted the visitors' second goal, turning the tables with a deft strike inside the box. Anif's players, visibly shaken, struggled to regain their earlier dominance. The home team managed to find a chink in Henndorf's defense, however, with a well-placed header from Maximilian Kofler-the man whose form had ignited hope in recent weeks-tying the match at 2-2 in the 67th minute.

Yet, just as Anif seemed to have recaptured the momentum, their defense faltered again. In the 75th minute, Henndorf's Tobias Riemer scored what would be the match-winner, curling a shot into the far corner. Anif threw players forward in search of an equalizer, but the Henndorf backline held firm, protecting their slender lead until the final whistle.

This defeat leaves Anif in 11th place with 14 points, while Henndorf climbs to 12th with 16 points, pulling themselves closer to safety in the league standings. For Anif, the two recent victories now feel like distant memories, as questions loom over their ability to maintain form in the face of adversity.

As both teams look forward, the stakes loom larger. Anif must find a way to bounce back quickly to avoid slipping back into the relegation battle, while Henndorf, buoyed by their hard-fought victory, will seek to build on this momentum and steer themselves clear of the relegation zone. The autumn chill hangs heavy, but the warmth of hope flickers for both teams-a reminder that in football, every match can rewrite the story.