By ley16 
Rapid Wien will host FC København in the UEFA Europa Conference League Group Stage Round 6.
The match, scheduled for December 20, 2024, at Allianz Stadion in Vienna, Austria, promises a thrilling contest as both teams aim to solidify their positions in the group standings.
Rapid Wien looks to take advantage of home support, while FC København brings its rich European experience to the table.
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Team News
Rapid Wien
The Austrian side is in solid form, showing resilience throughout the group stages. Coach Zoran Barišić is expected to field his strongest XI as the team pushes for qualification to the knockout stages. Injuries to key players, however, might force tactical adjustments.
Unavailable Players:
- Lukas Sulzbacher (injury)
- Thierno Ballo (suspension)
FC København
The Danish side has displayed their typical tenacity in the competition. Manager Jacob Neestrup will rely on his experienced core but will need to address defensive frailties seen in previous games.
Unavailable Players:
- Valdemar Lund Jensen (injury)
- Elias Achouri (doubtful)
Rapid Wien vs F.C. København Lineups
| Rapid Wien | FC København |
|---|---|
| Formation: 4-2-3-1 | Formation: 4-3-3 |
| Goalkeeper: Niklas Hedl | Goalkeeper: Kamil Grabara |
| Defenders: Auer, Hofmann, Greiml, Aiwu | Defenders: Jelert, Diks, Vavro, Kristiansen |
| Midfielders: Schick, Kerschbaum, Grüll | Midfielders: Lerager, Falk, Claesson |
| Forwards: Oswald, Burgstaller, Kara | Forwards: Bardghji, Oskarsson, Johannesson |
Key Matchups
- Guido Burgstaller (Rapid Wien) vs. David Vavro (FC København):
Burgstaller’s clinical finishing will test the composure of Vavro, who leads the København defense. - Thorsten Schick (Rapid Wien) vs. Rasmus Falk (FC København):
Both midfielders will dictate the tempo, with Schick’s creativity clashing against Falk’s physicality. - Rapid Wien Full-Backs vs. København Wingers:
The pace of the København wingers could exploit spaces left by overlapping full-backs, making this duel crucial.
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Match Outlook
With a high stake attached to this encounter, Rapid Wien is expected to play aggressively, leveraging their home advantage.
FC København, known for their defensive organization, will likely adopt a counter-attacking approach. Both teams’ ability to capitalize on their key matchups will decide the outcome.
