Google Pixel Frauen-Bundesliga The 2025/2026 season in Austria promises to be as exciting as the last — though with a clear favorite. On paper, SKN Sankt Pölten looks like the team to beat, but Austria Wien won’t give up the title without a fight. Below is a rundown of key facts, standout players, and short predictions.
Forecast
- Biggest chances: SKN Sankt Pölten
- Main rival: FK Austria Wien
- Dark horses: SK Sturm Graz and several clubs capable of troubling the top teams
- Prediction: SKN 55–60%, Austria Wien 25–30%, others ~15–20%
SKN Sankt Pölten — the favorite with strong arguments
In the 2024/25 season, SKN Sankt Pölten was a complete team. The stats speak for themselves: in 24 league matches, they scored 67 goals and conceded only 11, giving them an impressive goal difference. Add to that around 15 clean sheets — the defense functions flawlessly while the attack delivers consistently.
What else works in SKN’s favor:
- Stability in form and results at home — the team rarely drops points on their own ground.
- A deep bench and the ability to rotate without a drop in quality.
If SKN keeps their key players healthy and avoids dips in form, defending the title seems the most likely outcome.
FK Austria Wien — a dangerous rival
Austria Wien is a team that knows how to play effectively. Last season, they stood out for their efficiency — the side scored a solid number of goals and kept their defensive shape in check. The brightest star is Verena Volkmer, last season’s top scorer with 16 goals. Alongside her, Maria Agerholm Olsen adds attacking quality — in 2024/25 she had a major impact on results and is a crucial part of the squad.
Austria’s strengths:
- A strong attacking line with real threat from set pieces and counter-attacks.
- Good away form — able to take points even at tough venues.
- Young talents (e.g., Emily Schäfer) are maturing and providing rotation options.
Their weaker point remains a shallower squad than SKN — injuries to key players could hurt them more than their rivals.
SK Sturm Graz — the troublemakers
Sturm Graz is a team that has been improving in recent seasons and knows how to make life difficult for favorites. They have several players who score regularly and a well-organized team structure. If they can sustain form over a longer period and capitalize on slip-ups from the top teams, they could fight for top spots.
Statistical analysis
Expected goals (xG) stats and models show that SKN not only scores a lot but also creates high-quality chances. Strong defense (low goals conceded) combined with a high xG is a recipe that usually leads to titles. Austria Wien’s numbers are solid, but SKN’s advantage in goal-to-conceded ratio is currently noticeable.
In practice, over the course of the season, SKN has the best chances — but football has its own logic. A run of high-pressure matches, injuries, or refereeing errors can change everything.
Final prediction
Looking at the form of the teams, the 2024/25 stats, and the preseason, SKN Sankt Pölten has the highest probability of winning the championship. However, FK Austria Wien is a genuine contender and, with the right conditions (no major injuries, successful signings), can threaten SKN. SK Sturm Graz and a few other teams have the potential to join the medal fight, especially if they add consistency to their results.
So, who will win? The most likely scenario: SKN Sankt Pölten defends the title. But it will be a season full of excitement — so keep your eyes on it, because the ÖFB Frauen Bundesliga can surprise you.
