Austria Captain Gregoritsch Praises Israel's Passion Ahead of Match

Michael Gregoritsch is set to captain the Austrian national football team in their upcoming match against Israel, taking over leadership duties from previous captains David Alaba and Marcel Sabitzer. Gregoritsch, speaking to the Sports Channel, reflected on his new role, stating that increased experience leads to greater leadership and that he is happy to be part of a strong team with many experienced players.

Looking ahead to the game against Israel, Gregoritsch acknowledged the challenge, describing the Israeli team as "very good" and playing "football full of passion." He anticipates a difficult match, comparing it to a game against Spain and emphasizing that it will start from a 0-0 scoreline. Gregoritsch specifically mentioned knowing Oscar Gloukh well and stressed the need for Austria to perform at their best to secure a victory.

Gregoritsch also commented on the potential impact of Israel's defensive absences, suggesting it would have an effect but that the team would likely maintain its playing style. He indicated Austria would aim to employ different tactics. Regarding the extended international break, featuring four matches instead of the usual two, Gregoritsch expressed anticipation for the two-week period, noting that while longer team cohesion is beneficial, the team is accustomed to shorter breaks.