TSV Hartberg 5-0 Kapfenberg SV 1919: Match Report and Friendly Highlights

TSV Hartberg produced a ruthless and thoroughly professional performance on Thursday night, defeating Kapfenberg SV 1919 5-0 in an international friendly at Profertil Arena. The 21:00 kick-off under the lights quickly turned into a one-sided contest, as Hartberg pressed high, moved the ball with purpose and punished their visitors with five unanswered goals.

Although no league points were at stake, the match offered both sides a valuable opportunity to sharpen their rhythm, test tactical ideas and give minutes to squad players. For Hartberg, it became a statement of depth and attacking quality. For Kapfenberg SV 1919, it was a difficult night against sharper, faster opposition, but one that will provide clear lessons for the weeks ahead.

Match Overview

Hartberg controlled the game from the opening whistle. They dominated possession, won the ball back quickly in midfield and created chances through both wide areas and central combinations. Kapfenberg attempted to stay compact and hit on the counter, but they struggled to keep the ball long enough to relieve pressure.

• Final score: TSV Hartberg 5-0 Kapfenberg SV 1919
• Competition: International Friendly
• Date: Thursday, 24 September 2026
• Kick-off: 21:00
• Venue: Profertil Arena, Hartberg
• Possession: Hartberg 63% – Kapfenberg 37%
• Shots: Hartberg 18 – Kapfenberg 6
• Shots on target: Hartberg 10 – Kapfenberg 2
• Corners: Hartberg 8 – Kapfenberg 2

Key Moments: How Hartberg Built the 5-0 Win

Hartberg’s early goal set the tone. Once they had the lead, they never looked like surrendering control. The second goal before half-time effectively ended the contest as a competitive fixture, and three more strikes after the break turned it into a comprehensive friendly victory.

• 12th minute – 1-0: Elias Havel opened the scoring with a composed finish inside the penalty area after a flowing move down the right. Jonas Weber created the chance with a low cross that cut out the Kapfenberg defence.
• 34th minute – 2-0: Marco Reinhardt doubled the lead with a precise strike from the edge of the box. Hartberg’s high press forced a turnover, and Reinhardt needed only one touch to set himself before firing low into the corner.
• 51st minute – 3-0: Elias Havel grabbed his second of the night, finishing calmly after being played through by Luka Prass. The Kapfenberg goalkeeper had kept the score down with two earlier saves, but he was helpless on this occasion.
• 67th minute – 4-0: Luka Prass got on the scoresheet himself, arriving late in the box to convert a cut-back from the left. It was a goal that summed up Hartberg’s movement and numerical advantage in the final third.
• 82nd minute – 5-0: Substitute Niklas Tadic completed the scoring with a header from a corner, rising above his marker to power the ball into the net.

Tactical Story: High Press and Wide Overloads

Hartberg lined up with an aggressive 4-2-3-1 shape that became a 4-2-4 in possession. Their full-backs pushed high, the wingers stayed wide and the central midfielders rotated to create passing lanes. The result was a constant supply of crosses and cut-backs, and Kapfenberg’s back five struggled to cope with the overloads.

Out of possession, Hartberg’s press was equally impressive. They suffocated Kapfenberg’s attempts to play out from the back, forced long balls and won second balls consistently. Kapfenberg’s 5-3-2 formation was designed to absorb pressure and counter quickly, but their front two were isolated for long stretches. When they did win possession, Hartberg’s counter-press often won it back within seconds.

The friendly also allowed Hartberg to rotate heavily. Several young players and squad options received meaningful minutes, yet the intensity did not drop. That is often the clearest sign of a healthy squad: the level remains high even when the names change.

Standout Players

Elias Havel was the obvious star of the night, scoring twice and constantly troubling Kapfenberg’s defenders with his movement. His link-up play was sharp, and his second goal showed the kind of composure that makes him a threat in both friendly and competitive fixtures.

Marco Reinhardt controlled the midfield tempo. He broke up attacks, carried the ball forward and scored a well-taken goal. Jonas Weber was a constant outlet on the right, delivering dangerous crosses and stretching the Kapfen