Squad
Yusuf Otubanjo2015current
Paul Mensah2022current- Christopher Cvetkocurrent
Oliver Filipcurrent
Thomas Burgstaller2000–2003
Florian Klein2003–2004
Taner Arı2004–2005- Metin Aslan2005–2005
Seo Jung-won2008–2008
Thomas Eder2009–2010- Dino Medjedovic2010–2011
Manuel Hartl2010–2013
Dominic Hassler2011–2012
Philipp Huspek2011–2012
Simon Piesinger2011–2012
Daniel Offenbacher2012–2012
Martin Kreuzriegler2012–2013- Philipp Huspek2012–2013
Srđan Pavlov2012–2012- Danijel Petrović2013–2014
Hidajet Hankić2016–2018
FC Blau-Weiß Linz is an Austrian association football club based in Linz, Austria.
Founded in 1997, FC Blau-Weiß Linz emerged from the merger with LASK Linz, adopting the traditions of the defunct FC Linz.
The club has won the Austrian 2. Liga title twice, in the seasons 2020-21 and 2022-23.
Biography
Formation
FC Blau-Weiß Linz was established in 1997, emerging from the ashes of the defunct FC Linz, which had dissolved due to financial troubles. The new club adopted the traditions of its predecessor and was formed through a merger with their long-time rivals, LASK Linz, marking a significant moment in the local football scene.
Rise Through the Ranks
Since its inception, FC Blau-Weiß Linz has made notable strides in Austrian football. The club competes in the Austrian Football Second League, where it has shown impressive performance over the years. A significant milestone was achieved on June 4, 2023, when they clinched the title of Austrian 2. Liga after a decisive 2-1 victory against Sturm Graz II on the final matchday. This victory not only secured their second league title but also marked their promotion to the Austrian Bundesliga for the first time in the club's history, set to take effect in the 2023-24 season. Previously, they had also won the title in the 2020-21 season, but their promotion was denied due to a failure to apply for a Bundesliga license.
Legacy and Achievements
FC Blau-Weiß Linz has established itself as a competitive force in Austrian football, with two notable titles in the Austrian 2. Liga, won in 2020-21 and 2022-23. The club's journey reflects resilience and ambition, as it continues to build on its legacy and aims for further success in the top tier of Austrian football.
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Career & Clubs
In 1997, FC Blau-Weiss Linz was founded, which adopted the traditions of the defunct club FC Linz, which due to financial difficulties had to finally dissolve, by merger with their long-time rivals LASK Linz. On 4 June 2023, Blau Weiss Linz secured the title of Austrian 2. Liga in 2022–23 after defeating Sturm Graz II 2–1 on final matchday 30 and promotion to Austrian Bundesliga for the first time in history from next 2023–24 season. (They also secured the title back in 2020–21, but promotion was denied as they did not apply for a Bundesliga license.)
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Identifiers & aliases
FC Blau-Weiss Linz or BW Linz are an Austrian association football club playing in the Austrian Football Second League, the second tier of Austrian Football.
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