2. Liga
The 2. Liga is Austria's second-tier professional football division, sitting directly below the Bundesliga. It features a mix of traditional clubs, developing teams, and ambitious outfits vying for promotion, with a focus on youth development and competitive balance. The league serves as the main pathway to the Bundesliga and a proving ground for rising talents.
⚡ Attacking, high-pressing play with quick transitions and a focus on player development
📌 Notable Facts
- Rebranded from Erste Liga to 2. Liga in 2018/19.
- Promotion to the Bundesliga rewards teams with greater visibility, television revenue, and prestige.
- Reserve teams of larger clubs are allowed to compete in the 2. Liga but cannot be promoted to the Bundesliga.