After Rapid's triumph: Hearts joke about Celtic's defeat in Linz

After LASK's triumph in the CL playoff against Celtic Glasgow following a 0-3 first-leg deficit, the second Austrian-Scottish duel proved disappointing from an Austrian perspective.

Rapid was eliminated by Heart of Midlothian in the UEFA Conference League playoff after a 2-2 draw following extra time, losing in a penalty shootout. This is how Hoff Thorup explains Rapid's European exit >>>

A Message to Celtic

Accordingly, the Scots exuberantly celebrated their qualification for the upcoming UEFA Conference League group stage. The social media team couldn't resist a dig at Celtic.

"Winning playoffs in Austria isn't for everyone," the Scottish champions were told via "X".

Coach talks about half-time

Head coach Wouter Vrancken expressed his relief. After their exit in the Champions League qualification against Sturm Graz, they were then eliminated again in the UEFA Europa League qualification against Benfica. Now, at least, a group stage awaits.

"We played the first half without any guts. Similar to against Benfica. I was very angry at half-time. I told them to do their thing and not be afraid of making mistakes. Just do it and give it your all. The second half was incredible," the coach raves about his team.