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Austria Klagenfurt has a new head coach: Slobodan Grubor. The 57-year-old takes over with immediate effect.
Who is Slobodan Grubor?
Slobodan Grubor worked in his career, among other things, at Wolfsberger AC, at NK Aluminij in Slovenia and at HNK Orijent in Croatia.
Why the change?
The SK Austria Klagenfurt has made a decision for the coaching position after the mixed autumn season in the Admiral 2. Liga. With immediate effect, Slobodan Grubor takes over as head coach of the professional team.
New coach's goals
Grubor said about the new task: „I'm really looking forward to the task here in Klagenfurt and to working with the team. We want to be focused and diligent from the first day, bring a clear signature to the pitch and do everything to be successful with this team.“
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 12th in 2. Liga |
| Points | 30 |
| Wins | 9 |
| Draws | 6 |
| Losses | 13 |
| Goals | 33:44 (-11) |
Current situation
The new coach does not want to comment on the club's financial difficulties. Three players left the club during the winter break. There is talk of unpaid player salaries and a possible insolvency procedure, the club has been making negative headlines for months.
Future prospects
The main shareholder, Želko Karajica, was present at the presentation of the new coach on Monday, but was camera-shy. On Wednesday, the deadline for the Austrian Health Fund (ÖGK) expires, it's about an open amount, a six-figure sum.
Current context
As of the current season, Austria Klagenfurt is in 12th place in the 2. Liga with 30 points from 28 games, having scored 33 goals and conceded 44. The team's recent form has been LLWWD, with the last result being a 2-3 loss to FC Liefering on May 14, 2026.
