Were Austria’s Wunderteam of the 1930s one of football’s first truly great international sides?

In this episode of By Far The Greatest Team, hosts Graham Dunn and Jamie Rooney are joined by Austrian football expert Benedikt Osl to uncover the story of Austria’s Wunderteam (1930–1934) — one of the most stylish and innovative teams of the early 20th century.

They explore:

• The visionary leadership of Hugo Meisl and the artistry of Matthias Sindelar

• The Scottish influences on Austrian football’s tactical evolution

• The Wunderteam’s famous victories over Scotland and Germany

• Their controversial 1934 World Cup campaign and the shadow of rising fascism

• Austria’s performance at the 1936 Olympics and the impact of the Anschluss

• The team’s lasting influence on modern football and Austria’s mixed footballing legacy

This is a fascinating deep dive into one of Europe’s first footballing superpowers — a side celebrated for its grace, intelligence, and tragic fate. But how great were they truly?

🎧 Listen now to hear our final verdict and where we rank them in football history.

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