"Tough German Test" - Team leader Bader advocates for a tougher German approach
The Austrian ice hockey national team faces Germany in a World Championship preliminary match, boasting a formidable lineup expected to rival their final roster. Ahead of Thursday's contest in Zell am See (ORF Sport+, 7:00 PM), the team led by coach Roger Bader aims to capitalize on the presence of returning stars such as Brian Lebler and key players from the ICE Hockey League champions Salzburg and runner-up KAC.
As the team gears up for their international showdown, additional top-tier talent is anticipated to bolster the ranks next week, including Marco Kasper from the Detroit Red Wings and Vinzenz Rohrer from ZSC Lions. While specific details regarding the roster composition are not available, the full World Championship squad is expected to be unveiled for the May 4 practice match against Canada in Vienna.
The World Championship roster, which consists of 25 players, was finalized on May 5, 2025[2][3]. Players from the ICE Hockey League have been integral to this ensemble, yet particular names have not been specified in current search results.
Ahead of this challenging encounter, Bader expressed optimism about Germany's strength: "I hope they are as strong as possible so we are forced to improve again." The German team will feature Philadelphia Flyers' forward Timo Meier and NHL goaltender Philipp Grubauer of the Seattle Kraken. However, further reinforcements are anticipated for the upcoming test match.
- With Marco Kasper from the Detroit Red Wings and Vinzenz Rohrer from ZSC Lions joining the squad, it's clear that Austrian sports, specifically hockey, will benefit from the addition of top-tier talent as the World Championship preliminary match against Germany approaches.
- Fans of sports, particularly hockey, eagerly look forward to the international clash between Austria and Germany, as both teams prepare to display their skills, with NHL players like Timo Meier and Philipp Grubauer representing Germany, while returning stars Brian Lebler and new additions such as Kasper and Rohrer bolster the Austrian lineup.
