Rangnick extends Austria contract until 2028

Austria's national football team coach, Ralf Rangnick, has extended his contract with the Austrian Football Association until 2028. The announcement comes after media reports linked the 67-year-old German with a technical director role at AC Milan.

Rangnick, who previously managed Manchester United from 2021 to 2022, took charge of Austria in late 2022. His prior contract was scheduled to conclude after the upcoming World Cup. Under his leadership, Austria has achieved a significant milestone by qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in 28 years.

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Rangnick will continue the successful run with the Austrian national team and remain in his role with the Austrian Football Association at least until UEFA EURO 2028.

The Austrian Football Association stated that Rangnick will continue the team's successful trajectory and remain in his position at least through UEFA EURO 2028. The association highlighted the exceptional development of the Austrian squad, both on the field and structurally, during Rangnick's tenure, noting its establishment on the international stage.

Austria is set to begin its World Cup campaign against Jordan. The team is placed in Group J alongside defending champions Argentina and Algeria.

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Under Rangnick's leadership, the Austrian squad has developed exceptionally well both on the field and structurally in recent years and has established itself on the international stage.