The reigning ADMIRAL Women's Bundesliga champions proved their class as FC Red Bull Salzburg Women fell to a 3-0 defeat at SKN St. Pölten, with Mattner's hat-trick (28', 47', 67') sealing the result. The Wolves struck early, with Mattner finishing unmarked in the 28th minute after some initial resistance from goalkeeper Lara Ritter. Despite a few bright moments on the counter, including a sharp turn and shot from Tina Krassnig, Salzburg couldn't find an equalizer before the break.

The second half brought more of the same challenge. St. Pölten's Mattner was unstoppable, curling in from the edge of the box just after the restart (47') and then completing her treble with a clever chip from a similar position (67'). While the defense held firm for stretches, the champions' clinical finishing made the difference.

There were late chances for Vina Crnoja and returning star Sara Grabovac to pull one back, but the goals just wouldn't come. With the Austrian Women's Cup final looming next Thursday in Vienna, this team looks to be saving their best for the biggest stage. It's a quick turnaround, but what better time to find top form than when silverware is on the line?