Rieder on Augsburg's table-topping start and World Cup

Augsburg sit top of the Bundesliga heading into Matchday 3, and Fabian Rieder says hard work is behind the surprise surge.

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What happened. Fabian Rieder spoke to the Bundesliga about Augsburg's surprise start to the season, which has them top of the table ahead of Matchday 3, and about his World Cup 2026 experience with Switzerland.

• Rieder credits Augsburg's strong start to battling for each other and doing the basics well.
• He says the team's quality on the ball and transitions has been key.
• He urges the squad to stay grounded and realistic despite the fast start.

“Really nice. We’re all proud of ourselves and the performances.”

— Fabian Rieder

Augsburg will look to protect their place at the top when the Bundesliga resumes on Matchday 3.

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