About DSV Leoben

DSV Leoben is an Austrian football club based in the Donawitz district of Leoben, founded on 1 February 1928 as Werkssportverein Donawitz. The club originated as a factory team connected to the Alpine Montan industry, which influenced both its identity and its nickname. Over time, it became one of the key football clubs in the Styria region, playing in green and white and hosting matches at the Donawitz Stadium.

The club experienced several periods in the Austrian top division, particularly under the name DSV Alpine during the 1970s and 1980s. Although it never became a major national power, it managed to spend around a decade in the Bundesliga and achieved respectable mid-table finishes. A significant moment came in 1992, when DSV Alpine merged with 1. FC Leoben to form the modern DSV Leoben, marking a new chapter in its history.

One of the club’s greatest achievements was reaching the Austrian Cup final in the 1994–95 season, where it lost to SK Rapid Wien. In later years, DSV Leoben faced financial difficulties, including administration in 2009, which led to relegation to lower leagues. Despite these setbacks, the club has remained active and recently achieved promotion back to the Austrian 2. Liga, continuing its role as a traditional regional club in Austrian football.