FC Blau-Weiss Linz or BW Linz are an Austrian association football club playing in the Austrian Football Second League, the second tier of Austrian Football.
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History
In 1997, FC Blau-Weiss Linz was founded, which adopted the traditions of the defunct club FC Linz, which due to financial difficulties had to finally dissolve, by merger with their long-time rivals LASK Linz.
On 4 June 2023, Blau Weiss Linz secured the title of Austrian 2. Liga in 2022–23 after defeating Sturm Graz II 2–1 on final matchday 30 and promotion to Austrian Bundesliga for the first time in history from next 2023–24 season. (They also secured the title back in 2020–21, but promotion was denied as they did not apply for a Bundesliga license.)
Stadium
FC Blau-Weiss Linz played their home matches at Linzer Stadion, but they have plans to develop their own stadium, Hofmann Personal Stadion, to accommodate nearly 5,000 people by 2023.
Current squad
As of 2 July 2026
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
Out on loan
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
Staff and board members
Manager: Michael Köllner
Manager Director: Stefan Reiter
Director Sport: Konstantin Wawra
Management: Stephanie Höller
Management: Peter Huliak
Honours
Austrian 2. Liga
Winners (2): 2020–21, 2022–23
Manager history
As of 21 December 2025