The early 2026-27 Austrian Bundesliga campaign has seen SCR Altach struggle most, sitting bottom after seven rounds with just three points and a string of defeats. SV Ried, Wolfsberger AC, Austria Wien, and TSV Hartberg occupy the lower positions with similar inconsistencies in results and goal difference. Newly promoted Austria Lustenau sits in mid-table but faces adaptation challenges in the top flight. Leading sides Rapid Wien, LASK, and Red Bull Salzburg have pulled clear at the top, while the format carries full points into the split-phase relegation round. Recent form, squad depth, and results in the coming weeks will shape the initial relegation picture before the winter break.