Austrian Football Official Accused of Threatening Players with Gun. Police

Police in Vorarlberg are investigating allegations that a club official used a firearm to pressure women's team players before a match.

An official from an Austrian women's Bundesliga team allegedly entered the locker room with a gun before a match, demanding players win the game.
Reports indicate the official placed bullets on a table and suggested a wager, requiring players to pay €500 each in the event of a loss.
Five players have reportedly terminated their contracts and left the team following the incident.
The Austrian police have confirmed an investigation is underway, though details about the club and the official remain undisclosed.
The Austrian Football Association and the players' union have been informed, with the union emphasizing the players' safety as its top priority.