EK Zell am See beat EC VSV 4-1 in regulation, taking control with a three-goal second period that put the friendly firmly in their favor. The win was built on a decisive middle frame after a scoreless opening 20 minutes.
After a quiet first period, EK Zell am See scored three times in the second (28', 32', 36') to carry a 3-0 lead into the third. EC VSV pulled one back in the final frame, but EK Zell am See answered to seal the 4-1 final.
The three-goal second-period surge from the 28th to the 36th minute was the difference, as EK Zell am See outscored EC VSV 4-1 overall and never allowed the game to get close after the middle frame.