29 April 2017 at 14:00

Referee: Oliver Drachta

Match Summary

Austria Vienna defeated Sturm Graz 4:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2016. Goals were scored by Ismael Tajouri 25′, P. Filipović 31′, O. Kayode 54′, O. Kayode 57′, B. Atik 60′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Austria Vienna had 50% possession while Sturm Graz held 50%. Austria Vienna had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 14 (2 on target) for Sturm Graz. Austria Vienna made 3 substitutions, Sturm Graz made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Austria Vienna and Sturm Graz — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Austria Vienna
Sturm Graz
Kick Off
Ismael Tajouri
25′
P. Filipović

assist: Ismael Tajouri

31′
Half Time
Lukas Rotpuller47′
O. Kayode

assist: R. Holzhauser

54′
60′
B. Atik

assist: S. Horvath

63′
P. HuspekP. Zulechner
63′
S. HierländerM. Schmerböck
Lukas Rotpuller73′
Lukas Rotpuller73′
76′
L. SpendlhoferK. Dobras
R. HolzhauserK. Mohammed
77′
O. KayodeK. Friesenbichler
81′
Ismael TajouriDavid De Paula
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Austria Vienna had 50% possession against Sturm Graz's 50%. Austria Vienna registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Sturm Graz managed 14 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 11–10.

6Shots on Goal2
6Shots off Goal7
15Total Shots14
3Blocked Shots5
7Shots insidebox6
8Shots outsidebox8
11Fouls10
4Corner Kicks6
5Offsides2
50%Ball Possession50%
2Yellow Cards1
1Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves2
435Total passes412
328Passes accurate315
75%Passes %76%

Lineups

Austria Vienna lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under T. Fink, while Sturm Graz deployed a 4-1-4-1 under F. Foda.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Austria Vienna is —, compared to 6.52 for Sturm Graz. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Austria Vienna's highest-rated starter is —, while Sturm Graz's best-rated player is S. Hierländer (6.52).

Defensive Solidity

Austria Vienna deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Sturm Graz's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Austria Vienna field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Sturm Graz's 4 rated 6.52. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Austria Vienna start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Sturm Graz averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Austria Vienna and 73% for Sturm Graz. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Age & Experience

The average age of Austria Vienna's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Sturm Graz average 34.0 (youngest: S. Hierländer (34), oldest: S. Hierländer (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Austria Vienna's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 11 for Sturm Graz. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Austria Vienna4-1-4-14-1-4-1Sturm Graz
GKDEFMIDFWD
31Hadzikic33Rotpull.17Larsen4Filipov.28Martsch.10Grünwald26Holzhau.15Serbest7Tajouri8Kayode95Pires1Gratzei20Schulz26Koch23Spendlh.14Lykogia.25Hierlän.18Huspek6Jeggo29Horvath9Alar28Atik

Substitutes

Coach: T. Fink

Substitutes

Coach: F. Foda

Austria ViennaPosition StrengthSturm Graz
Avg Rating
6.52
Midfielder (5 v 4)6.52
0G 0A0G 0A
Austria Vienna4-1-4-1
31GoalkeeperO. Hadzikic
33DefenderL. Rotpuller
17DefenderJ. Larsen
4DefenderP. Filipović
28DefenderC. Martschinko
10MidfielderA. Grünwald
26MidfielderR. Holzhauser
15MidfielderT. Serbest
7MidfielderIsmael Tajouri
95MidfielderFelipe Pires
8ForwardO. Kayode
Sturm Graz4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperC. Gratzei
20DefenderC. Schulz
26DefenderF. Koch
23DefenderL. Spendlhofer
14DefenderC. Lykogiannis
25MidfielderS. Hierländer6.5
18MidfielderP. Huspek
6MidfielderJ. Jeggo
28MidfielderB. Atik
29ForwardS. Horvath
9ForwardD. Alar

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Austria Vienna have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Sturm Graz show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

Austria Vienna

LDLWLW

Sturm Graz

DDWDWW

Austria Vienna vs Sturm Graz Head to Head Results

Austria Vienna and Sturm Graz have met 55 times — Austria Vienna won 21, Sturm Graz won 22, with 12 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Sturm Graz leads the head-to-head with 22 victories from 55 meetings. A combined 157 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.85 per match (74 for the home side, 83 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 32 matches (58%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 31 games (56%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–5 in 2026.

21

Austria Vienna

12

Drawn

22

Sturm Graz

Goals: 74Goals: 83

Recent Meetings (55)

15 Mar 2026Austria Vienna2 – 5Sturm Graz
14 Dec 2025Austria Vienna3 – 1Sturm Graz
14 Sept 2025Sturm Graz0 – 1Austria Vienna
27 Apr 2025Sturm Graz0 – 1Austria Vienna
23 Apr 2025Austria Vienna2 – 1Sturm Graz
7 Feb 2025Sturm Graz2 – 2Austria Vienna
1 Feb 2025Sturm Graz0 – 2Austria Vienna
25 Sept 2024Austria Vienna2 – 2Sturm Graz
2 Feb 2024Sturm Graz2 – 0Austria Vienna
29 Oct 2023Sturm Graz0 – 1Austria Vienna
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026