18 February 2017 at 15:00
Match Summary
Austria Vienna defeated Sturm Graz 4:0. The match was played in Bundesliga 2016. Goals were scored by A. Grünwald 60′, L. Rotpuller 88′, K. Friesenbichler 90′, Felipe Pires 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Sturm Graz had 38% possession while Austria Vienna held 62%. Sturm Graz had 7 shots (1 on target) compared to 13 (9 on target) for Austria Vienna. Sturm Graz made 3 substitutions, Austria Vienna made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Sturm Graz and Austria Vienna — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Holzhauser
assist: A. Grünwald
assist: K. Mohammed
Match Statistics
Sturm Graz had 38% possession against Austria Vienna's 62%. Sturm Graz registered 7 shots (1 on target) while Austria Vienna managed 13 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 6–10. Fouls committed: 16–13.
Lineups
Sturm Graz lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under F. Foda, while Austria Vienna deployed a 4-2-3-1 under T. Fink.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sturm Graz is 6.52, compared to — for Austria Vienna. 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. Sturm Graz's highest-rated starter is S. Hierländer (6.52), while Austria Vienna's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Sturm Graz deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Austria Vienna'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
Sturm Graz field 4 midfielders averaging 6.52, versus Austria Vienna's 5 rated —. 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
Sturm Graz start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Austria Vienna 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 73% for Sturm Graz and —% for Austria Vienna. 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 Sturm Graz's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: S. Hierländer (34), oldest: S. Hierländer (34)), while Austria Vienna average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
Sturm Graz's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 0 for Austria Vienna. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: F. Foda
Substitutes
Coach: T. Fink
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sturm Graz have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. Austria Vienna show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Sturm Graz vs Austria Vienna Head to Head Results
Sturm Graz and Austria Vienna have met 55 times — Sturm Graz won 22, Austria Vienna won 21, with 12 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Sturm Graz leads the head-to-head with 22 victories from 55 meetings. A combined 158 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.87 per match (84 for the home side, 74 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 33 matches (60%). 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.
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Sturm Graz
12
Drawn
21
Austria Vienna
Recent Meetings (55)
API data: 16 Apr 2026