4 December 2016 at 15:30

Referee: Fedayi San

Match Summary

Sturm Graz defeated Wolfsberger AC 4:0. The match was played in Bundesliga 2016. Goals were scored by M. Schmerböck 39′, C. Lykogiannis 45′, F. Koch 47′, S. Hierländer 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Wolfsberger AC had 53% possession while Sturm Graz held 47%. Wolfsberger AC had 8 shots (1 on target) compared to 20 (8 on target) for Sturm Graz. Wolfsberger AC made 3 substitutions, Sturm Graz made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Wolfsberger AC and Sturm Graz — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Wolfsberger AC
Sturm Graz
Kick Off
Thomas Zundel33′
39′
M. Schmerböck
Half Time
C. WernitznigJacobo
46′
47′
F. Koch

assist: B. Edomwonyi

60′Marc Andre Schmerbock
Daniel Drescher62′
JacoboG. Nutz
63′
Nemanja Rnic70′
P. ProsenikP. Hellquist
73′
76′
K. DobrasM. Potzmann
Daniel Offenbacher79′
83′
B. EdomwonyiD. Alar
90′
M. SchmerböckP. Huspek
Full Time

Match Statistics

Wolfsberger AC had 53% possession against Sturm Graz's 47%. Wolfsberger AC registered 8 shots (1 on target) while Sturm Graz managed 20 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 14–12.

1Shots on Goal8
5Shots off Goal8
8Total Shots20
2Blocked Shots4
2Shots insidebox12
6Shots outsidebox8
14Fouls12
3Corner Kicks5
0Offsides4
53%Ball Possession47%
4Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves1
400Total passes350
277Passes accurate248
69%Passes %71%

Lineups

Wolfsberger AC lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under H. Pfeifenberger, while Sturm Graz deployed a 4-2-3-1 under F. Foda.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Wolfsberger AC 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. Wolfsberger AC's highest-rated starter is —, while Sturm Graz's best-rated player is S. Hierländer (6.52).

Defensive Solidity

Wolfsberger AC deploy 3 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

Wolfsberger AC field 4 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

Wolfsberger AC start 3 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 Wolfsberger AC 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 Wolfsberger AC'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

Wolfsberger AC'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.

Wolfsberger AC4-4-24-2-3-1Sturm Graz
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Dobnik7Baldauf28Zündel15Rnić27Drescher10Offenba.23Tschern.24Wernitz.8Topcagić14Prosenik6Sanogo1Gratzei26Koch5Schoiss.23Spendlh.14Lykogia.25Hierlän.8Matić37Dobras24Schmerb.6Jeggo34Edomwon.

Substitutes

Coach: H. Pfeifenberger

Substitutes

Coach: F. Foda

Wolfsberger ACPosition StrengthSturm Graz
Avg Rating
6.52
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.52
0G 0A0G 0A
Wolfsberger AC4-4-2
1GoalkeeperC. Dobnik
7DefenderD. Baldauf
15DefenderN. Rnić
27DefenderD. Drescher
28MidfielderT. Zündel
10MidfielderD. Offenbacher
23MidfielderP. Tschernegg
24MidfielderC. Wernitznig
8ForwardM. Topcagić
14ForwardP. Prosenik
6ForwardZ. Sanogo
Sturm Graz4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperC. Gratzei
26DefenderF. Koch
5DefenderC. Schoissengeyer
23DefenderL. Spendlhofer
14DefenderC. Lykogiannis
25MidfielderS. Hierländer6.5
8MidfielderU. Matić
37MidfielderK. Dobras
6MidfielderJ. Jeggo
24ForwardM. Schmerböck
34ForwardB. Edomwonyi

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Wolfsberger AC have recorded 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 defeats. Sturm Graz show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

Wolfsberger AC

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Sturm Graz

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Wolfsberger AC vs Sturm Graz Head to Head Results

Wolfsberger AC and Sturm Graz have met 2 times — Wolfsberger AC won 1, Sturm Graz won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Wolfsberger AC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (5 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2026.

1

Wolfsberger AC

1

Drawn

0

Sturm Graz

Goals: 5Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (2)

1 Mar 2026Wolfsberger AC2 – 2Sturm Graz
26 Oct 2025Sturm Graz1 – 3Wolfsberger AC
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026