22 October 2016 at 14:00
Match Summary
Sturm Graz and SV Mattersburg drew 2:2. The match was played in Bundesliga 2016. Goals were scored by P. Bürger 36′, D. Alar 51′, S. Hierländer 84′, Fran 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Sturm Graz had 59% possession while SV Mattersburg held 41%. Sturm Graz had 13 shots (4 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for SV Mattersburg. Sturm Graz made 3 substitutions, SV Mattersburg made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Sturm Graz and SV Mattersburg — 4 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: P. Erhardt
assist: K. Dobras
Match Statistics
Sturm Graz had 59% possession against SV Mattersburg's 41%. Sturm Graz registered 13 shots (4 on target) while SV Mattersburg managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 13–19.
Lineups
Sturm Graz lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under F. Foda, while SV Mattersburg deployed a 5-4-1 under I. Vastić.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sturm Graz is 6.52, compared to — for SV Mattersburg. 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 SV Mattersburg's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Sturm Graz deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against SV Mattersburg's 6-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 SV Mattersburg's 3 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 SV Mattersburg 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 SV Mattersburg. 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 SV Mattersburg 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 SV Mattersburg. 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: I. Vastić
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sturm Graz have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. SV Mattersburg show 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses from their last 0 outings.
Sturm Graz
SV Mattersburg
—
Sturm Graz vs SV Mattersburg Head to Head Results
Sturm Graz and SV Mattersburg have met 23 times — Sturm Graz won 6, SV Mattersburg won 8, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. SV Mattersburg leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 23 meetings. A combined 59 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.57 per match (29 for the home side, 30 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (48%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (43%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. SV Mattersburg are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2019.
6
Sturm Graz
9
Drawn
8
SV Mattersburg
Recent Meetings (23)
API data: 16 Apr 2026