19 September 2020 at 15:00

Referee: W. Altmann

Match Summary

Sturm Graz and Rapid Vienna drew 1:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2020. Goals were scored by J. Stankovič 52′, Y. Demir 68′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Sturm Graz had 44% possession while Rapid Vienna held 56%. Sturm Graz had 10 shots (2 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for Rapid Vienna. Sturm Graz made 2 substitutions, Rapid Vienna made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Sturm Graz and Rapid Vienna — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Sturm Graz
Rapid Vienna
Kick Off
29′Kelvin Arase
Half Time
J. Stankovič

assist: J. Jantscher

52′
54′
K. AraseY. Demir
68′
Y. Demir

assist: E. Kara

71′
E. KaraK. Kitagawa
O. KiteishviliL. Jäger
73′
A. KuenK. Friesenbichler
78′
82′
T. MurgS. Grahovac
Full Time

Match Statistics

Sturm Graz had 44% possession against Rapid Vienna's 56%. Sturm Graz registered 10 shots (2 on target) while Rapid Vienna managed 15 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–8. Fouls committed: 17–15.

2Shots on Goal4
8Shots off Goal3
10Total Shots15
0Blocked Shots8
8Shots insidebox7
2Shots outsidebox8
17Fouls15
5Corner Kicks8
4Offsides2
44%Ball Possession56%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves1
325Total passes402
198Passes accurate275
61%Passes %68%

Lineups

Sturm Graz lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under C. Ilzer, while Rapid Vienna deployed a 4-2-3-1 under D. Kühbauer.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sturm Graz is 6.80, compared to 6.73 for Rapid 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 O. Kiteishvili (7.17), while Rapid Vienna's best-rated player is E. Kara (6.73).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sturm Graz have contributed 15 goals and 4 assists this season, led by O. Kiteishvili (13G). Rapid Vienna's starters account for 5 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by E. Kara (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Sturm Graz deploy 4 defenders rated 6.76 on average, against Rapid 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 6.84, versus Rapid 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 Rapid Vienna averaging 6.73. 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 79% for Sturm Graz and 58% for Rapid 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.

Discipline

Sturm Graz's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Rapid Vienna. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Sturm Graz's starting XI is 29.3 (youngest: N. Geyrhofer (25), oldest: S. Hierländer (34)), while Rapid Vienna average 30.0 (youngest: E. Kara (30), oldest: E. Kara (30)). 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 17 league appearances each, versus 23 for Rapid 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.

Sturm Graz4-3-1-24-2-3-1Rapid Vienna
GKDEFMIDFWD
27Siebenh.4Stankov.24Ingolit.35Geyrhof.44Dante13Jantsch.25Hierlän.19Kuen30Ljubic10Kiteish.9Balaj1Strebin.22Stojkov.20Hofmann31Ullmann30Greiml10Murg16Petrovič39Ljubičić9Fountas29Kara36Arase

Substitutes

Coach: C. Ilzer

Substitutes

Coach: D. Kühbauer

Sturm GrazPosition StrengthRapid Vienna
6.80
Avg Rating
6.73
6.76Defender (4 v 4)
2G 1A0G 0A
6.84Midfielder (4 v 5)
13G 3A0G 0A
Forward (2 v 1)6.73
0G 0A5G 0A
Sturm Graz4-3-1-2
27GoalkeeperJ. Siebenhandl
4DefenderJ. Stankovič7.12G1A
24DefenderS. Ingolitsch
35DefenderN. Geyrhofer6.5
44DefenderA. Dante
25MidfielderS. Hierländer6.5
19MidfielderA. Kuen
30MidfielderI. Ljubic
10MidfielderO. Kiteishvili7.213G3A
13ForwardJ. Jantscher
9ForwardB. Balaj
Rapid Vienna4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperR. Strebinger
22DefenderF. Stojković
20DefenderM. Hofmann
31DefenderM. Ullmann
30DefenderL. Greiml
10MidfielderT. Murg
16MidfielderD. Petrovič
39MidfielderD. Ljubičić
9MidfielderT. Fountas
36MidfielderK. Arase
29ForwardE. Kara6.75G

Recent Form

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

Sturm Graz

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Rapid Vienna

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Sturm Graz vs Rapid Vienna Head to Head Results

Sturm Graz and Rapid Vienna have met 3 times — Sturm Graz won 1, Rapid Vienna won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Rapid Vienna leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (4 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.

1

Sturm Graz

0

Drawn

2

Rapid Vienna

Goals: 4Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (3)

5 Apr 2026Rapid Vienna0 – 2Sturm Graz
2 Nov 2025Rapid Vienna2 – 1Sturm Graz
10 Aug 2025Sturm Graz1 – 2Rapid Vienna
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026