19 December 2020 at 16:00
Match Summary
Sturm Graz defeated SKN ST. Polten 3:0. The match was played in Bundesliga 2020. Goals were scored by J. Jantscher 29′, K. Friesenbichler 70′, B. Balaj 77′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Sturm Graz had 58% possession while SKN ST. Polten held 42%. Sturm Graz had 18 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for SKN ST. Polten. Sturm Graz made 5 substitutions, SKN ST. Polten made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Sturm Graz and SKN ST. Polten — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: O. Kiteishvili
assist: J. Jantscher
Match Statistics
Sturm Graz had 58% possession against SKN ST. Polten's 42%. Sturm Graz registered 18 shots (5 on target) while SKN ST. Polten managed 8 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 17–21.
Lineups
Sturm Graz lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under C. Ilzer, while SKN ST. Polten deployed a 4-3-3 under R. Ibertsberger.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sturm Graz is 6.92, compared to — for SKN ST. Polten. 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 SKN ST. Polten's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sturm Graz have contributed 15 goals and 4 assists this season, led by O. Kiteishvili (13G). SKN ST. Polten's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 — on average, against SKN ST. Polten'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 6.92, versus SKN ST. Polten'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 3 for SKN ST. Polten 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 75% for Sturm Graz and —% for SKN ST. Polten. 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 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for SKN ST. Polten. 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 30.7 (youngest: J. Stankovič (29), oldest: S. Hierländer (34)), while SKN ST. Polten 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 20 league appearances each, versus 0 for SKN ST. Polten. 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: C. Ilzer
Substitutes
Coach: R. Ibertsberger
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sturm Graz have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. SKN ST. Polten show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Sturm Graz vs SKN ST. Polten Head to Head Results
Sturm Graz and SKN ST. Polten have met 16 times — Sturm Graz won 10, SKN ST. Polten won 4, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Sturm Graz leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 49 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.06 per match (34 for the home side, 15 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (44%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (69%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Sturm Graz are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–5 in 2018.
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Recent Meetings (16)
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