21 February 2021 at 13:30

Referee: M. Hameter

Match Summary

Wolfsberger AC defeated Sturm Graz 2:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2020. Goals were scored by D. Baumgartner 28′, I. Ljubic 43′, D. Vizinger 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Sturm Graz had 45% possession while Wolfsberger AC held 55%. Sturm Graz had 9 shots (6 on target) compared to 16 (4 on target) for Wolfsberger AC. Sturm Graz made 3 substitutions, Wolfsberger AC made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Sturm Graz and Wolfsberger AC — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Sturm Graz
Wolfsberger AC
Kick Off
15′
S. SpranglerK. Stratznig
28′
D. Baumgartner

assist: D. Vizinger

Jörg Siebenhandl35′
A. DanteT. Schützenauer
38′
42′Kai Stratznig
I. Ljubic

assist: J. Jantscher

43′
Half Time
55′
K. StratznigM. Liendl
B. BalajK. Yeboah
63′
O. KiteishviliL. Jäger
66′
71′
G. GiorbelidzeJ. Scherzer
71′
M. PavelićC. Dieng
78′Alexander Kofler
90′
D. Vizinger

assist: M. Liendl

Full Time

Match Statistics

Sturm Graz had 45% possession against Wolfsberger AC's 55%. Sturm Graz registered 9 shots (6 on target) while Wolfsberger AC managed 16 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 9–4. Fouls committed: 11–20.

6Shots on Goal4
1Shots off Goal8
9Total Shots16
2Blocked Shots4
6Shots insidebox8
3Shots outsidebox8
11Fouls20
9Corner Kicks4
1Offsides0
45%Ball Possession55%
0Yellow Cards3
1Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves5
332Total passes403
223Passes accurate306
67%Passes %76%

Lineups

Sturm Graz lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under C. Ilzer, while Wolfsberger AC deployed a 3-4-1-2 under F. Feldhofer.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sturm Graz is 6.86, compared to 7.15 for Wolfsberger AC. 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 Wolfsberger AC's best-rated player is D. Baumgartner (7.15).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sturm Graz have contributed 13 goals and 3 assists this season, led by O. Kiteishvili (13G). Wolfsberger AC's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by D. Baumgartner (1G). 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 6.90 on average, against Wolfsberger AC's 3-man backline averaging 7.15. 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 Wolfsberger AC's 4 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 Wolfsberger AC 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 74% for Sturm Graz and 84% for Wolfsberger AC. 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 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Wolfsberger AC. 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: J. Gazibegović (25), oldest: S. Hierländer (34)), while Wolfsberger AC average 29.0 (youngest: D. Baumgartner (29), oldest: D. Baumgartner (29)). 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 14 league appearances each, versus 21 for Wolfsberger AC. 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 Graz4-3-1-23-4-1-2Wolfsberger AC
GKDEFMIDFWD
27Siebenh.5Wüthrich11Gazibeg.6Nemeth44Dante13Jantsch.25Hierlän.19Kuen30Ljubic10Kiteish.9Balaj31Kofler27Novak6Pavelić22Baumgar.2Giorbel.3Henriks.18Röcher19Sprangl.30Taferner11Vizinger9Joveljić

Substitutes

Coach: C. Ilzer

Substitutes

Coach: F. Feldhofer

Sturm GrazPosition StrengthWolfsberger AC
6.86
Avg Rating
7.15
6.90Defender (4 v 3)7.15
0G 0A1G 1A
6.84Midfielder (4 v 4)
13G 3A0G 0A
Sturm Graz4-3-1-2
27GoalkeeperJ. Siebenhandl
5DefenderG. Wüthrich
11DefenderJ. Gazibegović6.9
6DefenderD. Nemeth
44DefenderA. Dante
25MidfielderS. Hierländer6.5
19MidfielderA. Kuen
30MidfielderI. Ljubic
10MidfielderO. Kiteishvili7.213G3A
13ForwardJ. Jantscher
9ForwardB. Balaj
Wolfsberger AC3-4-1-2
31GoalkeeperA. Kofler
27DefenderM. Novak
22DefenderD. Baumgartner7.21G1A
3DefenderG. Henriksson
6MidfielderM. Pavelić
2MidfielderG. Giorbelidze
19MidfielderS. Sprangler
30MidfielderM. Taferner
18ForwardT. Röcher
11ForwardD. Vizinger
9ForwardD. Joveljić

Recent Form

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

Sturm Graz

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Wolfsberger AC

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Sturm Graz vs Wolfsberger AC Head to Head Results

Sturm Graz and Wolfsberger AC have met 2 times — Sturm Graz won 0, Wolfsberger AC won 1, 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 (3 for the home side, 5 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.

0

Sturm Graz

1

Drawn

1

Wolfsberger AC

Goals: 3Goals: 5

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