20 February 2022 at 16:00

Referee: W. Altmann

Match Summary

Sturm Graz and Rapid Vienna drew 2:2. The match was played in Bundesliga 2021. Goals were scored by R. Højlund 6′, E. Aiwu 35′, J. Jantscher 70′ (pen.), K. Wimmer 83′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Sturm Graz had 40% possession while Rapid Vienna held 60%. Sturm Graz had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for Rapid Vienna. Sturm Graz made 4 substitutions, Rapid Vienna made 3.

Match Events

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

Sturm Graz
Rapid Vienna
Kick Off
R. Højlund

assist: J. Jantscher

6′
35′
E. Aiwu

assist: J. Auer

Half Time
M. SarkariaA. Niangbo
62′
65′
C. KnasmüllnerY. Demir
65′
J. AuerM. Moormann
J. StankovičI. Ljubic
70′
J. Jantscher

Penalty

70′
73′
K. AraseK. Kitagawa
83′
K. Wimmer

assist: E. Aiwu

S. HierländerA. Kuen
89′
J. GazibegovićL. Jäger
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Sturm Graz had 40% possession against Rapid Vienna's 60%. Sturm Graz registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Rapid Vienna managed 15 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–9. Fouls committed: 16–15.

4Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal4
11Total Shots15
2Blocked Shots7
7Shots insidebox9
4Shots outsidebox6
16Fouls15
4Corner Kicks9
1Offsides0
40%Ball Possession60%
0Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves2
290Total passes431
166Passes accurate303
57%Passes %70%

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 F. Feldhofer.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sturm Graz is 6.83, compared to 6.99 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 J. Stankovič (7.06), while Rapid Vienna's best-rated player is N. Hedl (7.10).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sturm Graz have contributed 2 goals and 1 assists this season, led by J. Stankovič (2G). Rapid Vienna'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 6.90 on average, against Rapid Vienna's 4-man backline averaging 6.88. 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 6.79, 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 —. 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 72% for Sturm Graz and 71% 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 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: J. Gazibegović (25), oldest: S. Hierländer (34)), while Rapid Vienna average 24.5 (youngest: N. Hedl (24), oldest: J. Auer (25)). 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 13 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.5Wüthrich22Gazibeg.42Affengr.44Dante25Hierlän.8Prass13Jantsch.11Sarkaria9Højlund45Hedl6Wimmer22Stojkov.4Aiwu8Knasmül.16Petrovič5Ljubičić23Auer27Grüll36Arase38Druijf

Substitutes

Coach: C. Ilzer

Substitutes

Coach: F. Feldhofer

Sturm GrazPosition StrengthRapid Vienna
6.83
Avg Rating
6.99
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.10
0G 0A0G 0A
6.90Defender (4 v 4)6.88
0G 0A0G 0A
6.79Midfielder (4 v 5)
2G 1A0G 0A
Sturm Graz4-3-1-2
27GoalkeeperJ. Siebenhandl
5DefenderG. Wüthrich
22DefenderJ. Gazibegović6.9
42DefenderD. Affengruber
44DefenderA. Dante
4MidfielderJ. Stankovič7.12G1A
25MidfielderS. Hierländer6.5
8MidfielderA. Prass
11MidfielderM. Sarkaria
13ForwardJ. Jantscher
9ForwardR. Højlund
Rapid Vienna4-2-3-1
45GoalkeeperN. Hedl7.1
6DefenderK. Wimmer
22DefenderF. Stojković
4DefenderE. Aiwu
23DefenderJ. Auer6.9
8MidfielderC. Knasmüllner
16MidfielderD. Petrovič
5MidfielderR. Ljubičić
27MidfielderM. Grüll
36MidfielderK. Arase
38ForwardF. Druijf

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 61 times — Sturm Graz won 20, Rapid Vienna won 22, with 19 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Rapid Vienna leads the head-to-head with 22 victories from 61 meetings. A combined 159 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.61 per match (77 for the home side, 82 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 38 matches (62%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 29 games (48%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2018.

20

Sturm Graz

19

Drawn

22

Rapid Vienna

Goals: 77Goals: 82

Recent Meetings (61)

5 Apr 2026Rapid Vienna0 – 2Sturm Graz
2 Nov 2025Rapid Vienna2 – 1Sturm Graz
10 Aug 2025Sturm Graz1 – 2Rapid Vienna
18 May 2025Rapid Vienna3 – 1Sturm Graz
4 Apr 2025Sturm Graz2 – 0Rapid Vienna
2 Nov 2024Sturm Graz1 – 1Rapid Vienna
4 Aug 2024Rapid Vienna1 – 0Sturm Graz
1 May 2024Sturm Graz2 – 1Rapid Vienna
24 Apr 2024Rapid Vienna1 – 3Sturm Graz
19 Apr 2024Sturm Graz1 – 0Rapid Vienna
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026