21 May 2022 at 15:00

Referee: M. Hameter

Match Summary

Austria Vienna defeated Sturm Graz 4:2. The match was played in Bundesliga 2021. Goals were scored by E. Martel 21′, J. Jantscher 27′, M. Fischer 29′, D. Fitz 72′, C. Keles 85′, M. Sarkaria 89′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Austria Vienna had 47% possession while Sturm Graz held 53%. Austria Vienna had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Sturm Graz. Austria Vienna made 4 substitutions, Sturm Graz made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Austria Vienna and Sturm Graz — 6 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Austria Vienna
Sturm Graz
Kick Off
E. Martel

assist: M. Suttner

21′
27′
J. Jantscher
M. Fischer

assist: M. Braunöder

29′
Half Time
46′
I. LjubicL. Jäger
60′
A. DanteA. Kuen
A. GrünwaldD. Fitz
65′
N. OhioM. Djuricin
68′
D. Fitz

assist: M. Djuricin

72′
78′
O. KiteishviliM. Wels
78′
J. GazibegovićS. Ingolitsch
78′
A. PrassL. Kronberger
M. SuttnerJ. Handl
84′
A. JukicC. Keles
84′
C. Keles

assist: D. Fitz

85′
89′
M. Sarkaria

assist: L. Kronberger

Full Time

Match Statistics

Austria Vienna had 47% possession against Sturm Graz's 53%. Austria Vienna registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Sturm Graz managed 5 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–1. Fouls committed: 8–8.

4Shots on Goal2
2Shots off Goal3
11Total Shots5
5Blocked Shots0
8Shots insidebox4
3Shots outsidebox1
8Fouls8
7Corner Kicks1
2Offsides4
47%Ball Possession53%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves0
369Total passes410
260Passes accurate305
70%Passes %74%

Lineups

Austria Vienna lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under M. Schmid, while Sturm Graz deployed a 4-3-1-2 under C. Ilzer.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Austria Vienna is 6.82, compared to 7.04 for Sturm Graz. 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. Austria Vienna's highest-rated starter is M. Fischer (6.82), while Sturm Graz's best-rated player is O. Kiteishvili (7.17).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Austria Vienna have contributed 4 goals and 1 assists this season, led by M. Fischer (4G). Sturm Graz's starters account for 13 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by O. Kiteishvili (13G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Austria Vienna deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Sturm Graz's 4-man backline averaging 6.90. 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

Austria Vienna field 5 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus Sturm Graz's 4 rated 7.17. 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

Austria Vienna start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Sturm Graz 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 76% for Austria Vienna and 75% for Sturm Graz. 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

Austria Vienna's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Sturm Graz. 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 Austria Vienna's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: M. Fischer (30), oldest: M. Fischer (30)), while Sturm Graz average 27.0 (youngest: J. Gazibegović (25), oldest: O. Kiteishvili (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

Austria Vienna's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 15 for Sturm Graz. 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.

Austria Vienna4-2-3-14-3-1-2Sturm Graz
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Pentz29Suttner33Galvão66Martins20Mühl10Grünwald30Fischer77Jukic5Martel23Braunöd.18Ohio27Siebenh.5Wüthrich22Gazibeg.42Affengr.44Dante30Ljubic10Kiteish.8Prass13Jantsch.11Sarkaria9Højlund

Substitutes

Coach: M. Schmid

Substitutes

Coach: C. Ilzer

Austria ViennaPosition StrengthSturm Graz
6.82
Avg Rating
7.04
Defender (4 v 4)6.90
0G 0A0G 0A
6.82Midfielder (5 v 4)7.17
4G 1A13G 3A
Austria Vienna4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Pentz
29DefenderM. Suttner
33DefenderLucas Galvão
66DefenderM. Martins
20DefenderL. Mühl
10MidfielderA. Grünwald
30MidfielderM. Fischer6.84G1A
77MidfielderA. Jukic
5MidfielderE. Martel
23MidfielderM. Braunöder
18ForwardN. Ohio
Sturm Graz4-3-1-2
27GoalkeeperJ. Siebenhandl
5DefenderG. Wüthrich
22DefenderJ. Gazibegović6.9
42DefenderD. Affengruber
44DefenderA. Dante
30MidfielderI. Ljubic
10MidfielderO. Kiteishvili7.213G3A
8MidfielderA. Prass
11MidfielderM. Sarkaria
13ForwardJ. Jantscher
9ForwardR. Højlund

Recent Form

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

Austria Vienna

LDLWLW

Sturm Graz

DDWDWW

Austria Vienna vs Sturm Graz Head to Head Results

Austria Vienna and Sturm Graz have met 55 times — Austria Vienna won 21, Sturm Graz won 22, with 12 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Sturm Graz leads the head-to-head with 22 victories from 55 meetings. A combined 156 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.84 per match (74 for the home side, 82 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 32 matches (58%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 31 games (56%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–5 in 2026.

21

Austria Vienna

12

Drawn

22

Sturm Graz

Goals: 74Goals: 82

Recent Meetings (55)

15 Mar 2026Austria Vienna2 – 5Sturm Graz
14 Dec 2025Austria Vienna3 – 1Sturm Graz
14 Sept 2025Sturm Graz0 – 1Austria Vienna
27 Apr 2025Sturm Graz0 – 1Austria Vienna
23 Apr 2025Austria Vienna2 – 1Sturm Graz
7 Feb 2025Sturm Graz2 – 2Austria Vienna
1 Feb 2025Sturm Graz0 – 2Austria Vienna
25 Sept 2024Austria Vienna2 – 2Sturm Graz
2 Feb 2024Sturm Graz2 – 0Austria Vienna
29 Oct 2023Sturm Graz0 – 1Austria Vienna
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026