20 August 2022 at 17:30

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Full Time
Referee: W. Altmann

Match Summary

Lask Linz defeated Sturm Graz 1:0. The match was played in Bundesliga 2022. Goals were scored by K. Nakamura 65′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Sturm Graz had 46% possession while Lask Linz held 54%. Sturm Graz had 13 shots (3 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Lask Linz. Sturm Graz made 5 substitutions, Lask Linz made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Sturm Graz and Lask Linz — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Sturm Graz
Lask Linz
Kick Off
Half Time
61′
M. LjubičićE. Koulouris
M. SarkariaJ. Jantscher
64′
65′
K. Nakamura

assist: R. Žulj

D. AffengruberA. Borković
72′
S. HierländerM. Wels
72′
73′
R. ŽuljS. Horvath
T. HorvatE. Emegha
83′
A. PrassI. Ljubic
83′
85′
R. RennerM. Potzmann
85′
K. NakamuraÁ. Kecskés
Full Time

Match Statistics

Sturm Graz had 46% possession against Lask Linz's 54%. Sturm Graz registered 13 shots (3 on target) while Lask Linz managed 6 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 11–14.

3Shots on Goal2
6Shots off Goal2
13Total Shots6
4Blocked Shots2
8Shots insidebox4
5Shots outsidebox2
11Fouls14
4Corner Kicks6
2Offsides3
46%Ball Possession54%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
326Total passes386
220Passes accurate275
67%Passes %71%

Lineups

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

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sturm Graz is 6.93, compared to — for Lask Linz. 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 T. Horvat (7.24), while Lask Linz's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sturm Graz have contributed 4 goals and 6 assists this season, led by J. Gorenc-Stankovic (2G). Lask Linz'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 Lask Linz'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 6.94, versus Lask Linz'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 Lask Linz 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 —% for Lask Linz. 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 0 for Lask Linz. 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 28.5 (youngest: J. Gazibegović (25), oldest: S. Hierländer (34)), while Lask Linz 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 15 league appearances each, versus 0 for Lask Linz. 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 Graz4-3-1-24-2-3-1Lask Linz
GKDEFMIDFWD
27Siebenh.22Gazibeg.42Affengr.5Wüthrich28Schnegg25Hierlän.4Gorenc-.8Prass19Horvat9Højlund11Sarkaria1Schlager22Stojkov.5Ziereis33Luckene.7Renner18Jovičić8Michorl27Goiging.10Žulj38Nakamura11Ljubičić

Substitutes

Coach: C. Ilzer

Substitutes

Coach: D. Kühbauer

Sturm GrazPosition StrengthLask Linz
6.93
Avg Rating
6.90Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.94Midfielder (4 v 5)
4G 6A0G 0A
Sturm Graz4-3-1-2
27GoalkeeperJ. Siebenhandl
22DefenderJ. Gazibegović6.9
42DefenderD. Affengruber
5DefenderG. Wüthrich
28DefenderD. Schnegg
25MidfielderS. Hierländer6.5
4MidfielderJ. Gorenc-Stankovic7.12G1A
8MidfielderA. Prass
19MidfielderT. Horvat7.22G5A
9ForwardR. Højlund
11ForwardM. Sarkaria
Lask Linz4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperA. Schlager
22DefenderF. Stojković
5DefenderP. Ziereis
33DefenderF. Luckeneder
7DefenderR. Renner
18MidfielderB. Jovičić
8MidfielderP. Michorl
27MidfielderT. Goiginger
10MidfielderR. Žulj
38MidfielderK. Nakamura
11ForwardM. Ljubičić

Recent Form

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

Sturm Graz

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Lask Linz

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Sturm Graz vs Lask Linz Head to Head Results

Sturm Graz and Lask Linz have met 32 times — Sturm Graz won 13, Lask Linz won 12, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2017. Sturm Graz leads the head-to-head with 13 victories from 32 meetings. A combined 91 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.84 per match (44 for the home side, 47 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 16 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 16 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2025.

13

Sturm Graz

7

Drawn

12

Lask Linz

Goals: 44Goals: 47

Recent Meetings (32)

19 Apr 2026Lask Linz1 – 1Sturm Graz
23 Nov 2025Sturm Graz1 – 3Lask Linz
1 Aug 2025Lask Linz0 – 2Sturm Graz
16 Mar 2025Sturm Graz4 – 2Lask Linz
27 Oct 2024Lask Linz1 – 2Sturm Graz
12 May 2024Lask Linz2 – 2Sturm Graz
7 Apr 2024Sturm Graz1 – 0Lask Linz
5 Nov 2023Lask Linz3 – 1Sturm Graz
5 Aug 2023Sturm Graz2 – 0Lask Linz
3 Jun 2023Sturm Graz2 – 0Lask Linz
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026