12 March 2023 at 16:00

Referee: S. Ebner

Match Summary

Sturm Graz defeated Austria Vienna 3:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2022. Goals were scored by E. Emegha 34′, H. Tabaković 36′, E. Emegha 65′, M. Sarkaria 71′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Sturm Graz had 49% possession while Austria Vienna held 51%. Sturm Graz had 18 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Austria Vienna. Sturm Graz made 5 substitutions, Austria Vienna made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Sturm Graz and Austria Vienna — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Sturm Graz
Austria Vienna
Kick Off
E. Emegha

assist: A. Prass

34′
36′
H. Tabaković

assist: A. Jukić

Half Time
E. Emegha

assist: D. Schnegg

65′
S. HierländerBryan Teixeira
67′
71′
72′
C. KelesM. Braunöder
73′
N. DovedanM. Polster
T. HorvatI. Ljubic
78′
81′
D. LeidnerD. Fitz
A. PrassD. Affengruber
86′
D. SchneggA. Danté
86′
E. EmeghaM. Fuseini
87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Sturm Graz had 49% possession against Austria Vienna's 51%. Sturm Graz registered 18 shots (7 on target) while Austria Vienna managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 8–3. Fouls committed: 13–10.

7Shots on Goal1
7Shots off Goal4
18Total Shots7
4Blocked Shots2
14Shots insidebox4
4Shots outsidebox3
13Fouls10
8Corner Kicks3
1Offsides6
49%Ball Possession51%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves4
383Total passes387
249Passes accurate260
65%Passes %67%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

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

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sturm Graz is 6.93, compared to 6.80 for Austria 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 T. Horvat (7.24), while Austria Vienna's best-rated player is R. Ranftl (6.93).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sturm Graz have contributed 4 goals and 6 assists this season, led by J. Gorenc Stankovič (2G). Austria Vienna's starters account for 6 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by M. Fischer (4G). 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 Austria Vienna's 3-man backline averaging 6.66. 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 Austria Vienna's 4 rated 6.88. 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 Austria 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 74% for Sturm Graz and 74% for Austria 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 10 for Austria 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 28.5 (youngest: J. Gazibegović (25), oldest: S. Hierländer (34)), while Austria Vienna average 30.0 (youngest: J. Handl (27), oldest: R. Ranftl (33)). 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 22 for Austria 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 Graz4-3-1-23-4-3Austria Vienna
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Okonkwo22Gazibeg.5Wüthrich6Borković28Schnegg25Hierlän.4Stankov.8Prass19Horvat20Emegha11Sarkaria1Früchtl46Handl66Martins20Mühl26Ranftl30Fischer77Jukić16Leidner7Keles25Tabakov.10Dovedan

Substitutes

Coach: C. Ilzer

Substitutes

Coach: M. Wimmer

Sturm GrazPosition StrengthAustria Vienna
6.93
Avg Rating
6.80
6.90Defender (4 v 3)6.66
0G 0A0G 0A
6.94Midfielder (4 v 4)6.88
4G 6A6G 1A
Sturm Graz4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperA. Okonkwo
22DefenderJ. Gazibegović6.9
5DefenderG. Wüthrich
6DefenderA. Borković
28DefenderD. Schnegg
25MidfielderS. Hierländer6.5
4MidfielderJ. Gorenc Stankovič7.12G1A
8MidfielderA. Prass
19MidfielderT. Horvat7.22G5A
20ForwardE. Emegha
11ForwardM. Sarkaria
Austria Vienna3-4-3
1GoalkeeperC. Früchtl
46DefenderJ. Handl6.7
66DefenderM. Martins
20DefenderL. Mühl
26MidfielderR. Ranftl6.92G
30MidfielderM. Fischer6.84G1A
77MidfielderA. Jukić
16MidfielderD. Leidner
7ForwardC. Keles
25ForwardH. Tabaković
10ForwardN. Dovedan

Recent Form

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

Sturm Graz

DDWDWW

Austria Vienna

LDLWLW

Sturm Graz vs Austria Vienna Head to Head Results

Sturm Graz and Austria Vienna have met 55 times — Sturm Graz won 21, Austria Vienna won 22, with 12 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Austria Vienna leads the head-to-head with 22 victories from 55 meetings. A combined 158 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.87 per match (81 for the home side, 77 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

Sturm Graz

12

Drawn

22

Austria Vienna

Goals: 81Goals: 77

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: 15 Mar 2026