Match Summary
Sturm Graz defeated SCR Altach 2:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2024. Goals were scored by M. Biereth 65′, T. Horvat 78′, L. Gugganig 87′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Sturm Graz had 62% possession while SCR Altach held 38%. Sturm Graz had 16 shots (6 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for SCR Altach. Sturm Graz made 5 substitutions, SCR Altach made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Mika Biereth 63′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sturm Graz and SCR Altach — 3 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: W. Bøving
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Match Statistics
Sturm Graz had 62% possession against SCR Altach's 38%. Sturm Graz registered 16 shots (6 on target) while SCR Altach managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 10–8.
Lineups
Sturm Graz lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under C. Ilzer, while SCR Altach deployed a 5-4-1 under J. Standfest.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sturm Graz is 6.99, compared to 6.95 for SCR Altach. 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 SCR Altach's best-rated player is D. Stojanovic (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sturm Graz have contributed 16 goals and 9 assists this season, led by O. Kiteishvili (12G). SCR Altach's starters account for 5 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by L. Gugganig (2G). 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 6.99 on average, against SCR Altach's 5-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 7.16, versus SCR Altach's 4 rated 6.93. 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 6.47, compared to 1 for SCR Altach 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 78% for Sturm Graz and 43% for SCR Altach. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 22 for SCR Altach. 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 26.4 (youngest: A. Camara (20), oldest: J. Gorenc Stankovič (29)), while SCR Altach average 26.6 (youngest: M. Ouédraogo (22), oldest: D. Stojanovic (32)). 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 16 league appearances each, versus 15 for SCR Altach. 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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sturm Graz have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. SCR Altach show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sturm Graz and SCR Altach have met 3 times — Sturm Graz won 2, SCR Altach won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Sturm Graz leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (5 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026