On Saturday, two matches will take place in the Austrian Bundesliga in Steiermark, where four teams have failed to secure a win during their season opener. First up is GAK against the promoted Austria Lustenau (17:00). Following that, Sturm Graz will face TSV Hartberg in the steirian derby (19:30), where Jürgen Heil, long-time captain of the club, will play for the visiting team on his second matchday.
Jürgen Heil, who has been playing for Sturm since this season, is set to face his former club for the second time in a row. This event is special for the 38-year-old Heil, as he has had strong ties with Hartberg and Sturm Graz over the years.
All four teams struggled during their season openers: GAK lost to FC Wiener Neustadt, Austria Lustenau against FK Liezen, TSV Hartberg against SK Rapid Wien, and Sturm Graz against FK Austria Wien.
Jürgen Heil's return to the TSV Hartberg stadium will likely create a special atmosphere. The former captain has experienced many crucial moments with both Hartberg and Sturm Graz over his career, which he now faces from the other side of the pitch.
The matches are crucial for all involved as they mark the season opener and the first exchange match of the season. Fans of Sturm Graz hope for a victory to strengthen their position in the table, while the other teams aim to quickly establish themselves in the league.
