Sturm Graz ranks eighth in the Austrian Bundesliga for saves per match in the 2026/27 season. This is according to a recent statistic published by Google.
The team coached by Christian Ilzer averages 2.8 saves per game. Sturm's goalkeepers have made a total of eleven saves so far this campaign. These figures contrast with the team's strong league position, as they currently sit third with eight points from four matches. Their record is two wins and two draws, with a goal difference of plus three.
How do other Bundesliga teams compare?
The leaders in this statistic are Grazer AK and WSG Tirol. Both clubs record 4.8 saves per match and 19 total saves each. In third place is Wolfsberger AC with 4.7 per game, while TSV Hartberg and SK Rapid Wien are both at 4.0. Rapid Wien currently leads the Bundesliga table, with Sturm Graz just one point behind the leader. The next clash between these two contenders is already scheduled for August 30th.
Austria Wien occupies sixth place with 3.3 saves per match, closely followed by Austria Lustenau with 3.2. Behind Sturm Graz in eighth place are SV Ried (2.5), SCR Altach (2.0), and FC Red Bull Salzburg (1.7). The bottom of this ranking is LASK with just one save per game.
What do these numbers say about the defense?
The saves per match statistic is an indicator of the pressure on a team's own defense. A high value can mean the team allows many opposition chances, requiring the goalkeeper to be frequently called upon. Sturm Graz's position in the lower midfield with 2.8 saves per game could point to a controlled defensive performance. The low number of just two goals conceded in four games underscores this efficient defensive work. The complete team statistics can be viewed on our stats page.
How does this fit with the current season's performance?
The goalkeeper statistics are only one part of the overall picture. Sturm Graz started the season successfully with a DWWD form and is well placed in the title race. Defensive stability, conceding only two goals, is a key reason for this position. An overview of the current table situation is available on our standings page. The direct clash with league leaders Rapid Wien this coming Saturday will be an important test.
The coming weeks will show if the defensive organization can be maintained at this level. The low number of necessary saves suggests a well-organized team that wins the ball early and minimizes opponent chances. For fans, it remains exciting to see if this balance can be maintained throughout the demanding season. All upcoming fixtures, including the top match in Vienna, are listed in our fixtures calendar.
