Sturm Graz reviews its Bundesliga form and recent clashes with Rapid Vienna. The BBC published detailed statistics on the encounter between the two Bundesliga rivals.
What is Sturm Graz's league position?
Sturm Graz occupies fourth place in the Austrian Bundesliga after five matchdays. The team under coach Fabio Ingolitsch has collected eight points so far. The record shows two wins, two draws, and one loss. In attack, the team scored six goals while conceding five. This results in a current goal difference of +1. In the overall standings, Sturm Graz trails league leaders Rapid Vienna by four points. The recent form guide is given as LDWWD. You can find the complete schedule and current league table on our fixtures and standings page.
What do the lineups and match data against Rapid show?
Fabio Ingolitsch deployed a 4-2-2-2 formation against Rapid Vienna. Sturm Graz had 44.6 percent possession in this match. The team managed 19 shots, with five on target. Defensively, they made 13 tackles, winning 53.8 percent of them. The team committed eleven fouls and received three yellow cards. From set pieces, Graz had four corners. The defensive work is also reflected in 27 clearances.
How did the recent head-to-head matches with Rapid Vienna go?
The recent encounters between Sturm Graz and Rapid Vienna were extremely close and volatile. On May 17, 2026, Sturm Graz secured a 2-0 home win. Earlier, on November 2, 2025, there was a 2-1 victory for Graz. Rapid Vienna, however, got revenge on April 5, 2026, with a 2-0 win. Another match on November 2, 2025, ended 2-1 for the Viennese side. These results highlight the balanced rivalry in the Bundesliga. Further detailed statistics on past matches are available on our stats page.
Which other matches shaped the season?
In addition to Bundesliga matches, Sturm Graz also played games in the UEFA Champions League. Against Fenerbahçe, the team suffered several defeats: 1-0 and 2-0 in two matches, as well as further 2-0 and 1-0 losses on specific dates. In the domestic league, however, clear victories were achieved. Sturm Graz won 2-0 against SCR Altach. The two meetings with TSV Hartberg also ended successfully with 1-0 and 2-0 wins for Graz. These results show strong performances in national competitions.
What's next for Sturm Graz?
The next challenge for Sturm Graz is a home game. On September 13, 2026, the Bundesliga fourth-placed team hosts LASK Linz. The opponent from Linz is currently in second place, making this duel a real top match of the ongoing season. All information about the current squad can be found on our squad page.
