Austria Klagenfurt vs Sturm Graz Prediction: Visiting Graz have to step up in this title race

The Austria Bundesliga League progresses to the Championship Group stage, and the pursuit of the title continues for Sturm Graz, who currently hold second place, as they prepare to face Austria Klagenfurt at 28 Black Arena. Ahead of this encounter, both teams managed only a solitary point against their respective opponents. Will there be a contrasting outcome in this match, or will a draw suffice for both teams?

Austria Klagenfurt enters this fixture following a Bundesliga draw against Rapid Vienna, ending in a 1-1 stalemate. During the match, Austria Klagenfurt maintained 42% possession and registered 7 shots on goal, with 4 of them finding the target. Christopher Wernitznig (73') was the lone scorer for Austria Klagenfurt, while Christoph Lang (39') found the net for Rapid Vienna. Peter Pacult's Austria Klagenfurt managed to hit the target a total of 8 times in their previous 6 outings, conceding 6 goals in the process.

In their previous outing, Sturm Graz settled for a 1-1 draw against Lille in the Conference League match. Mika Biereth (45') was the sole scorer for Sturm Graz, with Tiago Santos (43') finding the net for Lille. Under the guidance of Christian Ilzer, Sturm Graz converted their attacking endeavors into goals on 9 occasions in their last six matches, while conceding a total of 5 goals.

This fixture holds significant importance for both teams, with the hosts aiming for European football while the visitors have their sights set on the top spot, should Salzburg falter. Therefore, it is anticipated that we will witness an aggressive style of play. Despite playing away from home, Sturm Graz holds the upper hand, both on the field and on paper, suggesting a hard-fought victory for them.