Sturm Graz vs Blau-Weiß Linz: match statistics
Sturm Graz are displaying significantly better form and statistics than Blau-Weiß Linz, supporting a home win. The hosts have won 33% of their home matches and hold an advantage in average xG (1.68 vs 1.04), indicating superior quality of chances created. Blau-Weiß Linz perform very poorly on the road with just 11% wins and as many as 78% losses, failing to score in 56% of their away matches. Furthermore, the visitors have a negative goal difference (-11) in away fixtures and average only 0.56 goals per away game. Although Sturm Graz lost their last match, their overall home statistics and substantial advantage over the recently lower-table opponent make them clear favorites for this encounter.
Sturm Graz vs Blau-Weiß Linz: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Sturm Graz played against Blau-Weiß Linz in Bundesliga (Austria). The game was played on February 22, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
Sturm Graz has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Blau-Weiß Linz has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses, with 0.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Sturm Graz scores 1.47 goals per game and allows 1.26. Blau-Weiß Linz scores 0.89 and allows 1.63. Games in this league average 2.63 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 53% of Sturm Graz's games and 37% of Blau-Weiß Linz's. The Over 2.5 rates are 53% and 42%, compared with league averages of 55% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Sturm Graz has the higher season xG average, 1.67 to 1.18 per game. Sturm Graz takes 14.6 shots per game, while Blau-Weiß Linz takes 11.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Sturm Graz leads at halftime in 37% of its games and scores 0.79 goals per game after halftime. Blau-Weiß Linz leads at halftime in 16% and scores 0.47 after halftime.
When the teams score
Sturm Graz's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (7 goals). For Blau-Weiß Linz, it is minutes 76-90+ (5 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Bundesliga games average 2.63 goals. Both teams score in 55% of games, and 52% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 7.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Sturm Graz are displaying significantly better form and statistics than Blau-Weiß Linz, supporting a home win. The hosts have won 33% of their home matches and hold an advantage in average xG (1.68 vs 1.04), indicating superior quality of chances created. Blau-Weiß Linz perform very poorly on the road with just 11% wins and as many as 78% losses, failing to score in 56% of their away matches. Furthermore, the visitors have a negative goal difference (-11) in away fixtures and average only 0.56 goals per away game. Although Sturm Graz lost their last match, their overall home statistics and substantial advantage over the recently lower-table opponent make them clear favorites for this encounter.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Sturm Graz | Blau-Weiß Linz | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 32% | 25% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.31 | 0.32 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Sturm Graz is 50% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - Sturm Graz · 0.8 pts / game - Blau-Weiß Linz
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Sturm Graz is 65% better for: goals scored per game.
1.47 goals / game - Sturm Graz · 0.89 goals / game - Blau-Weiß Linz
Sturm Graz is 29% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.26 goals / game - Sturm Graz · 1.63 goals / game - Blau-Weiß Linz
Sturm Graz scores in 89% of games (17 of 19 meczów), while Blau-Weiß Linz keeps a clean sheet in 16% (3 of 19 meczów).
Blau-Weiß Linz scores in 53% of games (10 of 19 meczów), while Sturm Graz keeps a clean sheet in 37% (7 of 19 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Sturm Graz
Over / Under - Blau-Weiß Linz
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Sturm Graz is 72% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.53 pts / game - Sturm Graz · 0.89 pts / game - Blau-Weiß Linz
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Sturm Graz - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 37% of games and wins 53%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Blau-Weiß Linz - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 16% of games and wins 21%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 20% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (7 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (5 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Sturm Graz
Blau-Weiß Linz
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Bundesliga).
Teams vs league
| Sturm Graz | Liga | Blau-Weiß Linz | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.74 | 2.63 | ▼ 2.53 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 53% | 55% | ▼ 37% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 53% | 52% | ▼ 42% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 37% | 25% | ▼ 16% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 63% | 74% | • 74% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 84% | 76% | ▼ 74% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Sturm Graz's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Blau-Weiß Linz. Games average 7.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Sturm Graz vs Blau-Weiß Linz?
The Bundesliga match finished Sturm Graz 1:0 Blau-Weiß Linz. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Sturm Graz vs Blau-Weiß Linz?
Sturm Graz score 1.47 goals per game on average and Blau-Weiß Linz 0.89. The Bundesliga average is 2.63 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 53% of Sturm Graz's matches and 37% of Blau-Weiß Linz's.
What form are Sturm Graz and Blau-Weiß Linz in?
Over the last 5 games Sturm Graz have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Blau-Weiß Linz 1-1-3 (0.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Sturm Graz vs Blau-Weiß Linz?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Sturm Graz vs Blau-Weiß Linz: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.