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SK Sturm Graz - LASK Linz
Austria Bundesliga - Merkur Arena
Prediction 1
Over 2.5 Goals
4/6 (1.67)
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Prediction 2
BTTS
13/20 (1.65)
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* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
FW Predictions for Sturm Graz vs LASK
Here are our predictions for the Championship Round fixture in the Austria Bundesliga between Sturm Graz and LASK. The hosts have already secured second place in the table and LASK are assured to finish in third position, so there isn't anything to play for but pride this weekend and we're still expecting an entertaining 90-minutes at the Merkur Arena.
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Over 2.5 Goals
Our first Sturm Graz vs LASK prediction regards the total goals scored by both teams. Over 2.5 goals have been scored in three of the last six meetings between these two clubs, including LASK's 2-1 home win over Sturm Graz back in April. Five of Sturm Graz and three of LASK's last sic outings in league and cup have also witnessed at least three goals scored, adding further weight to our first prediction for Saturday's clash.
Both Teams to Score
Our second Sturm Graz vs LASK prediction delves into the Both Teams to Score market. There is a good chance that we will be treated to goals at both ends of the pitch this weekend as four of the last six encounters between Sturm Graz and LASK have finished the same way. Both teams have also scored in five of the hosts' and four of the visitors' last six outings, so you can see just why we're not counting on either side keeping a clean sheet on Saturday.
Sturm Graz vs LASK Odds and Probabilities
Last Five - SK Sturm Graz
01/10/23
Austria Bundesliga AUB
WSG Swarovski Tirol
SK Sturm Graz
0
0
D
27/09/23
Austria Cup Austria
SV Leobendorf
SK Sturm Graz
0
0
D
24/09/23
Austria Bundesliga AUB
Rapid Vienna
SK Sturm Graz
1
1
D
21/09/23
UEFA Europa League UEL
Sporting
SK Sturm Graz
2
1
L
16/09/23
Austria Bundesliga AUB
FC Salzburg
SK Sturm Graz
2
2
D
Last Five - LASK Linz
30/09/23
Austria Bundesliga AUB
Wolfsberger AC
LASK Linz
0
0
D
27/09/23
Austria Cup Austria
SC Imst
LASK Linz
0
0
D
24/09/23
Austria Bundesliga AUB
Hartberg
LASK Linz
0
0
D
21/09/23
UEFA Europa League UEL
Liverpool
LASK Linz
3
1
L
16/09/23
Austria Bundesliga AUB
Austria Klagenfurt
LASK Linz
1
3
W
Let's take a look at the latest markets and odds ahead of Sturm Graz vs LASK.
Sturm Graz odds: 4/5 (1.80) – 55.6%
Draw odds: 3/1 (4.00) – 25%
LASK odds: 16/5 (4.20) – 23.6%
*all odds provided are the best price at the time of publication and come from various bookmakers and therefore the probabilities won't always add up to 100%.
Strum Graz are the expected winners of this game with a probability of 55.6%, but we are expecting a close and competitive 90-minutes between two sides that sit just a place apart in the Bundesliga table. If you need more football betting tips on this game then we suggest taking a look at the Correct Score market. The odds are also decent in this particular market and to match up with our other two tips, we have picked three possible scorelines for Saturday's match. You can back a 2-1 Sturm Graz win at 15/2 (8.50) with a probability of 11.8%, while the price on a 2-2 draw currently stands at 14/1 (15.00) and a probability of 6.7%. If you want to back LASK to win 2-1 the odds stand at 14/1 (15.00) and the probability is once again, 6.7%.
Sturm Graz vs LASK Lineups and Last Match
Sturm Graz
Sturm Graz came out on the wrong end of a 3-2 scoreline when they made the trip to Rapid Vienna last weekend. Despite taking a two-goal lead in the opening 33-minutes through Sarkaria and Kiteishvili, Sturm Graz went in at the break level at two goals apiece and another goal from the hosts in the second half proved enough to win the game. Borkovic, Ingolitsch and Ajeti are the three main injury concerns for the home side this weekend.
Predicted Lineup – Okonkwo (GK), Gorenc-Stankovič, Wüthrich, Gazibegović, Affengruber, Schnegg, Hierländer, Kiteishvili, Prass, Sarkaria & Emegha
LASK
LASK were in good form last time out at home to Austria Vienna, running out comfortable 3-1 winners in the end. Nakamura fired the home side in front after just 4-minutes but the visitors equalised early in the second forty-five. LASK responded well and move back in front via Ljubicic in the 80th minute and secure their victory through Usor in the final minute. Taoui, Wiesinger, Boller, Letard and Anseim could all miss the final game of the campaign due to injury.
Predicted Lineup – Lawal (GK), Potzmann, Ziereis, Stojković, Luckeneder, Michorl, Horvath, Flecker, Nakamura, Žulj & Mustapha
Starting Lineups
SK Sturm Graz
LASK Linz
*Lineups are usually announced 1hr before kick-off
Player to Watch: Keito Nakamura
LASK's Japanese midfielder has made a real name for himself this season, scoring some crucial goals and playing to a very high and consistent level.
The 22-year-old could be destined for a big-money move this summer after scoring 14-goals in the Bundesliga for LASK, the first time he has reached double figures in his short career.
Nakamura moved to Europe from Gamba Osaka in 2019, playing some decent football for Twente and Sint-Truiden but never really earned the game time he deserved. Now, after playing in the second tier of Austrian football, Nakamura is impressing with LASK with almost a goal every 2-games, so we're backing the Japanese star to impress once again this weekend.
