Football Result
Otar Kiteishvili 12' Pen
Verification of the Result Prediction
Power Comparison in the League
Game Stats
Team Formations
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
H2H Record before the game
LASK Linz
Draws
SK Sturm Graz
The Austrian Bundesliga match on 2025-08-01 at the Raiffeisen Arena saw SK Sturm Graz defeat LASK Linz 2-0. Leon Grgic scored early in the 9th minute, followed by Otar Kiteishvili converting a penalty in the 12th. Despite LASK Linz dominating possession with 60.2%, they struggled to create clear chances, managing only one shot on target out of ten total shots. SK Sturm Graz, with 39.8% possession, were more clinical, registering 7 shots on target from a total of 18.
The AI prediction favored a LASK Linz win, with a 40.8% probability, but SK Sturm Graz defied the odds (34.7% win probability). The game was predicted to be balanced, and the prediction was incorrect. LASK committed 11 fouls and received 4 yellow cards, while Sturm committed 13 fouls and received 2 yellows. LASK's save total was 5, while Sturm's was only 1, reflecting LASK's defensive pressure despite their attacking struggles.
LASK Linz, in their previous games, has shown inconsistency, mixing wins with losses and draws. Their attack seems to be lacking sharpness in recent matches, especially considering they failed to score at home. Their next game is against WSG Swarovski Tirol. Given WSG's poor form and LASK's higher team rate, LASK will be hoping to bounce back. LASK lost the previous match against Rapid Vienna (3-0).
SK Sturm Graz, on the other hand, despite some recent inconsistencies, demonstrated their ability to capitalize on opportunities in this game. Their recent form has been mixed, with wins, losses, and draws. Sturm Graz's next game is at home against Rapid Vienna. Historically, matches between these two are competitive. Sturm lost 3-1 to Rapid Vienna in a previous match.
Looking at previous head-to-head matches, SK Sturm Graz has had a slight edge over LASK Linz. This result continues that trend, highlighting SK Sturm Graz's tactical effectiveness against LASK Linz.
On August 1st, 2025, LASK Linz will face SK Sturm Graz at the Raiffeisen Arena in Linz. An AI model has predicted a LASK Linz victory in this Austrian Bundesliga clash. Despite SK Sturm Graz having a slightly higher team rate (0.699 vs LASK's 0.632), the AI gives LASK Linz a 40.8% chance of winning, compared to Sturm Graz's 34.7%. The probability of a draw is calculated at 24.6%.
LASK Linz's recent form has been mixed, with recent wins against Rapid Vienna (3-1) and TSV Hartberg (2-0), but also losses to Rapid Vienna (0-3) and Grazer AK (0-1). Key player Marin Ljubicic will be crucial for LASK's attack, aiming to add to his goal tally.
SK Sturm Graz's recent results show a similar pattern, including a 4-2 victory over RB Salzburg, but losses against Rapid Vienna and Austria Vienna. Their star midfielder, Otar Kiteishvili, will need to be at his best to overcome LASK's defense.
Head-to-head records are closely contested. The AI's prediction leans towards a home win, potentially influenced by LASK's strong home advantage and tactical adjustments. Football fans worldwide await to see if the AI will be proven right.