Sturm Graz vs FC Blau Weiss Linz: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 August

Sturm Graz

W W D D D

1st place in Championship Playoffs

4 - 1

26/08/2023 11:00

FC Blau Weiss Linz

D W W W L

3rd place in Relegation Quarter

Austrian Bundesliga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sturm Graz vs FC Blau Weiss Linz on 26 August 2023 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sturm Graz vs FC Blau Weiss Linz preview before placing your bet.

Sturm Graz are currently 1st with 44 points after 10 matches.
FC Blau Weiss Linz sit 3rd with 22 points from 10 matches.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Sturm Graz and FC Blau Weiss Linz have each won 1 of the last 4 meetings, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 26/08/2023

Championship Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Sturm Graz	44	10	6	3	1	19	8	11
02 Red Bull Salzburg	42	10	5	2	3	29	17	12
03 LASK Linz	34	10	5	2	3	17	15	2
04 Rapid Wien	28	10	3	3	4	9	14	-5
05 TSV Hartberg	28	10	3	2	5	16	24	-8
06 SK Austria Klagenfurt	22	10	1	2	7	11	23	-12

Relegation Quarter	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Wolfsberger AC	31	10	4	4	2	12	7	5
02 Austria Wien	29	10	3	4	3	10	12	-2
03 FC Blau Weiss Linz	22	10	3	4	3	11	10	1
04 Rheindorf Altach	21	10	2	6	2	10	10	0
05 WSG Swarovski Tirol	19	10	3	3	4	9	13	-4
06 Austria Lustenau	16	10	2	5	3	9	9	0

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Red Bull Salzburg	50	22	15	5	2	45	12	33
02 Sturm Graz	46	22	13	7	2	37	15	22
03 LASK Linz	35	22	9	8	5	26	18	8
04 TSV Hartberg	34	22	9	7	6	33	28	5
05 SK Austria Klagenfurt	34	22	8	10	4	29	27	2
06 Rapid Wien	33	22	8	9	5	38	21	17
07 Austria Wien	33	22	9	6	7	25	22	3
08 Wolfsberger AC	30	22	8	6	8	29	32	-3
09 Rheindorf Altach	19	22	4	7	11	17	30	-13
10 FC Blau Weiss Linz	19	22	4	7	11	22	38	-16
11 WSG Swarovski Tirol	14	22	4	2	16	20	42	-22
12 Austria Lustenau	10	22	2	4	16	13	49	-36

Head To Head

02/07/2022 11:30

Sturm Graz

1 - 1

FC Blau Weiss Linz

INT CF

02/07/2021 11:30

Sturm Graz

1 - 3

FC Blau Weiss Linz

INT CF

11/01/2020 09:00

Sturm Graz

2 - 1

FC Blau Weiss Linz

INT CF

12/01/2018 09:00

Sturm Graz

2 - 2

FC Blau Weiss Linz

INT CF

Sturm Graz

25%

Draw

50%

FC Blau Weiss Linz

25%

Sturm Graz Last 6 matches

15/08/2023 14:30

Sturm Graz 1 - 3 PSV Eindhoven UEFA CL

12/08/2023 11:00

Sturm Graz 0 - 0 SK Austria Klagenfurt AUT D1

08/08/2023 14:30

PSV Eindhoven 4 - 1 Sturm Graz UEFA CL

05/08/2023 13:30

Sturm Graz 2 - 0 LASK Linz AUT D1

30/07/2023 11:00

Austria Wien 0 - 3 Sturm Graz AUT D1

26/07/2023 12:30

Strasbourg 3 - 0 Sturm Graz INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches FC Blau Weiss Linz

12/08/2023 13:30

LASK Linz 2 - 0 FC Blau Weiss Linz AUT D1

06/08/2023 11:00

FC Blau Weiss Linz 3 - 3 TSV Hartberg AUT D1

29/07/2023 11:00

Wolfsberger AC 2 - 1 FC Blau Weiss Linz AUT D1

22/07/2023 12:30

Wallern 1 - 5 FC Blau Weiss Linz AUT CUP

15/07/2023 11:59

FC Blau Weiss Linz 1 - 2 PSV Eindhoven INT CF

12/07/2023 11:59

FC Blau Weiss Linz 2 - 0 Diosgyor VTK INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Austrian Bundesliga

Played games

Sturm Graz

FC Blau Weiss Linz

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.75

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.72

Scored

Avg. per game

1.03

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.50

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 32 matches

YesNo

29 (91%)3 (9%)

In last 32 matches

NoYes

20 (63%)12 (38%)

Sturm Graz

Recent matches

FC Blau Weiss Linz

Under /Over

(75%)24 8(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)24 8(25%)

Under /Over

(38%)12 20(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)12 20(62%)

Under /Over

(34%)11 21(66%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(41%)13 19(59%)

/Yes

(50%)16 16(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)16 16(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sturm Graz

FC Blau Weiss Linz

Shots

Sturm Graz

Total shots

12.44 avg / game

Blocked

70 total

Avg. 2.69

FC Blau Weiss Linz

Total shots

9.88 avg / game

Blocked

80 total

Avg. 2.76

Sturm Graz Pass FC Blau Weiss Linz

Total passes

11966

Avg. 386 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

11355

Avg. 366 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

44%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sturm Graz

Played games

FC Blau Weiss Linz

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.44

Clean sheets

0.28

5.44

174

Corners

123

3.84

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.75

Offsides

1.63

2.41

GK saves

101

3.16

Sturm Graz

DISCIPLINARY

FC Blau Weiss Linz

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.00

2.19

0.19

0.03

12.44

398

Fouls

383

11.97

15.41

493

Tackles

503

15.72

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How We Build the Sturm Graz vs FC Blau Weiss Linz Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sturm Graz vs FC Blau Weiss Linz on 26 August 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Austrian Bundesliga fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Sturm Graz vs FC Blau Weiss Linz Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sturm Graz's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against FC Blau Weiss Linz's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Austrian Bundesliga Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Austrian Bundesliga standings and the Austrian Bundesliga form table to understand exactly where Sturm Graz and FC Blau Weiss Linz sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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