Sturm Graz vs Hartberg Prediction: Hosts have to be at top level

Merkur Arena will host the Austria Bundesliga League game between Sturm Graz and Hartberg. Let’s preview this game and make a prediction.

Sturm Graz started their league season with a defeat away from home against Rapid Vienna. In that game, the 30th-minute Dion Beljo strike was the difference. However, in their most recent encounter, this team played PSG in a quick friendly, which ended in a 2-2 draw. Heading into this fixture, Sturm Graz have not won a single game in five consecutive encounters at the end of regular time.

Hartberg will look to secure their first win of the season after a 1-2 defeat at the hands of LASK Linz last weekend. In that game, Philipp Ziereis gave their opponent the lead in the 29th minute. However, this team conceded the second time in the 57th minute, with Melayro Bogarde netting for LASK. While Dominik Prokop scored four minutes later, this team could not force a draw. Heading into this game, Hartberg have two wins in their last five matches, losing two and drawing one other. 

Expert Betting Tips

Sturm Graz expects an improved performance in this game if they want to defend their previous season's title win. However, Hartberg were strong against LASK Linz but could not take something out of that encounter. This game is crucial for the two teams, but the quality is on Sturm Graz, and I expect them to secure a win, a game that could end 2-0.