Prediction Sturm Graz - SCR Altach
Six points separate second-placed Sturm Graz from eighth-placed SCR Altach as the two sides prepare to clash at the Merkur Arena on March 8, 2026. The hosts, sitting comfortably on 34 points, will be eager to consolidate their position near the summit, while Altach arrive on 28 points looking to close the gap on the upper echelons.
Sturm Graz have shown mixed recent form with two wins against FC BW Linz and Ried sandwiching a defeat to WSG Wattens. In contrast, SCR Altach appear to be gathering momentum, remaining unbeaten in their last three outings with victories over Austria Vienna and FC BW Linz, plus a goalless draw against TSV Hartberg.
The stage is set for an intriguing encounter between contrasting fortunes and ambitions.
Standings Sturm Graz - SCR Altach
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | +/- | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Red Bull Salzburg
|
21 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 42 | 25 | +17 | 37 |
| 2 |
Sturm Graz
|
21 | 11 | 2 | 8 | 31 | 26 | +5 | 35 |
| 3 |
Lask Linz
|
21 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 29 | 29 | +0 | 34 |
| 4 |
Austria Vienna
|
21 | 10 | 3 | 8 | 32 | 30 | +2 | 33 |
| 5 |
TSV Hartberg
|
21 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 28 | 23 | +5 | 32 |
| 6 |
Rapid Vienna
|
21 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 25 | 25 | +0 | 30 |
| 7 |
SCR Altach
|
21 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 22 | 21 | +1 | 29 |
| 8 |
Ried
|
21 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 26 | 28 | -2 | 28 |
| 9 |
WSG Wattens
|
21 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 29 | 30 | -1 | 28 |
| 10 |
Wolfsberger AC
|
21 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 30 | 29 | +1 | 26 |
| 11 |
Grazer AK
|
21 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 22 | 34 | -12 | 20 |
| 12 |
FC BW Linz
|
21 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 19 | 35 | -16 | 14 |
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | +/- | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
SCR Altach
|
11 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 14 | 10 | +4 | 20 |
| 2 |
Lask Linz
|
10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 14 | +1 | 19 |
| 3 |
Red Bull Salzburg
|
11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 22 | 14 | +8 | 18 |
| 4 |
Austria Vienna
|
11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 15 | -1 | 17 |
| 5 |
TSV Hartberg
|
10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 10 | +2 | 15 |
| ... | |||||||||
| 8 |
Ried
|
10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 11 | +1 | 15 |
| 9 |
Rapid Vienna
|
10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 12 | +1 | 14 |
| 10 |
Grazer AK
|
11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 16 | -1 | 14 |
| 11 |
Sturm Graz
|
10 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 14 | -4 | 13 |
| 12 |
FC BW Linz
|
11 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 18 | -4 | 10 |
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | +/- | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Sturm Graz
|
11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 21 | 12 | +9 | 22 |
| 2 |
Red Bull Salzburg
|
10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 20 | 11 | +9 | 19 |
| 3 |
TSV Hartberg
|
11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 16 | 13 | +3 | 17 |
| 4 |
Austria Vienna
|
10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 15 | +3 | 16 |
| 5 |
Rapid Vienna
|
11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 12 | 13 | -1 | 16 |
| ... | |||||||||
| 7 |
Ried
|
11 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 14 | 17 | -3 | 13 |
| 8 |
WSG Wattens
|
11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 16 | -3 | 13 |
| 9 |
Wolfsberger AC
|
10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 14 | 15 | -1 | 11 |
| 10 |
SCR Altach
|
10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 11 | -3 | 9 |
| 11 |
Grazer AK
|
10 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 18 | -11 | 6 |
| 12 |
FC BW Linz
|
10 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 17 | -12 | 4 |
Sturm Graz sit in 2nd position with 34 points from 20 matches, just 2 points behind leaders Red Bull Salzburg. SCR Altach occupy 8th place with 28 points, maintaining a comfortable +13-point cushion above the relegation zone.
The 6-point gap between the sides reflects their contrasting standings. Sturm Graz are firmly in the title race, while Altach hold a secure mid-table position. Both teams show similar recent form with 2 wins in their last 5 matches. Sturm's superior goal difference (+5 vs +1) underlines their stronger attacking output. The hosts will aim to maintain pressure at the summit, whilst Altach seek to consolidate their safe league standing.
Recent Form Sturm Graz - SCR Altach
Sturm Graz
Ried
WSG Wattens
FC BW Linz
Wolfsberger AC
SCR Altach
FC BW Linz
TSV Hartberg
Austria Vienna
Rapid Vienna
Form Analysis: Sturm Graz vs SCR Altach
Current Form: SCR Altach holds a marginal edge with 10 points from their last 5 matches (3W-1D-1L) compared to Sturm Graz's 9 points (3W-2L). Altach's form shows L-W-W-D-W, while Sturm Graz displays an alternating W-L-W-L-W pattern.
Attacking & Defensive Trends: Altach has been more prolific recently with 6 goals scored versus Sturm Graz's 4. Defensively, both teams are solid, conceding just 2 goals each in their last 5 outings. Altach recently defeated Sturm Graz 3-1 in the Cup.
Home/Away Factor: This match presents a crucial dynamic - Sturm Graz struggles at home (4W-1D-5L, 10 GF, 14 GA) but excels away (7W-3L). Conversely, Altach is strong at home (5W-4D-1L) but vulnerable away (2W-3D-5L), suggesting Sturm Graz faces a challenging home fixture against in-form visitors.
Upcoming Matches
Sturm Graz
SCR Altach
Cup
Complete Statistics Sturm Graz - SCR Altach
Sturm Graz
SCR Altach
Statistical Comparison
Season Statistics Analysis: Sturm Graz vs SCR Altach
Attacking Performance Comparison
Sturm Graz demonstrates superior offensive capabilities with 29 total goals at an average of 1.5 goals per match, significantly outperforming Altach's 21 goals and 1.1 average. O. Kiteishvili leads Graz's attack with impressive figures of 8 goals and 3 assists in 17 appearances, showcasing consistent productivity. Altach relies on P. Greil (7 goals, 1 assist, 19 apps) and O. Diawara (5 goals, 17 apps) for their attacking output.
Defensive Solidity Analysis
Altach holds the defensive edge, conceding just 20 goals at 1.0 per match compared to Graz's 24 goals conceded at 1.2 average. Both teams maintain similar clean sheet records with Graz on 8 and Altach on 7, indicating organized defensive structures.
Notable Statistics & Discipline
Disciplinary records reveal Altach's more aggressive approach with 48 yellow cards and 4 red cards versus Graz's 42 yellows and 2 reds. Graz shows a concerning late-game discipline trend with 30.95% of yellows occurring in the final 15 minutes. Any prediction must consider Graz's attacking superiority against Altach's defensive resilience.
Historical Record Balance
The head-to-head record surprisingly favors SCR Altach with 3 wins against Sturm Graz's solitary victory across their last 5 meetings. One match ended in a draw. This represents an unexpected dominance by Altach over the traditionally stronger Sturm Graz side.
Recent Trends of Clashes
Altach's recent form against Sturm is impressive, including a commanding 3-1 Cup victory in February 2026. However, Sturm secured a clean 2-0 away win in October 2025, showing they can still dominate. Matches average 2.4 goals, typically producing tight 1-0 or 2-1 scorelines.
Notable Matches in History
The February 2026 Cup clash stands out as Altach's most emphatic victory. Sturm's 2-1 home win in August 2024 demonstrated their fortress mentality at home.
Lessons for the Upcoming Match
Any prediction must consider Altach's psychological edge despite Sturm's superior league standing. Home advantage appears crucial, with both teams performing better on their own turf in this fixture.
Sturm Graz vs SCR Altach - Expert Analysis
Synthesis of Forces
This Austrian Bundesliga encounter presents a compelling contrast between Sturm Graz's fortress-like home presence and Altach's recent momentum. Graz demonstrates superior defensive organization with 8 clean sheets and concedes just 1.2 goals per match, while their 1.5 goals-per-game output reflects consistent attacking efficiency. Altach arrives unbeaten in three, including an impressive victory over Austria Vienna, showcasing their current confidence and tactical resilience.
Deciding Factors
The Merkur-Arena advantage cannot be overstated—Sturm Graz's home record has been formidable this season. Their defensive solidity, combined with historical dominance (3 wins in 5 head-to-head meetings), positions them as favorites. However, Altach's recent form and psychological boost from their Austria Vienna triumph could prove disruptive if Graz fails to control the tempo early.
Main Prediction
Sturm Graz to Win (2-0 or 2-1) - The hosts' defensive discipline and home advantage should prove decisive against Altach's momentum.
Secondary Betting Tips
- Under 2.5 Goals: Both teams show defensive strength
- Sturm Graz Clean Sheet: 8 shutouts validate this selection
- First Half Draw: Cautious start expected
Conclusion
Sturm Graz's combination of home dominance, defensive excellence, and historical superiority makes them the logical choice for a narrow but controlled victory in this prediction.