Rapid Wien vs Sturm Prediction 18 May 2025
Rapid Vienna welcome Sturm Graz in a clash that promises to be action-packed and unpredictable. The two clubs sit at different ends of the league table: Rapid aim to solidify their fifth-place standing, while Sturm confidently lead the pack. Their recent form also contrasts sharply-Rapid have managed only three wins in their last ten matches, whereas Sturm have claimed victory in seven out of ten. The teams' playing styles differ as well: Rapid focus on defense and cautious attacks, while Sturm aggressively capitalize on their opportunities up front. This encounter could prove to be a real test for both sides.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 04 April 2025 and ended with a 2-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (home team - Sturm Graz):
- possession: 45% vs 55%;
- corners: 5 vs 6;
- fouls: 12 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 2.
📊 Statistical preview of official meetings between Rapid and Sturm Graz:
- 55 matches played;
- home wins - 18, away wins - 19, draws - 18;
- goals scored - 75 against 73;
- average first-half total - 1.24, second-half - 1.45;
- average total goals per match - 2.69.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Rapid Wien Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the Bundesliga, featuring Austria Vienna as the home side against Rapid. The match concluded with a 1-2 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Rapid vs Austria Vienna):
- possession: 36% vs 64%;
- corners: 3 vs 10;
- fouls: 12 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 5;
- shots on target: 3 vs 5.
Rapid Vienna are navigating a challenging phase this season. The Green-Whites have encountered difficulties up front, managing to score just 0.8 goals per match over their last ten games, compared to their season average of 1.27 goals per game. Their defense has also shown vulnerabilities, conceding 1.7 goals per match in recent outings. Currently sitting fifth in the league table, they have room for improvement as they aim to climb higher before the season concludes. Their most recent head-to-head against Sturm ended in a 0-2 defeat away from home.
Match Results: Rapid Wien
Sturm Graz Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Bundesliga, with Sturm Graz hosting Red Bull Salzburg. The match ended with a 4-2 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Sturm Graz vs Red Bull Salzburg):
- possession: 41% vs 59%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 5;
- fouls: 10 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 5.
Sturm Graz are showcasing impressive form, topping the league table thanks to their attacking prowess and defensive stability. The "Blackies" average 2.13 goals per game, while their defense concedes less than a goal almost every time. With seven wins in their last ten matches, the visitors appear confident ahead of their upcoming clash with Rapid. Additionally, their head-to-head history with the Vienna side is in their favor-their most recent encounter ended with a 2-0 victory.
Match Results: Sturm Graz
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 55;
- Home team first-half wins - 12; Away team first-half wins - 5; Draws - 9;
- Average first-half total: 1.24;
- Today's hosts average 0.62 goals, visitors - 0.62.
First-Half Statistics: Rapid (home) vs Sturm Graz (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
- Wins: 8 (53%) vs 6 (40%);
- Losses: 1 (7%) vs 4 (27%);
- Draws: 6 (40%) vs 5 (33%);
- Average goals scored: 1.33 vs 1.07;
- Average goals conceded: 0.33 vs 0.47.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 2 vs 4;
- Losses: 3 vs 2;
- Draws: 5 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 0.9 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 0.5) vs 1 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.4).
- Rapid have scored in the first half at home in five consecutive head-to-head matches against this team (Bundesliga).
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 55;
- Home wins - 18, Away wins - 19, Draws - 18.
- Rapid have failed to win in 15 of the last 17 head-to-head meetings with this team (Bundesliga).
- Rapid have failed to win in 7 of the last 8 head-to-head encounters.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Current home side average goals - 1.36, away side - 1.33;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.69;
- Both teams scored: overall - 35 times; at the home team's ground - 15 times.
Statistics: Rapid vs Sturm Graz
- Average tournament total: 2.5 vs. 3.3;
- Average goals scored: 1.27 vs. 2.13;
- First-half average total: 0.7 vs. 0.9;
- Second-half average total: 0.57 vs. 1.23;
- Rapid: average home total in the tournament - 1.6;
- Sturm Graz: average away total in the tournament - 1.47;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 0.8 (home - 0.6) vs. 1.9 (away - 1.4).
- Rapid score less than 1.5 goals in 14 of the last 15 head-to-head meetings with this team.
- Rapid score less than 1.5 goals in 12 of the last 13 head-to-head meetings with this team (Bundesliga).
- Rapid score less than 1.5 goals at home in 8 of the last 9 head-to-head meetings with this team.
- Rapid score less than 1.5 goals at home in 7 of the last 8 head-to-head meetings with this team (Bundesliga).
Corners Prediction
Rapid: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 6.43; at home - 7.33;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 6.6; at home - 7.8.
Sturm Graz: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 5.07, away - 5.4;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.2; away - 5.2.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 4.48 (2.24 for the home side and 2.24 for the visitors);
- Average yellow cards at the home ground - 4.85 (2.23 for the home side and 2.62 for the visitors).
Rapid: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 2.23; at home - 2.07;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2.5; at home - 2.6.
Sturm Graz: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 2.17, away - 2.6;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.9; away - 2.2.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 55;
- Both teams scored overall - 35 times;
- At the home team's ground - 15 times.
Editorial Prediction
Taking into account the current form of both teams and their previous encounters, we can anticipate a tightly contested match with few goals likely to be scored. Despite the visitors from Graz being the favorites, history suggests a low-scoring affair: a total of fewer than three goals has occurred in seven of the last eight meetings between these teams. Given this and the overall level of play on both sides, betting on under 2.5 goals seems like a reasonable choice for this match.
Betting Tips: Rapid Wien - Sturm Graz
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