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Sturm Graz was defeated in the first Europa League fixture in a 1-nil loss to Monaco. The big question is can they get the better of PSV in this fixture? Find out how we are tipping these teams to perform against each other in this match preview.
Top Free Picks for Sturm Graz vs PSV
Sturm Graz and PSV meet for the first time and in a Europa League fixture. After a comprehensive analysis of this game, we have narrowed down to the best bias-free predictions as follows:
- Double Chance: Sturm Graz to draw or win @ 1/1
- Total goals: Over 2.5@ 8/13
- The first team to score: Sturm Graz @13/8
Note: The odds from Betfred are correct at the time of writing.
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The hosts to draw or win
It is a surprise that the bookies have PSV as their favourites to win this game. But we think the match could go in favour of the hosts. Since losing the first Europa League fixture in Group B against Monaco, Sturm Graz has picked up momentum to win three times in a row and all with a clean sheet. They scored a total of 12 goals in the last three matches, which translates to an average of 4 goals per game. On the flipside, PSV hasn’t shown signs of improvement since drawing 2-2 with Real Sociedad in their first match. The visitors have since lost twice and won once but failed to keep a clean sheet in all the last three games.
Over 2.5
We expect a high scoring match when Strum Graz hosts PSV in the second Group B of Europa League fixtures between the two teams. The hosts have a remarkable improvement and should be merciless in scoring goals against struggling PSV.
Sturm Graz to open the scoring
We are tipping the hosts to open the scoring in this match. They have a strong defensive showing, having kept three consecutive clean sheet victories since losing their first Europa League game. On the other hand, PSV should struggle to prevent Sturm Graz from scoring given their weak defence.
Match Preview: Can Sturm Graz Bag the First Victory in Europa League Group Stages?
Our match preview below provides our readers with more insights into this game.
Sturm Graz
Sturm Graz lost 1-0 to AS Monaco in the first Group B fixture. But with home advantage, the hosts believe they can mount a strong challenge to bag some points in the second game. This will be the first encounters between Sturm Graz and PSV, which makes it a tense matchup. The hosts haven’t lost in the last six home matches and hope to extend it to seven. Hosting manager, Christian Ilzer averages an impressive 1.96 points in 51 games.
PSV
Kicking off the Europa League campaign with a 2-2 draw against Real Sociedad means PSV comes to this match with a two-goal deficit. The visitors have failed to register back to back victories in the last four matches. They come to this match with 1W, 1D and 2L in the last four matches, results largely attributed to defensive challenges. The visiting head coach, Roger Schmidt, averages 2.10 points in 61 matches.
Sturm Graz vs PSV: the Best Match Odds Handpicked from Top UK Bookies
PSVSK Sturm Graz vs PSV | |||
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25/11/21 UEL | PSV  PSV | 2 - 0 |  SK Sturm Graz SK Sturm Graz |
30/09/21 UEL | SK Sturm Graz SK Sturm Graz | 1 - 4 | PSV PSV |
SK Sturm Graz | |||
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Last 5 | |||
01/12/21 AB | SCR Altach  SCR Altach | 0 - 1 | SK Sturm Graz SK Sturm Graz |
28/11/21 AB | FK Austria Vienna  FK Austria Vienna | 2 - 1 | SK Sturm Graz SK Sturm Graz |
21/11/21 AB | SK Sturm Graz SK Sturm Graz | 3 - 3 |  LASK Linz LASK Linz |
04/11/21 UEL | Real Sociedad  Real Sociedad | 1 - 1 | SK Sturm Graz SK Sturm Graz |
31/10/21 AB | SK Sturm Graz SK Sturm Graz | 0 - 3 |  Wolfsberger AC Wolfsberger AC |
PSV | |||
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Last 5 | |||
28/11/21 NE |  Heerenveen Heerenveen | 1 - 1 | PSV PSV |
20/11/21 NE | PSV PSV | 2 - 0 |  Vitesse Vitesse |
07/11/21 NE |  Fortuna Sittard Fortuna Sittard | 1 - 4 | PSV PSV |
04/11/21 UEL |  Monaco Monaco | 0 - 0 | PSV PSV |
30/10/21 NE | PSV PSV | 5 - 2 |  FC Twente FC Twente |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the kick-off time for Sturm Graz vs PSV?
The game will kick-off at 19:45 GMT +3
When is this match taking place?
The match is scheduled for 30th September 2021.
Where is the match venue?
Merkur Arena in Graz, Austria
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