Sturm Graz vs Club Brugge prediction and betting tips on October 2, 2024
Game Prediction
In the second round of the Champions League group stage on October 2, 2024, Sturm Graz will face Club Brugge. Both teams suffered defeats two weeks ago and will aim to bounce back with a positive result in this match.
Sturm Graz vs Club Brugge: Key statistics and trends
- Sturm Graz have lost twice in their last four matches.
- Club Brugge have won just four of their last eleven games.
- Sturm Graz have conceded in each of their last eight matches.
- Sturm Graz win the first half in 35% of their matches, while Club Brugge win 55% of their first halves.
Our prediction for the match Sturm Graz vs Club Brugge
Sturm Graz, known as "Die Schwarzen" ("The Blacks"), finally ended Red Bull Salzburg's reign by winning the Austrian Bundesliga title last season, marking their fourth championship and first since 2011. On the other hand, "The Blue-Blacks" from Brugge changed their head coach late last season and managed to once again outpace Royale Union Saint-Gilloise for a strong finish.
In the new season, Sturm Graz, having sold midfield star Prass to Hoffenheim for €12 million, have already suffered some painful defeats. Early on, they lost to Rapid Vienna, and at the end of September, they were hammered by Wolfsberg. Brugge, under Nicky Hayen, began their season with a defeat to Royale Union in the Super Cup and only managed their first league win on the fourth attempt. After a brief winning streak, it was snapped by a 2-4 loss to Gent, followed by a draw with Charleroi.
Neither side can be proud of their opening performances in the Champions League. Brugge were crushed 0-3 at home by Borussia Dortmund, which was somewhat expected, though not by such a large margin. Meanwhile, Sturm Graz suffered a shocking defeat to tournament debutants Brest, even though an own goal gave the Austrians hope before halftime.
Sturm Graz vs Club Brugge: Possible starting lineups
Sturm Graz (possible lineup): Scherpen – Lavale, Wüthrich, Aiwou, Gazibegović – Kiteishvili, Gorenc-Stanković, Beving, Horvat – Džatta, Biret.
Club Brugge (possible lineup): Mignolet – De Kaper, Mechele, Ordóñez, Sykes – Tzolis, Nwadike, Vanaken, Vetlesen, Olsen – Nilsson.
Head to Head matches: Sturm Graz vs Club Brugge
Both clubs are not regular participants in European competitions, so it's no surprise that this will be their first encounter.
Free prediction today for the match Sturm Graz vs Club Brugge
This matchup is viewed as fairly balanced, with the odds slightly favoring the more experienced Belgians. However, both teams have been unstable and struggle defensively. We suggest betting on "total over 2.5 goals" (odds – 1.76).