Merkur-Arena | Champions League 2nd qualifying round, 1st leg | Tuesday, July 21 | 7:30pm BST
Here at BetVictor News, we deliver the in-depth Sturm Graz vs Hearts preview – including the score prediction, overall H2H record, team news, latest odds, the best betting angles and more.
- Sturm Graz vs Hearts prediction: Jambos victorious
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Sturm Graz Vs Hearts Preview
Owing to their extensive European experience in the Champions and Europa League, the Sturm Graz vs Hearts odds imply a win for the Austrians is the likeliest outcome at the Merkur-Arena. Die Schwoazn finished runners-up to LASK in the Austrian Bundesliga and know the riches that await if a UCL league phase spot can be obtained.
As for new Jambos boss Wouter Vrancken, he’ll be looking for his first competitive victory since replacing Derek McInnes. The Belgian boss landed the Crocky Cup (Belgian FA Cup) with Mechelen in 2018-19 and also finished as a Pro-League runner-up with Genk in 2022-23. And ultimately, will want to help banish the memory of the final day loss to Celtic.
Sturm Graz Vs Hearts H2H Record
This will be the first-ever competitive meeting between Sturm Graz and Hearts. Both sides finished 2nd in their respective leagues last season and will by vying to secure Champions League football in 2026-27.
Sturm Graz Vs Hearts Team News
Star man Otar Kiteishvili is expected to be available for the home side after getting over his recent injury troubles. Something of which is worth bearing in mind when it comes to Sturm Graz vs Hearts betting. Striker Amady Camara will be absent so it’s likely Axel Kayombo and Seedy Jatta will fill the void in attack.
As for the Jambos, Lawrence Shankland’s summer departure means Claudio Braga will lead the line. Alexandros Kyziridis, Sabri Guendouz and Calvin Miller are all expected to feature from the off at the Merkur-Arena.
Sturm Graz’s friendly results:
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Hearts’ friendly results:
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Sturm Graz Vs Hearts Predicted Lineups:
Sturm Graz predicted lineup:
Khudyakov; Vallci, Mitchell, Koller; Hodl, Weinhandl, Gorenc Stankovic, Soglo; Kiteishvili; Kayombo, Jatta
Hearts predicted lineup:
Schwolow: Altena, Fagan-Walcott, McCart, Milne; McEntee, Renaud; Miller, Guendouz, Kyziridis; Braga
Sturm Graz Vs Hearts TV Channel And Live Streaming
Sturm Graz vs Hearts is available to watch live in the UK on Premier Sports 1 (kick-off 7:30pm). Streaming is also available on the Premier Player via the broadcaster’s website and mobile app.
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Sturm Graz Vs Hearts Betting Angles
Key Match Stats
- This will be the first-ever competitive meeting between the sides.
- Sturm Graz stats – Die Schwoazn beat Rangers at the Merkur-Arena last season.
- Hearts stats – This will be the Jambos first UCL qualifier in 20 years.
Top Betting Angles for Sturm Graz vs Hearts
Over 2.5 goals: Has landed in four of Sturm Graz’s five pre-season friendlies. Online at 7/10.
BTTS (Yes): Expect both teams to attack aiming to secure a 1st leg advantage. Available at 13/20.
Sturm Graz Vs Hearts Prediction
Although Sturm Graz have a strong home record and vaster European experience, Hearts will be well drilled and will be seeking to put the Celtic loss firmly behind them. And under new boss Wouter Vrancken, we are backing the Jambos to take a win back to Edinburgh for next week’s return leg.
Prediction: Sturm Graz 1-2 Hearts
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