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Sturm Graz defeats FC BW Linz in a tight match at Merkur Arena
Graz, Austria – Sturm Graz secured a 2-0 victory over FC BW Linz in a thrilling match at the Merkur Arena this Saturday, April 20th, 2025, in the fourth round of the Austrian Bundesliga Championship Round. The match, officiated by Josef Spurny, was characterized by intensity and a battle for possession.
Sturm Graz dominated possession (57%) and created more scoring opportunities (16 shots, 4 on target), although FC BW Linz also had its moments of danger (8 shots, 3 on target). The first goal arrived in the 26th minute, thanks to a penalty converted by T. Horvat. The second half was more even, but in the 72nd minute, W. Boving scored the second goal for Sturm Graz, securing the victory for the home side. FC BW Linz received two yellow cards, while Sturm Graz remained without any cautions. Despite the defeat, FC BW Linz showed grit and competitiveness.
Substitutions fc bw linz: at minute 46 C. Noss came in and S. Seidl went out., at minute 57 Anderson came in and A. Schmidt went out., at minute 57 Ronivaldo came in and O. Wahling went out., at minute 75 J. Golles came in and S. Pirkl went out.
Substitutions sturm graz: at minute 76 T. Chukwuani came in and M. Yalcouye went out., at minute 83 J. Hodl came in and O. Kiteishvili went out., at minute 90 L. Zvonarek came in and W. Boving went out., at minute 90 S. Hierlander came in and T. Horvat went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Sturm Graz
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