Hartberg – Sturm Graz Tip Bundesliga Austria, Matchday 2 on Saturday, 08/08/26 at 19:30
Of course, the last duel between the two clubs from the past season 2025/26 was surprisingly rich in goals! But on the 2nd matchday I dare a Hartberg Sturm Graz tip, which this time is more based on the “rule case”!
In the previous three joint meetings, only two goals were scored, which is why I confidently select the Under 2.5 goals option at odds of 2.00 in the practical Bet-at-home app.
The Graz offense did not ignite on the 1st matchday against WSG and also not during the week against Fenerbahce in the Champions League. So be prepared for the possibility that they could run unsuccessfully for 90 minutes this time as well!
Hartberg vs. Sturm Graz AI predictions:
Our AI software, which is trimmed for football predictions, has also evaluated the match data from the previous week in order to calculate the most accurate Hartberg Sturm Graz AI forecast possible on matchday 2.
One of the betting suggestions submitted to me concerns the option Sturm Graz scores in both halves – no to odds of about 1.50. I would indeed classify this proposal as very promising.
Sturm currently lacks penetration without Kiteishvili and even if they get an xG value of over 2.00 against Tirol, their inefficiency is currently standing in their way. TSV, who took part in the championship round in the previous season, will not be easily taken by surprise anyway!
Predicted chance of winning:
| Victory Hartberg |
Draw |
Victory Sturm Graz |
| 21.2% |
24.3% |
54.5% |
In addition, the 1st half: Under 1.5 goals at manageable odds of about 1.45 is close to the unplayability limit at almost every betting provider with Paysafecard, but in my eyes this is a safe Hartberg Sturm Graz tip.
The “Schwoazn” should have a very difficult time when TSV sits deep on Saturday and defends passionately from start to finish.
In the end, however, I don’t rule out the possibility that the guests will still somehow prevail. But if so, then very closely! And this is exactly where Winamax’s option to win Sturm Graz comes into play with 1 goal difference to betting odds of 3.70.
What you need to consider when betting on Hartberg vs. Sturm Graz
- Overall record in numbers: In 28 competitive matches so far, there have been 17 wins for Sturm Graz, 5 wins for TSV Hartberg and 6 draws with 50:31 goals in favor of Graz.
- Serious absence: Otar Kiteishvili scored 15 goals in just 29 games for Sturm Graz last Bundesliga season and is therefore indispensable.
- Solid goal average: A total of 81 goals have been scored in the direct duels so far, which corresponds to an average of just under 2.90 goals per game.
- Graz dominance: Sturm Graz is a real force against the Hartbergers in the recent direct duels and remained unbeaten in the last 13 duels in a row.
