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Sturm Graz celebrates derby victory: Coach under pressure after tough weeks!
SK Sturm wins the 203rd Graz derby, but coach Jürgen Säumel is under pressure after defeats. Injury causes emotions.
Sturm Graz celebrates derby victory: Coach under pressure after tough weeks!
SK Sturm Graz celebrated an important 2-1 win in the 203rd Graz derby against Sturm Graz on December 7, 2025. Despite the derby victory, the mood in the team remains tense. trainer Jon Gorenc Stankovic described how the last few weeks had been challenging for the team.
In the duel, Jeyland Mitchell was able to play in central defense for the first time as Tim Oermann was unable to play due to illness. Mitchell promptly scored an early goal, which significantly contributed to the team's stability. Stankovic praised the player as a “really cool guy” and highlighted his contribution to the game.
Pressure on coach Säumel
For Jürgen Säumel, the opponent's coach, the situation is becoming increasingly precarious after a 3-1 defeat against another opponent. He was critical of the current squad composition and criticized the communication within the club. In an upcoming conversation with the club president, he plans to work towards a uniform game idea and mutual support within the team.
Despite the tense situation, player Niklas Geyrhofer emphasized that the team did not feel any pressure. Ahead of Thursday's upcoming Europa League match against Red Star Belgrade, Stankovic also expressed concern over the serious injury to Leon Grgic, who had to be transported from the pitch following an unfortunate incident. He encouraged Grgic to keep a positive attitude and stay confident.
The reporting on the situation at SK Sturm offers a multi-faceted insight into the challenges and successes of the club. While the derby victory sends a positive signal, the topics of injuries and internal communication are the focus of the discussion. Further information can be found at Legymnose and Kicker.