Sturm Graz celebrates historical 1-0 in the UEFA Champions League

Sturm Graz celebrates historical 1-0 in the UEFA Champions League

Sturm Graz won a remarkable victory in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday evening in the Wörthersee Stadium. The team competed against FC Girona in the fifth matchday and was able to prevail 1-0. This first victory in the group phase is a historic milestone for the club from Graz and ensures joy among fans.

The game started at 6:45 p.m., but neither of the two teams could score a goal in the first half. After 45 minutes it stood with the tie, which increased the tension into immeasurable. In the second half, however, the Grazer turned up, and in the 58th minute the striker Mika Biereth struck by scoring the decisive goal. Despite an injury time of six minutes, Girona could not make up for the gap.

fan festivals and emotions

The joy at Sturm Graz was great when the game came to an end and the players left the place as the winner. "We get the first three points in the Champions League!" The "Schwoazn" (black and white) cheered their triumph. Enthusiastic fans celebrated the success in the stands and showed their support for the team.

Special sensation also caused a protest that took place on the match day. Unknown people built a wall in front of the Graz town hall in the early morning, as a sign against the problem around the stadium. This creative action caused a lot of discussion on social media and was interpreted by many as a remarkable protest. Before that, at the last Champions League game against Sporting Lisbon, the fans had expressed their displeasure with banners.

For more information on the protest actions and their backgrounds, see the current reporting www.5min.at .