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Hartberg versus Sturm: A hot Styria duel is imminent!
On November 9th, 2024, SK Sturm Graz will face TSV Hartberg in the 13th round of the Admiral Bundesliga. Follow the duel live!
Hartberg versus Sturm: A hot Styria duel is imminent!
SK Sturm Graz face a nerve-wracking UEFA Champions League clash against Atalanta Bergamo and the preparation could hardly have gone worse. With two test games without a win, including a disappointing 1-1 against Croatian second division team Orijent and a clear 0-2 defeat against HNK Rijeka, the “Blackies” seem to be in a form crisis. How Laola1 reported that the only goal in the friendly against Orijent was only scored in the 70th minute - a weak performance that did not optimally prepare the players for the challenges ahead.
In comparison, TSV Hartberg celebrated a brilliant 2-0 win against NK Bravo from Slovenia. This performance gives a boost to the East Styrian team, which faces Sturm Graz as outsiders. How tsv-hartberg-fussball.at As noted, the focus for Hartberg is on staying compact defensively and acting efficiently offensively. Striker Patrik Mijic, who has scored 11 goals so far this season, is seen as a key figure who will even want to score against big rivals Sturm.
The initial situation before the encounter
The Styria duel on Saturday promises a lot of excitement, especially since SK Sturm Graz is at the top of the league table after 12 rounds, while Hartberg shines with a strong home record. Hartberg has not yet lost a home game against Sturm this season, which further increases the emotional explosiveness of this encounter. The two teams have previously played against each other eight times in the Bundesliga, and Sturm has never conceded more than one goal per game. However, the Grafenbergers are also required to make up for the deficit in the Champions League in order to collect points for the first time this season.
Fans of both sides can look forward to a thrilling football game, and the atmosphere in the Hartberger Arena is sure to be exciting. News about players and tickets is constantly shared on TSV Hartberg's social media channels while stadium preparations are already in full swing. The tension is rising, and both Fürstenfeld and Graz are watching this showdown with excitement!