Sturm Graz crowns the master: dramatic final victory!

Sturm Graz crowns the master: dramatic final victory!

On May 24, 2025, football fans experienced an exciting last day of the Admiral Bundesliga in Austria, at the SK Sturm Graz, Wolfsberger AC (WAC) and the Viennese Austria competed for the championship title. The scene of the decisive duel was the sold-out Merkur-Arena in Graz, Wo Sturm Graz and the WAC met directly, while the Viennese Austria competed against Blau-Weiß Linz. The atmosphere in the stadium was characterized by intensive tension because both teams hoped for a win to win the title. The game began with an impressive choreography of the fans in the stadium and an early exchange of blows, in which storm could not use some promising options.

Sturm Graz dominated the events in the first half, but had difficulty accommodating the ball on the net. The best chance for the Graz in this section had Gazibegovic, whose goal shot was parried by goalkeeper Menzel. The WAC, on the other hand, was able to set little in the first half, the best opportunity had Arweiler, who shot over the goal from the penalty area. After a goalless first round, however, there was a turning point in the second part of the encounter.

The way to the championship title

In the 68th minute it was finally Gregory Wütrich who scored the lead for Sturm Graz after a corner kick. While shot on the square, the fans looked banned in the other games, especially the game of Vienna Austria. The pressure remained up until the 84th minute, but the big chances failed to do. Sturm Graz made everything clear in added time with another goal through Amady Camara and noted a 2-0. SK Sturm took the master shell for the fourth time, while the other teams fought for the mission of the title.

In the other game, the Viennese Austria achieved an important victory against Blau-Weiß Linz, but this was not enough to win the title. At the end of the season, Sturm can look back on a successful season in which they prevailed against strong competitors and won the championship title for the fifth time in recent years.

overview of the championship titles

The championship title by Sturm Graz is particularly remarkable because the last title of the Graz dates back to the 2010/11 season. In the meantime phase, FC Red Bull Salzburg dominated, which was able to obtain ten titles in a row until the 20222/23 season. Here has been a brief overview of the masters since 1990:

This title not only ensures Sturm Graz only a place in the club's history, but also strengthens rivalry in the Austrian Bundesliga, where change of power and unexpected results keep the league exciting. The review of the past season shows how close the teams moved in and how valuable every point was. The coming seasons promise excitement and exciting football that will captivate fans in Austria.