Rapid Vienna vs Sturm Graz Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 May 2025

Expect a Close Encounter

Rapid Vienna +0.25 on the Asian Handicap could be the way forward at -121. They should be able to avoid defeat against Championship Group leaders Sturm Graz, with our stake split between 0 and +0.5, meaning a victory is the desired outcome.

2-0 Win for Sturm in Last H2H Battle

Rapid Vienna won last time out by a 2-1 scoreline. It was away from home against Austria Vienna at Generali Arena. They recorded just 36% possession and had three shots on target, with Guido Burgstaller and Ercan Kara scoring one goal apiece.

Sturm Graz made it back-to-back victories after a 4-2 home win over Red Bull Salzburg at Merkur-Arena. Juergen Saeumel's team had 41% possession and managed five shots on goal, with Aleksa Terzic (own goal), William Boeving, Gregory Wuethrich and Tochi Chukwuani finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 2-0 in favour of home side Sturm when they last played Rapid, with the clash taking place at Merkur-Arena. Sturm have landed victory in five of the past 10 H2H games, with Rapid securing two wins along with three draws.

Bundesliga		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Rapid Vienna	6	5	1	0	10	3	7	10:3	16
5	Sturm Graz	5	3	0	2	9	4	5	9:4	9

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3 wins, 6 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.0 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 8.4 attempts. Rapid have had 56.5% possession and 6.4 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.5 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 8.8 attempts, while being awarded 4.7 corners.

Top goalscorers Dion Drena Beljo and Isak Jansson have found the net 2 times, with Guido Burgstaller scoring 1. The leading assistors are Isak Jansson and Matthias Seidl with 2.

Sturm have won 7, lost 2 and drawn 1, with an average of 1.9 goals from 10.3 attempts and 4.1 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 50.3% possession, 5.2 corners in their favour and 4.9 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.0 goals from 9.5 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal.

William Boeving and Otar Kiteishvili have scored 5 goals, followed by Tomi Horvat with 3. Tomi Horvat and Max Johnston are the top assists providers with 3 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Rapid Vienna confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Niklas Hedl (GK), Bendeguz Bolla, Dominic Vincze, Kouadio Ange Ahoussou, Serge Raux Yao, Moritz Oswald, Romeo Amane, Matthias Seidl, Guido Burgstaller, Isak Jansson, Nikolaus Wurmbrand.

Sturm Graz confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Kjell Scherpen (GK), Max Johnston, Emanuel Aiwu, Gregory Wuethrich, Dimitri Lavalee, Tomi Horvat, Jon Gorenc-Stankovic, Malick Junior Yalcouye, Otar Kiteishvili, Leon Grgic, William Boeving.

Rapid Vienna vs Sturm Graz Prediction & Betting Tips

If you agree with our verdict that Rapid Vienna can avoid defeat in this Bundesliga clash, then you can back them with a +0.25 goal start at -121. There are several reasons to back this selection.

Our team of football experts monitor the current injuries and suspensions. When integrated with the latest form, this helps us secure the value odds. Our data-led approach backed up by key stats always proves useful.

Key Rapid Vienna vs Sturm Graz league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Rapid Vienna in 12 of their last 18 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Rapid Vienna in 6 of their last 10 games at home.

Rapid +0.25 Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 54.8% likelihood of our pick winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Rapid 2 - 1 Sturm

Rapid are available to back at +800 to secure a 2-1 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Rapid Vienna vs Sturm Graz Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Sturm Trading at Shorter Odds Than Rapid

Sturm Graz are regarded as having a 47% chance of winning this Bundesliga match in the eyes of the bookies. It means that their current betting odds are +114. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Rapid Vienna are trading at +195.

Should you want to back Sturm to win but want money back if the game ends level, then there is -167 available on the Draw No Bet market. Opponents Rapid have been chalked up at +117.

If you’re looking to bet on more than two goals, then Over 2.5 has the lowest price. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -189.

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Full-Time Result

1

+195

X

+270

2

+114

Half-Time Result

1

+240

X

+133

2

+165

Double Chance

1X

-147

12

-385

X2

-263

Draw No Bet

1

+117

2

-167

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-114

2 Hcp -0.25

-114

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+114

Over 2.5

-164

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-189

No

+130

Rapid Vienna vs Sturm Graz Lineups & Team News

If you’re looking for Rapid vs Sturm team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.

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