Kapfenberg (home)
- As it stands in late-February 2026, Kapfenberg are 12th with approximately 15 points on the board while Sturm Graz II are in 14th on about 11 points.
- A home win will lift Kapfenberg above the relegation line while Sturm Graz II need the points to jump clear of danger.
- Kapfenberg had a 4-0 friendly win over SV Wildon, but also a 2-0 defeat to Lafnitz and several draws in their last five outings.
Sturm Graz II (away)
- Sturm Graz II have prepared for this matchup better than Kapfenberg during winter break.
- Sturm Graz II have performed better in winter friendly matches, beating Voitsberg 3-1 and SC Kalsdorf 4-0.
- Sturm Graz II have slightly more momentum.
Head-to-Head
- Kapfenberg have an advantage in their H2H record against Sturm Graz II (W4, D4, L1) since 2009.
- Kapfenberg have beaten Sturm Graz II 2-1 away in each of the last two 2. Liga seasons.
Key Players
- Christoph Wurm has imprinted his style on Sturm Graz II in the months he has been in charge of the second team.
- Wurm has the players playing a youthful, high-tempo, possession-based game with the ball played forwards at speed and the youngsters pressing.
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Sturm Graz II contributors:
- Daniel Sumbu has been the main source of goals for Sturm Graz II this season, but Richmond Osayantin and Wisler Lazarre have also chipped in with goals at crucial times in games.
- There are also creative sparks like Luca Weinhandl and Jonas Wolf who can make things happen in the final third.
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Kapfenberg contributors:
- Kapfenberg are more structured, disciplined and operate at a controlled tempo with a flexible system that can be 4-2-3-1 or 4-4-2.
- Kapfenberg have had several players chip in with key goals this season, including Philipp Hassler, who provided goals and assists in autumn league matches and winter warm-ups.
Betting Insights
- The bookmakers think Sturm Graz II can get the win and have priced them to do so at 2.38 with Kapfenberg at 2.62 and the draw at 3.45.
- The bookmakers are keen for goals on Sunday with the Over 2.5 option available at 1.62 and Both Teams To Score 1.48.
Prediction
- Local bragging rights will also be on the line for this derby and that should make it a tough game for both clubs that will probably end in a draw or a one-goal win for either side.
- The Franz-Fekete-Stadion will provide a familiar backdrop for Kapfenberg, who may just have the edge if Sturm Graz II fall off the pace in the second half.
