Sturm Graz vs Rapid Wien predictions, May 17, 2026

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As Sturm Graz prepares to host Rapid Wien at home in this Austrian Bundesliga clash on May 17, 2026, both teams arrive with similar records, having each managed just one win in their last five matches. Sturm Graz’s recent form suggests a struggle, with inconsistencies in both defense and attack hindering their performances. Rapid Wien, on the other hand, faces similar challenges, which could lead to a tightly contested match where both sides are eager to find form.

Bookmakers’ odds favor Sturm Graz slightly at 2.2, reflecting their home advantage, while Rapid Wien stands at 3.22. The probabilities generated indicate a 42.8% chance of a home win, a 27.8% chance of a draw, and a 29.4% probability of an away victory, highlighting the competitive nature of the encounter.

Tactically, Sturm Graz will need to bolster their defensive organization to contain Rapid Wien’s attacking threats, while the visitors must capitalize on any defensive lapses. The predicted final score of 1:1 reflects the potential for a draw, considering both teams’ current performances. As always, in football, outcomes can be unpredictable, making this matchup an intriguing prospect for fans and bettors alike.

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Sturm 43.5%

Draw 26.9%

Rapid 29.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.14	3.6	3.23
	2.19	3.6	3.09	Watch and Bet
	2.15	3.3	3.1
	2.16	3.44	3.28

Latest Results

10.05.26 TSV Hartberg – Sturm Graz – 2:4 03.05.26 Red Bull Salzburg – Sturm Graz – 1:1 26.04.26 Sturm Graz – Austria Wien – 1:1 22.04.26 Sturm Graz – LASK Linz – 1:1 19.04.26 LASK Linz – Sturm Graz – 1:1

10.05.26 Rapid Wien – Austria Wien – 0:2 04.05.26 LASK Linz – Rapid Wien – 3:1 26.04.26 Rapid Wien – Red Bull Salzburg – 1:0 22.04.26 Rapid Wien – TSV Hartberg – 0:2 19.04.26 TSV Hartberg – Rapid Wien – 2:2

Facts

A leader and an outsider will face off in this match (ranked 2 in the zone Promotion ~ Champions League (Qualification: ) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ Bundesliga (Conference League ~ Play Offs: )).

Sturm is Qualified for Champions League (Qualification )

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sturm won 2.

Sturm has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Rapid has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Sturm could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Sturm won 10 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 31:22. (average 1.6:1.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Sturm won 6 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 16:9. (average 1.6:0.9).

Latest Head To Head

05.04.26 Rapid Wien – Sturm Graz – 0:2 02.11.25 Rapid Wien – Sturm Graz – 2:1 10.08.25 Sturm Graz – Rapid Wien – 1:2 18.05.25 Rapid Wien – Sturm Graz – 3:1 04.04.25 Sturm Graz – Rapid Wien – 2:0

Standings

Championship Group

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	LASK ✔	31	16	7	8	53:42	11	36
2	Sturm Graz ✔	31	15	8	8	49:35	14	34
3	Salzburg	31	13	9	9	55:38	17	29
4	Austria Vienna	31	14	5	12	45:47	-2	29
5	SK Rapid	31	12	8	11	36:39	-3	27
6	Hartberg	31	9	12	10	37:39	-2	22

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