The UEFA Champions League Play-Off Round reaches its climax on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, as SK Sturm Graz vs Bodø/Glimt takes place at the Merkur Arena in Graz. The first leg in Norway ended in a commanding 5-0 victory for Bodø/Glimt, leaving Sturm Graz with a formidable challenge to overcome. With a spot in the league phase of Europe’s premier club competition at stake, both teams are poised for an intense encounter.
SK Sturm Graz vs Bodø/Glimt, match details:
| Location | Graz, Austria |
| Venue | Liebenauer Stadium |
| Date and time | 27 Aug, 2025 / 12:30 AM IST |
| Streaming | E2Bet |
| Establishment | July 9, 1997 |
| Capacity | 16,364 |
| Owner | City of Graz |
| Home team | SK Sturm Graz |
Team form (last 5 matches, latest first)
| SK Sturm Graz | L W L W W |
| Bodø/Glimt | W W D W W |
SK Sturm Graz vs Bodø/Glimt, Head-to-Head Records:
| Team | SK Sturm Graz | Bodø/Glimt |
| H2H | 1 | 1 |
| Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Loss | 0 | 1 |
| Draw | 0 | 0 |
SK Sturm Graz vs Bodø/Glimt, Total Highlights:
| Team | SK Sturm Graz | Bodø/Glimt |
| Played games | 174 | 1337 |
| Goals | – | 2595 |
| Total attacks | 630 | 4710 |
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SK Sturm Graz vs Bodø/Glimt , Discipline Statistics:
| Category | SK Sturm Graz | Bodø/Glimt |
| Red Cards | 6 | 4 |
| Yellow Cards | 10 | 49 |
| Fouls | 48 | 374 |
| Tackles | 105 | 656 |
SK Sturm Graz vs Bodø/Glimt, Predicted Lineup:
| SK Sturm Graz | Bodo/Glimt |
|---|---|
| Oliver Christensen | Nikita Haikin |
| Max Johnston | Fredrik Sjovold |
| Tim Oermann | Odin Bjortuft |
| Dimitri Lavalee | Haitam Aleesami |
| Emir Karic | Fredrik Bjorkan |
| Jon Gorenc-Stankovic | Hakon Evjen |
| Tomi Horvat | Patrick Berg |
| Tochi Phil Chukwuani | Ulrik Saltnes |
| Otar Kiteishvili | Isak Dybvik Maatta |
| Leon Grgic | Kasper Hogh |
| William Boving Vick | Jens Hauge |
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Injured and Suspended Players:
SK Sturm Graz :
- A. Borkovic
- A. Malic
- D. Khudyakov
- A. Kayombo
Bodø/Glimt :
SK Sturm Graz vs Bodø/Glimt, Betting Tips:
| Tips | But |
| Match Winner | SK Sturm Graz 3-0 Bodø/Glimt |
| 1st half score | 1 |
| Most Assist Given | Leon Grgic |
| 2nd half score | 2 |
| Player of the Match | Tochi Phil Chukwuani |
My prediction:
- I think SK Sturm Graz will win this match.
FAQs
Q1: What was the result of the first leg between Sturm Graz and Bodø/Glimt?
In the first leg, Bodø/Glimt secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Sturm Graz at home. This result gives the Norwegian side a significant advantage heading into the second leg in Graz.
Q3: When is the match of Sturm Graz vs Bodø/Glimt taking place?
The match is scheduled for on August 27, 2025 which kicks off at 12:30 IST (Indian Standard Time) .
Q4: Who is the favorite to win the second leg?
Bodø/Glimt is heavily favored after their 5-0 first-leg victory, giving them a strong advantage heading into Graz.
Q5: Where is the second leg being played?
The second leg will be played at the Merkur Arena in Graz, Austria, home of SK Puntigamer Sturm Graz.
Q6: Will away goals count in this round?
UEFA abolished the away goals rule starting from the 2021–22 season, so the aggregate score alone will determine the winner.
