Date: 7th March 2024
Kick-Off: 17:45 UK, 18:45 CET
Venue: Merkur-Arena
Sturm Graz vs Lille: Top Free Betting Tips
Sturm Graz will face Lille in a curious fixture from the 1/8 finals of the Europa Conference League. Here are our predictions.
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Total Goals Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals
On paper, we have two teams that should be capable of producing a high-scoring fixture but based on their forms, we expect the opposite. Lille won their group in the ECL in Autumn but we have to note that they only scored 10 goals in 6 games. Moreover, they only conceded 2. On the other end, Sturm Graz had more fun in their group stage and even in the previous round a couple of weeks ago. However, Lille are now out of shape and we do not expect a top performance from tham but instead, a more competitive game with fewer goals.
Match Result Prediction: Sturm Graz to Win
Going against the odds here but Lille's recent performances suggest that the team is not in a good place right now. They lost three of their last five games and all three were on the road. Of course, they faced far tougher opposition than Sturm but those games showed their weaknesses in defense. Nothing remains from that unbelievable defense they had a few months ago and we think that Sturm Graz will have their chances to score. They play fast-attacking football and create a lot of chances.
Correct Score Prediction: 1-0 to Sturm Graz
This looks like a solid choice when we look at Lille's performances both in the ECL and their recent games in France. They are a capable side and sooner or later their form will improve once again. However, Sturm Graz are a tough side and they are a very solid home side. We believe that there is a chance for a 1-0 win here. When we compare the Sturm Graz vs Lille line ups, we generally think that Lille have the better team on paper but current form is often more important.
How Far Will Lille Fans Travel To Sturm Graz?
This will be a tough journey by car but there are better alternatives. By road, fans would have to cross 1200 kilometers in both directions. When it comes to flights, the Lille Lesquin Airport (LIL) offers limited international flights. You may need to find a connecting flight from a nearby major airport. The main alternative is to take a train from Lille to Brussels and then a second one to Graz.
Sturm Graz vs Lille: Tickets
Right now, we see a few dozen seats available on the official site of Sturm Graz. However, we guarantee that those tickets will be sold out soon, so be quick.
FAQs: Sturm Graz vs Lille
In which places are the two teams in their domestic leagues right now?
Sturm Graz are fighting for the title this season and sit in 2nd place in the Austrian Bundesliga. In turn, Lille are 4th in the French Ligue 1.
Which team is the favorite to win this game?
Lille have an advantage in odds as the betting favorite right now.
Which team won the previous Sturm Graz vs Lille game?
The teams have never played against each other in an official game before.