Match report
Sturm Graz 1-0 Marseille: match report
Sturm Graz secured a 1-0 victory over Marseille in the UEFA Europa League, with Oumar Diakité scoring the only goal.
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Sturm Graz defeated Marseille 1-0 in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday at Merkur Arena in Graz. Oumar Diakité scored the only goal of the match in the 13th minute, assisted by Luca Weinhandl.
Marseille struggled to find their rhythm, dominating possession with 72% but failing to convert that into meaningful chances. They managed just one shot on target compared to Sturm Graz's five.
Yellow cards were issued throughout the match, with Angel Gomes, Amine Gouiri, and Bamo Meite receiving cautions for Marseille. Sturm Graz's Diakité, Weinhandl, and Arjan Malić also picked up yellow cards.
Key statistics showed Sturm Graz with an expected goals (xG) of 1.4, while Marseille had an xG of 0.7. Sturm Graz committed 23 fouls, compared to Marseille's 9, and both teams had a similar number of corners, with Sturm Graz earning 2 and Marseille 4.
Going into the game, Sturm Graz were in 26th place with 1 point from 2 matches, while Marseille were in 32nd place with 0 points from 2 matches. This result leaves Sturm Graz in a better position as they seek to improve their standing in the group.
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Before the game: Sturm Graz vs Marseille preview: form & prediction
Sturm Graz will host Marseille in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday at 17:45 BST at Merkur Arena in Graz.
Sturm Graz have had a mixed run recently, winning three of their last five matches. They beat Grazer AK 6-1 on Saturday and Austria Wien 2-0 on 10 October. However, they suffered losses to Bournemouth and RB Salzburg, both by 3-0.
Marseille's recent form shows two wins in their last five games. They secured a 5-2 victory against Angers on Saturday but lost to Olympiakos Piraeus 1-0 on 15 October. They also faced defeats against Paris Saint Germain and Besiktas earlier this season.
In the league table, Sturm Graz sit in 26th place with 1 point from 2 matches, while Marseille are in 32nd place with 0 points from 2 matches. Both teams are looking for their first wins in the group stage after disappointing starts.
Historically, Sturm Graz and Marseille have faced each other twice, with both teams winning once. This match will be crucial for both sides to gain momentum in the competition.
Marseille are the bookmakers' favourites to win this match, suggesting they may have the upper hand despite their recent struggles.
Match Events
All events- 90+1'Bamo Meite
- 90'Valmir Matoshi(Out: Julian Halwachs)
- 87'Jacob Peter Hödl(Out: Albert Vallci)
- 84'Arjan Malić
- 83'Kelyann Bezahaf(Out: Timothy Weah)
- 80'Amine Gouiri
- 65'Geoffrey Kondogbia(Out: Pierre-Emile Højbjerg)
- 65'Nayef Aguerd(Out: CJ Egan-Riley)
Match Statistics
All stats- 28%Possession72%
- 1.40Expected Goals (xG)0.70
- 5Shots on Target1
- 2Corners4
- 23Fouls9
Prediction
Live win probability
Sturm Graz 83%Draw 15%Marseille 2%
Sturm Graz is most likely to win the game against Marseille.
Match info
- Kick-off
- CompetitionUEFA Europa League · League Stage 3
- VenueMerkur Arena, Graz · 16364
- RefereeMinakovic, Nenad
- ForecastClear night, 11.05°C
Last five games
Sturm GrazWWLWW
MarseilleLWLWL
Standings
Full table| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 |  Levski Sofia | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 18 |  Dinamo Zagreb | 3 | -1 | 4 |
| 19 | Sturm Graz | 3 | -2 | 4 |
| 20 |  NEC Nijmegen | 3 | -3 | 4 |
| 21 |  RB Salzburg | 3 | -3 | 4 |
| 22 |  Anderlecht | 3 | +1 | 3 |
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Sturm Graz vs Marseille: result, stats & highlights
Sturm Graz and Marseille finished 1-0 in the UEFA Europa League (League Stage 3) at Merkur Arena. Played: (your local time).
Sturm Graz are 19th in the table on 4 points; Marseille are 34th on 0.
Recent form: Sturm Graz WWLWW, Marseille LWLWL.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.