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Sturm Graz v Club Brugge Bet Builder Tips
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Level 1 Bet Builder Tip
🚀 Otar Kiteishvili to have 2+ shots
📈 Odds: 1.40
Georgian attacker Otar Kiteishvili has been one of the main driving forces for Sturm Graz this season. Kiteishvili has registered 13 shots, making him the most prolific shooter in the team. Averaging 2.27 shots per 90 minutes, Kiteishvili consistently looks to create goal-scoring opportunities for himself, particularly in matches where the opposition leaves space to exploit.
In the lead-up to this game, he has been especially active, recording eight shots in his last three appearances. Against WSG Tirol, Kiteishvili took four shots, three against Wolfsberger and one against Brest, demonstrating his consistent threat in front of goal.
Club Brugge’s recent defensive struggles, including their inability to keep a clean sheet in their last three matches, further boost the chances of Kiteishvili being able to test the goalkeeper. With his form and confidence growing, backing him to have over 1.5 shots in this match seems like a strong and logical bet.
🛑 Malick Yalcouye to commit 1+ fouls
📈 Odds: 1.20
Ivorian midfielder Malick Yalcouye is averaging a hefty 2.50 fouls per 90 in the Austrian Bundesliga this season, including one in the opening Champions League clash after coming off the bench against Brest.
He’ll be charged with shutting down the left-hand side of the Brugge attack, which means he’ll be up against Christos Tzolis and Raphael Onyedika if predicted lineups are to be believed. Both players averaged 1.43 and 1.53 fouls drawn per 90 in the Belgian Pro League between them this season.
🚀 Christos Tzolis to have 2+ shots
📈 Odds: 1.33
Greek winger Christos Tzolis has been a standout performer for Club Brugge this season. Tzolis, who primarily operates from the left flank, has been instrumental in Brugge’s attacking play. He has taken an impressive 24 shots so far this season, averaging 3.44 shots per 90 minutes, making him one of the team’s most consistent shooting threats.
Tzolis heads into this Champions League match on the back of a string of excellent performances, having taken at least two shots in each of his last five matches. In recent fixtures, he recorded three shots against Cercle Brugge, Gent, and Sporting Charleroi, and two against Borussia Dortmund and Kortrijk.
With Sturm Graz having conceded in each of their last five matches, and showing defensive vulnerabilities, Tzolis is likely to continue his high-volume shooting. Backing him to have over 1.5 shots is a strong bet, given his form and Sturm Graz’s shaky backline.
🥅 Over 1.5 goals
📈 Odds: 1.22
When it comes to goals, both teams have been delivering high-scoring games throughout this season. Sturm Graz, in particular, have been involved in matches with plenty of goals, averaging 3.6 goals per game across their nine competitive fixtures this season.
Crucially, all of these games featured at least two goals, showcasing the consistency in goal production. This trend extends into their European performances, where Sturm Graz has conceded in each of their last six home fixtures at the Merkur Arena.
Club Brugge have been similarly prolific, especially in their European away games. They have found the back of the net in each of their last eight European matches away from home, highlighting their ability to score against tough opposition. Furthermore, 80% of their competitive games this season have featured at least two goals, making the over 1.5 goals market a strong play.
Given both teams’ attacking prowess and defensive vulnerabilities, this bet at odds of 1.25 looks like a safe and solid option.
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Level 2 Bet Builder Tip
🎯 William Bøving to have 1+ shots on target
📈 Odds: 1.50
Danish forward William Bøving is rapidly becoming a crucial figure for Sturm Graz this season. In just five starts, Bøving has contributed directly to three goals, making him one of the most reliable attacking outlets for the Austrian side.
His ability to find space and his clinical finishing are evident in the fact that he has managed nine shots on target already this season, with a particular consistency in recent matches. In his last three appearances, Bøving has had notable performances, registering shots on target against Austria Wien and Brest.
This consistency makes him an excellent candidate to test Club Brugge’s defence, which has shown signs of fragility in recent matches. With Brugge failing to keep a clean sheet in their last three games, there is every reason to believe that Bøving will have at least one chance to hit the target. His intelligent movement and sharp finishing make him a standout choice for this bet, and the odds are likely to reflect the value in backing Bøving for at least one shot on target.
🥅 Over 2.5 goals
📈 Odds: 1.75
Sturm Graz has shown this season that they have the attacking firepower to trouble most defences but have also struggled significantly at the back. Their matches this season have averaged 3.6 goals per game, with their last seven competitive fixtures producing at least three goals in each game.
The Austrian side’s defensive concerns are evident, as they are currently on a run of seven matches without keeping a clean sheet, making them vulnerable to any team with a potent attack.
On the other hand, Club Brugge has been in excellent scoring form, netting in eight consecutive European matches. Their attacking efficiency is complemented by the fact that 75% of their last eight competitive fixtures have seen at least three goals.
Both teams’ recent form suggests that goals will be a certainty, and given the combination of Sturm Graz’s defensive issues and Club Brugge’s attacking prowess, betting on over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.65 seems likely in what could be a match with plenty of chances and goals in what could turn into an end-to-end encounter.
🎯 Gustaf Nilsson to have 1+ shots on target
📈 Odds: 1.40
Swedish forward Gustaf Nilsson has quickly become a key player for Club Brugge this season. With seven goal involvements in just nine Belgian Pro League matches, Nilsson has been a consistent threat in front of goal. He has already taken 21 shots this campaign, averaging an impressive 3.25 shots per 90 minutes, and has managed to hit the target with 10 of those shots, giving him an average of 1.55 shots on target per 90 minutes.
Nilsson heads into this fixture in good form, having registered five shots on target in his last four games. This run includes two shots on target against both Gent and Kortrijk, highlighting his ability to consistently test goalkeepers.
With Sturm Graz struggling defensively and without a clean sheet in their last seven matches, Nilsson is well-positioned to get at least one shot on target in this encounter. His current form and shooting ability make him an excellent value bet for over 0.5 shots on target.
🟨 Over 2.5 Sturm Graz cards
📈 Odds: 2.20
Sturm Graz has developed a reputation for being one of the more aggressive and card-prone teams in European football. This season, the Austrian side has averaged over 15 fouls per game, making them one of the more physical teams in the Austrian Bundesliga.
In their last three matches alone, they have received at least three cards in each game, with a total of 12 yellow cards and three red cards. Their aggressive style was on full display in recent games against Austria Wien, Wolfsberger, and Brest, where they were repeatedly penalised for rough challenges.
Interestingly, Club Brugge’s recent matches have also seen their opponents collect plenty of cards, with 75% of their last four fixtures featuring their opponents receiving at least three yellow cards.
Given Sturm Graz’s physical approach and the likelihood of a high-pressure European match, backing them to receive over 2.5 match cards offers great value. The combination of their recent disciplinary record and the intensity of the game suggests a high probability of multiple bookings.
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