The Austrian Football Bundesliga continues to heat up as we head into Round 5. Fans are eagerly anticipating some thrilling matchups, and we’ve got all the details you need, including score predictions for each game. Let’s dive into the fixtures and what the odds suggest for the outcomes.
All odds and head-to-head is gotten from fotmob
Hartberg vs. Grazer AK (PROfertil ARENA, Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 15:00 UTC)
Hartberg will host Grazer AK in what promises to be an exciting encounter at the PROfertil ARENA. The head-to-head record slightly favors Hartberg, who have won 1 of their previous encounters, with the other ending in a draw.
Score Prediction: Hartberg 2-1 Grazer AK
Key Insights:
- Hartberg’s Odds: 1.95 to win
- Grazer AK’s Odds: 3.40 to win
- Draw: 3.50
- Betting Favorite: Hartberg
Hartberg enters the match as the favorites according to bookmakers, and their home advantage might just give them the edge they need.
SK Austria Klagenfurt vs. BW Linz (28 Black Arena, Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 15:00 UTC)
This matchup between SK Austria Klagenfurt and BW Linz is expected to be a closely contested battle. SK Austria Klagenfurt has dominated past encounters, winning 6 out of 8 matches, while BW Linz has only secured 1 victory.
Score Prediction: SK Austria Klagenfurt 1-1 BW Linz
Key Insights:
- SK Austria Klagenfurt’s Odds: 2.00 to win
- BW Linz’s Odds: 3.30 to win
- Draw: 3.50
- Betting Favorite: SK Austria Klagenfurt (slight edge)
The bookmakers see this as a tight game, and a draw seems a likely outcome.
Sturm Graz vs. WSG Tirol (Merkur Arena, Sat, Aug 31, 2024, 17:30 UTC)
Sturm Graz will take on WSG Tirol at the Merkur Arena, and history suggests this might be a one-sided affair. Sturm Graz has never lost to WSG Tirol, winning 11 of their 13 encounters.
Score Prediction: Sturm Graz 3-0 WSG Tirol
Key Insights:
- Sturm Graz’s Odds: 1.30 to win
- WSG Tirol’s Odds: 9.50 to win
- Draw: 4.50
- Betting Favorite: Sturm Graz
Given their dominant record, Sturm Graz is heavily favored to win this match comfortably.
Altach vs. Austria Wien (CASHPOINT Arena, Sun, Sep 1, 2024, 15:00 UTC)
Altach will face Austria Wien in what could be a tightly contested game at the CASHPOINT Arena. Austria Wien has a slightly better head-to-head record, but Altach has been known to pull off surprises.
Score Prediction: Altach 1-2 Austria Wien
Key Insights:
- Altach’s Odds: 2.80 to win
- Austria Wien’s Odds: 2.25 to win
- Draw: 3.50
- Betting Favorite: Austria Wien
Bookmakers see Austria Wien as the slight favorites, but Altach’s home support could make this a closer contest than the odds suggest.
LASK vs. Wolfsberger AC (Raiffeisen Arena, Sun, Sep 1, 2024, 15:00 UTC)
LASK will look to continue their strong form as they host Wolfsberger AC at the Raiffeisen Arena. The head-to-head record favors LASK, who have won 14 of their 28 encounters.
Score Prediction: LASK 2-0 Wolfsberger AC
Key Insights:
- LASK’s Odds: 1.70 to win
- Wolfsberger AC’s Odds: 4.10 to win
- Draw: 3.90
- Betting Favorite: LASK
With home advantage and a strong record, LASK is expected to take all three points.
Rapid Wien vs. Salzburg (Allianz Stadion, Sun, Sep 1, 2024, 15:00 UTC)
The most anticipated match of the weekend sees Rapid Wien take on Salzburg at the Allianz Stadion. Salzburg has dominated this fixture historically, winning 35 of their 58 encounters.
Score Prediction: Rapid Wien 1-3 Salzburg
Key Insights:
- Rapid Wien’s Odds: 3.60 to win
- Salzburg’s Odds: 1.80 to win
- Draw: 3.90
- Betting Favorite: Salzburg
Salzburg’s superior record and recent form suggest they will continue their dominance over Rapid Wien.
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Final Thoughts
Gameweek 5 of the Austrian Football Bundesliga offers a mix of potentially close contests and one-sided matches. Keep an eye on the form of teams and the latest news as you place your bets, but these predictions should give you a solid foundation for what to expect this weekend. Happy watching!