{"id":1470642,"date":"2026-07-21T13:33:25","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T12:33:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1470642"},"modified":"2026-07-21T13:54:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T12:54:57","slug":"sturm-graz-vs-hearts-predictions-21-07-26","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/sturm-graz-vs-hearts-predictions-21-07-26\/","title":{"rendered":"Sturm Graz vs Hearts: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’re looking for Sturm Graz vs Hearts predictions, the Austrian champions host the Scottish Premiership side in the first leg of their Champions League<\/a> second qualifying round tie on Tuesday 21st July. Kick off at Merkur Arena is scheduled for 7:30pm (UK time), with both clubs aiming to take an advantage into next week’s return leg in Edinburgh.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sturm Graz head into the tie in excellent form after winning each of their last three matches, while Hearts begin another European campaign hoping to pull off a statement result on the continent. We’ve put together our Sturm Graz vs Hearts predictions, betting tips and best odds ahead of Tuesday night’s clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Given the lack of recent form and head-to-head data between Sturm Graz and Hearts, our top picks are guided by the market\u2019s strong lean towards the home side and the expectation of a cagey opening. We’re particularly confident in backing Sturm Graz to win, given the bookmakers’ consensus and Hearts\u2019 lack of competitive pedigree against continental opponents. The draw also presents value in a low-scoring scenario.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sturm Graz to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(57.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing the hosts as the market favourite, with Bet365<\/a> offering 8\/11 (57.9%). Hearts are unproven in this fixture and Sturm Graz have crucial home advantage in European qualifiers.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BTTS – No<\/strong><\/td>\n1\/1 @ Bet365<\/a>
(50.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWith both teams failing to score in their only previous meeting and early season rust likely, there\u2019s a case for a low-scoring affair. Even money<\/a> (50.0%) for BTTS No looks fair value in a contest that could be nervy and tight.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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