Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz: Head-to-Head Stats and Insights
Heart Of Midlothian host Sturm Graz at Tynecastle Park in Edinburgh on 28 July 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:45 UTC in the UEFA Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round. This second-leg tie comes with Heart Of Midlothian looking to overturn a significant deficit, while Sturm Graz aim to protect and build on their advantage to move closer to the group stages.
With Champions League progression on the line, the stakes are clear: Heart Of Midlothian must find goals without leaving themselves too exposed, while Sturm Graz can approach the match with a degree of control after their dominant first-leg win. This preview focuses on Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz stats, using the available head-to-head data and early-season Champions League numbers to frame expectations for the return fixture.
Head-to-head record
The overall head-to-head record between these sides in the current Champions League campaign is based on a single meeting so far.
- Previous meetings: 1
- Heart Of Midlothian wins: 0
- Draws: 0
- Sturm Graz wins: 1
Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz Timeline & Historical Context
The Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz timeline in UEFA Champions League action begins with their first-leg encounter in the 2nd Qualifying Round of the 2026 season. Played at Merkur Arena in Graz on 21 July 2026, the Austrian side took full control of the tie with a commanding home performance.
On 21 July 2026 in the UEFA Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round, Sturm Graz defeated Heart Of Midlothian 4-0 at Merkur Arena. Sturm Graz led 1-0 at half-time and added three more goals after the break to close out a comprehensive 4-0 victory over 90 minutes. That result has set the tone for this qualifying matchup, leaving Heart Of Midlothian with a major task in the return leg in Edinburgh.
With only this one competitive meeting recorded, the rivalry history is short but decisive so far. The existing Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz timeline shows a clear early advantage for the Austrian side in Champions League qualifying, and the second leg at Tynecastle Park will determine whether the Scottish club can rebalance that narrative or whether Sturm Graz will consolidate their dominance in this pairing.
Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The head-to-head numbers are entirely shaped by the first leg of this 2nd Qualifying Round tie.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: Heart Of Midlothian 0 - 4 Sturm Graz
- Average Goals per Match: Heart Of Midlothian 0.00 vs Sturm Graz 4.00
Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 21 July 2026: Sturm Graz 4-0 Heart Of Midlothian (Half-time: 1-0) – UEFA Champions League, 2nd Qualifying Round
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 Heart Of Midlothian Matches Results and Stats
For Heart Of Midlothian, only early-season Champions League statistics are available, covering their campaign to date rather than a full last-5-match sample. In this 2026 UEFA Champions League season to date, they have played 1 match, the 4-0 defeat away to Sturm Graz in the first leg of this tie. That outing highlights both an attacking shortfall and defensive vulnerability at this level, with no goals scored and four conceded, all away from home.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 0, Draw 0, Lose 1
Last 5 Sturm Graz Matches Results and Stats
Sturm Graz’s available numbers are also season-to-date in the 2026 UEFA Champions League, again based on a single fixture. Their 4-0 home win over Heart Of Midlothian in the first leg reflects a strong start to qualifying, combining high attacking output with defensive solidity. With four goals scored, none conceded, and a clean sheet at Merkur Arena, Sturm Graz enter the second leg with both momentum and a substantial aggregate cushion.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 0
Historical Statistical Verdict
From a historical and statistical perspective, this tie is defined almost entirely by the first-leg result. Sturm Graz hold a 1-0 advantage in the head-to-head record and a 4-0 edge in total goals scored between the clubs, with an average of four goals per game in their favour and none yet registered by Heart Of Midlothian. Season-to-date Champions League stats reinforce this picture: Heart Of Midlothian have one loss from one match, with four goals conceded and none scored, while Sturm Graz have one win from one match, scoring four and keeping a clean sheet.
As the action moves to Tynecastle Park on 28 July 2026, Heart Of Midlothian must dramatically improve both ends of the pitch if they are to alter the balance of this matchup. Sturm Graz, by contrast, can lean on their existing statistical dominance and strong first-leg platform, aiming to manage the game and exploit any spaces left by a home side chasing the tie. Overall, the numbers point clearly toward Sturm Graz as the historically stronger side in this specific pairing, while leaving open the question of whether home advantage and the pressure of the occasion can help Heart Of Midlothian reshape the narrative in the second leg.
Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz H2H Statistics updated on 23 July 2026.
