Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz Stats: Head-to-head Record

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 after the sides already met in the first leg of the same round, adding clear context to the Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz stats ahead of a decisive night in Europe.

With a place in the next phase of Champions League qualifying on the line, the stakes are significant for both clubs. Heart Of Midlothian look to overturn the deficit in front of their home crowd, while Sturm Graz aim to protect and potentially extend their advantage. The fixture combines knockout jeopardy with the tactical nuances of a two-legged tie, making the Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz stats particularly relevant for assessing how this contest might unfold.

Head-to-head record

The overall head-to-head record between Heart Of Midlothian and Sturm Graz in competitive action is based on their Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round clash.

• 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 European competition begins with their first recorded encounter on 21 July 2026. That match took place at Merkur Arena in Graz in the UEFA Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round, setting the tone for this emerging cross-border pairing.

On 21 July 2026, Sturm Graz, playing at home, defeated Heart Of Midlothian 4-0 in regular time. The score at half-time was 1-0 in favour of Sturm Graz, before the Austrian side added three further goals after the interval to close out a commanding 4-0 full-time result. This single fixture currently defines the competitive history between the clubs and provides the clearest reference point for assessing the balance of power ahead of the return leg.

With all historical evidence drawn from that 21 July 2026 meeting in the Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round, the rivalry is still in its infancy. Even so, the emphatic margin in Graz means Heart Of Midlothian approach the home leg needing a substantial improvement, while Sturm Graz arrive in Edinburgh with confidence built on a comprehensive first-leg victory in this early chapter of the Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz timeline.

Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head statistics between the two clubs are currently shaped entirely by their single Champions League qualifier in Graz.

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

Venue Split Performance:

• At Heart Of Midlothian's stadium: 0 matches played here — Heart Of Midlothian won 0 (as home side), Sturm Graz won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Sturm Graz's stadium: 1 match played here — Sturm Graz won 1 (as home side), Heart Of Midlothian won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

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, the available Champions League statistics for the 2026 season to date come from their single away fixture in this 2nd Qualifying Round. That 4-0 defeat at Merkur Arena leaves them with a negative goal difference and no goals scored so far in the campaign, underlining the scale of the task as they switch to home advantage at Tynecastle Park.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 0, Draw 0, Lose 1

Last 5 Sturm Graz Matches Results and Stats

Sturm Graz enter the second leg on the back of a strong opening performance in this Champions League qualifying campaign. Their season-to-date numbers in the competition show one home match played, a 4-0 victory, with a clean sheet and an impressive attacking return. That combination of defensive solidity and offensive output gives them a strong statistical platform heading into the away leg in Edinburgh.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 0

Historical Statistical Verdict

From a historical and statistical perspective, the evidence base for this tie is narrow but clear. Sturm Graz hold a 100% record in the head-to-head, with a 4-0 win in the only previous meeting and a 4-0 aggregate goals advantage. Their Champions League season to date shows one win, four goals scored, none conceded, and a convincing home performance in the first leg. Heart Of Midlothian, by contrast, have one defeat, no goals scored, and four conceded in their sole outing. While the small sample size demands caution, the current Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz stats point towards Sturm Graz carrying the stronger form and historical edge into the second leg, leaving Heart Of Midlothian needing a significant improvement at Tynecastle Park to rebalance this qualifying contest.

Heart Of Midlothian vs Sturm Graz H2H Statistics updated on 23 July 2026.