Brest vs Sturm Graz Prediction 19 Sep 2024

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📅 19 Sep 2024

⏰ 20:00 GMT +1

🏟 Stade de Roudourou (Guingamp)

Brest, having finished third in Ligue 1 last season, are entering their first-ever UEFA Champions League campaign. As the 12th different French club to reach this stage, Éric Roy’s side aim to make an impression despite a tough start to their domestic season, with three losses in their first four matches. Each defeat has seen them concede at least two goals, often within the first half. Their sole win, a 4-0 triumph, came from a dominant first half, so early goals could be crucial for Brest.

Sturm Graz, Austrian Bundesliga champions, are also stepping back into the UCL for the first time since 2001/02. Despite their struggles in France historically (D1, L3), they come into this match in fine form, having won five consecutive games in all competitions. Their European record, however, has seen them struggle in their opening UCL matches across previous campaigns, but the Austrian side will be keen to change that narrative this time around.

Where to watch Brest vs Sturm Graz?

📺 Link to watch Brest vs Sturm Graz Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch: Brest’s Romain Del Castillo has been instrumental, contributing to every match in which Brest have scored (2 goals, 1 assist). Sturm Graz’s Mika Biereth, with 3 goals and 1 assist in his first five league games, has consistently been a second-half performer, a key player for the visitors.

⚡️Match Facts: Home teams have won all 10 previous European Cup/UCL meetings between French and Austrian sides.

💡 Brest vs Sturm Graz Prediction

Brest will rely on a strong start to get ahead, but Sturm Graz’s recent form suggests they won’t be easy to break down. Both sides are likely to score, but Brest’s historic advantage at home may see them edge out a narrow win in this encounter.

Brest vs Sturm Graz Betting Tips

• Both teams to score
• Over 2.5 goals
• Brest to win or draw