St. Polten vs Austria Lustenau

St. Polten vs Austria Lustenau

The upcoming clash between St. Polten and Austria Lustenau promises to be an intriguing encounter, set to unfold on October 17, 2025, at 18:30. Both teams have shown contrasting forms in their recent outings, which will play a significant role in determining the outcome of this match. St. Polten, playing at home, has been consistent in their performances, displaying resilience and tactical discipline under their current management. Austria Lustenau, on the other hand, has been struggling with form, but they possess the capability to disrupt any opponent with their unpredictable style of play. Historically, encounters between these two teams have been closely contested, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this fixture.

Match Result Analysis

In assessing the potential outcome of this match, it is crucial to consider the current form and head-to-head statistics of both teams. St. Polten has been performing well at home, maintaining a solid defensive record while capitalizing on set-piece opportunities. Their ability to control the tempo of the game could be pivotal in securing a victory. Conversely, Austria Lustenau’s recent struggles away from home suggest that they might face challenges in breaking down St. Polten’s defense.

Home Team To Win

The odds for St. Polten winning are quite favorable at 64.30, reflecting their strong home advantage and recent form. Statistically, they have managed to win 60% of their home games this season, which aligns with their historical performance against lower-ranked teams like Austria Lustenau. Given their defensive solidity and ability to exploit counter-attacks, a home win seems a likely outcome.

Both Teams To Score

With odds at 72.70 for both teams scoring, there is a strong possibility that Austria Lustenau will find the net despite their defensive vulnerabilities. St. Polten’s tendency to play a high-pressing game can create scoring opportunities for both sides, making this bet appealing. Historically, both teams have scored in about 50% of their encounters over the past three seasons.

Goals Market Assessment

The over/under markets provide insightful predictions about the expected goal tally in this match. Given the attacking prowess of St. Polten and the occasional lapses in Austria Lustenau’s defense, a higher goal count seems plausible. The average total goals for matches involving these teams stands at 4.13, suggesting a high-scoring affair could be on the cards.

Over 1.5 Goals

With odds of 97.80 for over 1.5 goals, this bet is highly recommended due to both teams’ attacking inclinations and recent goal-scoring trends. St. Polten averages 3.70 goals per game while conceding around 2.13 goals on average, indicating that they often participate in matches with multiple goals scored.

Over 2.5 Goals

The likelihood of over 2.5 goals being scored is supported by odds of 72.20 and the offensive capabilities displayed by both teams in recent fixtures. The attacking strategies employed by St. Polten combined with Austria Lustenau’s vulnerability at the back suggest that we could witness more than two goals in this encounter.

Over 3.5 Goals

At odds of 62.20 for over 3.5 goals, this market reflects the potential for an open and dynamic game where both teams are likely to capitalize on scoring opportunities due to defensive weaknesses or strategic offensive plays.

Additional Predictions and Insights

Beyond the primary betting markets, several other aspects provide valuable insights into what can be expected during this match.

Last Goal After 73 Minutes

With odds of 62.20 for the last goal being scored after the 73rd minute, it is anticipated that both teams might hold back some energy for late-game efforts or respond to late changes in momentum as fatigue sets in during the final stages of the match.

Away Team To Score In 2nd Half

At odds of 75.30 for Austria Lustenau scoring in the second half suggests that they may capitalize on any adjustments made during halftime or exploit tiredness in St. Polten’s lineup as they seek to balance attack with defense in crucial moments.

Home Team To Score In 2nd Half

Similarly, St. Polten’s likelihood of scoring in the second half (odds: 75.40) indicates their potential to either consolidate their lead or equalize if they fall behind early on – a common trait observed when playing against weaker opposition away from home.

Goal In Last 15 Minutes

Given that there’s a good chance (odds: 63%) for goals being scored within the final quarter-hour of play due to increased pressure from both sides trying either to secure or overturn results as time dwindles down.

Average Cards Issued: Under 5.5 Cards

The expectation that fewer than five-and-a-half cards will be issued (odds: 63.90) reflects an anticipation that while competitive spirit will be high throughout this fixture; referee decisions may lean towards caution rather than heavy-handedness given recent trends towards reducing yellow card incidents across similar matches.