FC Liefering secured a narrow 1-0 away victory over SK Sturm Graz II in an Austrian 2.Liga fixture on March 11, 2026. The only goal of the game came midway through the first half when Liefering's attacking midfielder capitalized on a defensive error, driving into the box and slotting a low shot past the keeper. Sturm Graz II dominated possession for large periods and created several good chances in the second half, but they were repeatedly denied by a combination of poor finishing and excellent goalkeeping from the Liefering number one. The home side's frustration was compounded when they had a late equalizer ruled out for a foul in the buildup, a VAR decision that sparked protests. This result was crucial for Liefering's hopes of a top-three finish, moving them up the table, while it left Sturm Graz II lingering in the bottom half. The Graz coach lamented his team's profligacy: "We controlled the game but lacked the killer instinct in the final third."