Sturm Graz II and Wacker Innsbruck Share Spoils in 2-2 Draw

SK Sturm Graz II and FC Wacker Innsbruck played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in the Austrian 2. Liga on September 19, 2026, at the Merkur Arena. The match featured four goals, momentum swings, and a late equaliser that left both sides with mixed emotions.

Sturm Graz II, the reserve team of the Bundesliga champions, showed great resilience to come from behind twice, while Wacker Innsbruck will feel they should have closed out the game after taking a second-half lead.

First Half: Wacker Take Early Lead

FC Wacker Innsbruck started the stronger and took the lead in the 14th minute. A. Gründler, their lively forward, found space between the centre-backs and slotted a low finish past the goalkeeper. The early goal gave Wacker confidence, and they controlled the next 20 minutes.

Sturm Graz II gradually grew into the game and equalised in the 33rd minute. L. Grgić, a highly rated young midfielder, received the ball on the edge of the box, took a touch, and fired a powerful shot into the top corner. It was a goal of real quality and gave the young side momentum heading into half-time.

Second Half: End-to-End Action

The second half was a back-and-forth affair. Wacker Innsbruck regained the lead in the 51st minute when M. Siller converted a cross from the right with a clinical header. Sturm Graz II responded well, pushing more players forward and creating several chances.

Their persistence paid off in the 78th minute. S. Stückler, who had been a constant threat down the left, cut inside and curled a shot into the far corner to make it 2-2. The goal was a just reward for Sturm Graz II’s improved second-half display.

Key Moments and Standout Players

• 14th minute: A. Gründler gives Wacker Innsbruck the lead.
• 33rd minute: L. Grgić equalises with a stunning strike.
• 51st minute: M. Siller heads Wacker back in front.
• 78th minute: S. Stückler scores the equaliser for Sturm Graz II.
• Standout player: L. Grgić controlled the midfield for Sturm Graz II and scored a memorable goal.
• Goalkeeper watch: Both keepers made important saves in the final ten minutes to keep the score level.

Wacker Innsbruck had slightly more possession (54%) and more shots on target, but Sturm Graz II’s youthful energy and never-say-die attitude earned them a point. The draw is a fair reflection of a competitive match.

Austrian 2. Liga Standings Context

The point keeps both teams in the middle of the Austrian 2. Liga table, with Wacker Innsbruck perhaps the more frustrated of the two after twice leading. Sturm Graz II will take confidence from their comeback and the performance of their young players. As the season progresses, both sides will aim to turn draws into wins to climb the standings.