Prediction for the Midtjylland vs Sturm Graz match at 23:45 on September 24, Europa Conference League qualification round

23/09/2025 11:26:00 FieldFrenzy

Analysis and odds preview for Midtjylland vs Sturm Graz (23:45, 24/9). Forecast of the result, expected lineups, and match preview between Midtjylland and Sturm Graz in the Europa Conference League qualifying round.

Midtjylland vs Sturm Graz match preview

90-minute odds: 0 : 3/4
Total goals: 3

FC Midtjylland enters the Europa League with strong form after convincingly passing the qualifying rounds. The Danish club defeated Hibernian (3-2), Fredrikstad, and KuPS (6-0 aggregate) to reach the qualification stage. Led by new coach Mike Tullberg, Midtjylland has started well in the Danish Superliga, currently second after a 2-0 win over Viborg thanks to goals from Philip Billing and Cho Gue-sung. Previously, they also easily beat Aalborg 3-0 in the Danish Cup. With three consecutive wins across all competitions, Midtjylland is confident heading into their Europa League opener.

Meanwhile, Austria’s Sturm Graz arrives after losing in the Champions League playoff to Bodo/Glimt (6-2 aggregate). Despite this, Jurgen Saumel’s side has regained momentum with back-to-back wins, including a 2-0 victory over Red Bull Salzburg in the Austrian Bundesliga and a cup win against Rothis. With strong performances from Seedy Jatta and Tomi Horvat, Sturm Graz is proving to be a tough opponent, especially when playing away.

Both teams have sharp attacks, but Midtjylland is slightly favored due to home advantage and consistent recent form. However, Sturm Graz’s direct attacking style may cause problems for the home defense.

Midtjylland vs Sturm Graz

Form and head-to-head

21/9/2025: Midtjylland 2-0 Viborg (Danish Superliga)

17/9/2025: Aalborg 0-3 Midtjylland (Landspokal Cup)

14/9/2025: Nordsjaelland 2-1 Midtjylland (Danish Superliga)

21/9/2025: Red Bull Salzburg 0-2 Sturm Graz (Austrian Bundesliga)

17/9/2025: Rothis 0-3 Sturm Graz (Austrian Cup)

28/8/2025: Sturm Graz 2-1 Bodo/Glimt (Champions League play-off)

Head-to-head history:

The two teams have never met in official European competitions, making this encounter a fresh and unpredictable matchup.

Squads and expected lineups

Midtjylland

Midtjylland will miss Dario Osorio, Mikel Gogorza, and Dani Silva due to injuries. Forward Junior Brumado, who scored 4 goals in Europa League qualifiers, will continue to lead the attack alongside Cho Gue-sung, who recently scored off the bench. Philip Billing, a new signing from AFC Bournemouth, will be a key figure in midfield, while Paulinho and Kevin Mbabu compete for wing positions.

Expected Midtjylland lineup (4-4-2): Olafsson; Diao, Erlic, Sorensen; Mbabu, Castillo, Billing, Simsir, Jensen; Cho, Brumado

Sturm Graz

Sturm Graz will be without Axel Kayombo due to injury, but Seedy Jatta, who has scored 5 goals this season, will be the main attacking threat. Otar Kiteishvili, also with 5 goals, will support from behind alongside Tomi Horvat. The midfield defensive duties will be handled by Tochi Chukwuani and Jon Gorenc Stankovic.

Expected Sturm Graz lineup (4-2-3-1): Christensen; Oermann, Aiwu, Lavalee, Karic; Stankovic, Chukwuani; Kiteishvili, Horvat; Jatta, Malone

Match prediction Midtjylland vs Sturm Graz

Midtjylland has home advantage and more consistent form, especially with the in-form attacking duo Brumado and Cho Gue-sung. However, Sturm Graz’s sharp offense with Jatta and Kiteishvili could challenge the home defense, which is not very solid. The match is expected to be open with several goals.