The football stage is set for Ried and Grazer AK to showcase their skills in the Austria Bundesliga on 21.04.2026. As fans and bettors alike await this match, our detailed analysis provides a deeper look at the dynamics that could define the outcome. We examine the tactical depth of both Ried and Grazer AK, making our prediction a crucial read for anyone betting on this game. Don’t miss out on our expert advice!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | |||||||
| 1 | Sturm Graz | 22 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 33/26 | 38 |
| 2 | Red Bull Salzburg | 22 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 42/26 | 37 |
| 3 | Lask Linz | 22 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 32/30 | 37 |
| 4 | Austria Vienna | 22 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 34/30 | 36 |
| 5 | Rapid Vienna | 22 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 26/25 | 33 |
| 6 | TSV Hartberg | 22 | 8 | 9 | 5 | 29/24 | 33 |
| 7 | WSG Wattens | 22 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 31/30 | 31 |
| 8 | SCR Altach | 22 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 22/23 | 29 |
| 9 | Ried | 22 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 26/30 | 28 |
| 10 | Wolfsberger AC | 22 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 31/32 | 26 |
| 11 | Grazer AK | 22 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 22/36 | 20 |
| 12 | FC BW Linz | 22 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 20/36 | 15 |
| Bundesliga , Relegation Round | |||||||
| 1 | Ried | 27 | 10 | 6 | 11 | 34/37 | 22 |
| 2 | SCR Altach | 26 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 29/28 | 21 |
| 3 | Grazer AK | 27 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 32/40 | 20 |
| 4 | WSG Wattens | 26 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 36/43 | 18 |
| 5 | Wolfsberger AC | 26 | 7 | 7 | 12 | 33/38 | 15 |
| 6 | FC BW Linz | 26 | 6 | 3 | 17 | 30/43 | 13 |
Key Player Statistics: Ried vs Grazer AK
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| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | Grazer AK | Ried | 17.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Bundesliga | Grazer AK | Ried | 01.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Bundesliga | Ried | Grazer AK | 27.09.2025 | 0-0 |
| 2. Liga | Ried | Grazer AK | 29.03.2024 | 0-1 |
| 2. Liga | Grazer AK | Ried | 01.09.2023 | 1-0 |
| 2. Liga | Grazer AK | Ried | 10.06.2020 | 4-2 |
| 2. Liga | Ried | Grazer AK | 23.08.2019 | 1-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Ried | Austria Salzburg | 23.01.2026 | 4-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Ried | České Budějovice | 23.01.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Gornik Zabrze | Ried | 17.01.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Ingolstadt 04 | Ried | 09.01.2026 | 4-2 |
| Bundesliga | Grazer AK | Ried | 17.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Bundesliga | Wolfsberger AC | Ried | 11.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| Bundesliga | Ried | SCR Altach | 03.04.2026 | 3-2 |
| Bundesliga | FC BW Linz | Ried | 21.03.2026 | 3-2 |
| Cup | Ried | Lask Linz | 18.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Bundesliga | Ried | WSG Wattens | 14.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Austria Vienna | Grazer AK | 31.01.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Grazer AK | Voitsberg | 24.01.2026 | 5-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Radomlje | Grazer AK | 21.01.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Grazer AK | Admira Wacker | 16.01.2026 | 3-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Grazer AK | Komárno | 13.01.2026 | 1-1 |
| Bundesliga | Grazer AK | Ried | 17.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Bundesliga | SCR Altach | Grazer AK | 11.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Bundesliga | Grazer AK | FC BW Linz | 04.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Bundesliga | WSG Wattens | Grazer AK | 21.03.2026 | 1-5 |
| Bundesliga | Grazer AK | Wolfsberger AC | 14.03.2026 | 2-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Ried VS Grazer AK
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Ried vs Grazer AK
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Betting Intelligence: Ried vs Grazer AK
htmlTwo points. That's all that separates second from third in the Austria Bundesliga heading into this clash between Ried and Grazer AK. This isn't just a local rivalry. This is a battle for position, pride, and precious points.
Ried sit second with 21 points from 26 games. Grazer AK are right behind on 19. A win for either side reshuffles the standings in a meaningful way. Don't underestimate what's at stake here.
Here's what you need to watch for — the head-to-head record tells a fascinating story. Grazer AK have won four of the last six meetings between these sides. That includes a 2-1 victory at their own ground as recently as March 2026. History is quietly on the visitors' side, even if the bookmakers disagree.
Speaking of odds — Ried are priced at 2.15 as home favourites, with Grazer AK available at 3.40. I think that away price carries genuine value. Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that home advantage settles these things.
Ried's form has been inconsistent. Yes, they beat Altach 3-2 and grabbed a win over WSG Wattens in recent weeks. But they've also lost to Austria Vienna at home and shipped three goals away at FC BW Linz. They're a team that leaks goals — 36 conceded in 26 league games is a worrying number at this level.
Grazer AK aren't watertight either, conceding 39 times this season. But their attacking output has been electric lately. A stunning 5-1 demolition of WSG Wattens on the road stands out. That wasn't a fluke — it was a statement.
The key matchup is simple. Ried's K. Mutandwa leads the home attack with 12 goals in 23 games — he's clinical and dangerous. But Grazer AK's R. Harakaté is the player I'm watching most closely. Ten goals, four assists, and the creative heartbeat of everything the visitors do. If he's given space in behind Ried's backline, expect damage.
Here's a surprising detail that casual fans will miss — both teams have shown a pattern of producing goals in games against each other. Five of the last six head-to-heads have featured both teams scoring. The Both Teams to Score market at most bookmakers looks very attractive here.
I'm also backing Harakaté to register either a goal or assist. He's involved in almost everything Grazer AK create, and Ried's defensive record gives him every reason to fancy his chances.
My bold prediction? Grazer AK win 2-1, with Harakaté directly involved in both away goals. The 3.40 on the visitors is where I see the real value on the night.
Friday evening football in the Austrian Bundesliga. Two teams separated by two points. One result that could change everything. Get your popcorn ready — this one's going to be loud.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Bajić | Austria | 30 | Midfielder | 183 | 78 |
| M. Sollbauer | Austria | 35 | Defender | 187 | 86 |
| C. Wernitznig | Austria | 36 | Midfielder | 179 cm | 81 kg |
| M. Rasner | Austria | 30 | Midfielder | 177 | 72 |
| A. Leitner | Austria | 32 | Goalkeeper | 184 | 72 |
| O. Steurer | Germany | 31 | Defender | 191 | 84 |
| N. Havenaar | Japan | 31 | Defender | 200 | 95 |
| Y. Maart | South Africa | 30 | Midfielder | 172 cm | n/a |
| M. Große | Austria | 27 | Attacker | 184 | 78 |
| P. Pomer | Austria | 28 | Midfielder | 182 | 75 |
| F. Wimmer | Austria | 27 | Goalkeeper | 183 | n/a |
| A. Van Wyk | South Africa | 24 | Attacker | 178 | 74 |
| F. Rossdorfer | Austria | 20 | Midfielder | 180 | 67 |
| P. Kiedl | Austria | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| D. Stöger | Austria | 19 | Goalkeeper | 200 | n/a |
| K. Mutandwa | Zambia | 23 | Attacker | 180 cm | 73 kg |
| L. Ondoa | Cameroon | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| J. Boguo | Austria | 18 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| C. Scholl | Germany | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Nevio Zotz | Austria | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Prenqi | Kosovo | 25 | Attacker | 178 | n/a |
| P. Filipović | Germany | 35 | Defender | 188 | 83 |
| D. Achitei | Romania | 17 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| J. Meierhofer | Austria | 28 | Goalkeeper | 187 | 76 |
| L. Vraa-Jensen | Denmark | 20 | Defender | 187 | 76 |
| L. Graf | Austria | 31 | Defender | 186 | 75 |
| M. Kreuzriegler | Austria | 32 | Defender | 182 | 80 |
| D. Frieser | Austria | 32 | Midfielder | 176 | 76 |
| T. Koch | Austria | 25 | Midfielder | 180 | 75 |
| S. Fofana | Togo | 22 | Midfielder | 192 | 78 |
| J. Italiano | Australia | 24 | Midfielder | 177 | 74 |
| R. Harakaté | France | 23 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| T. Cipot | Slovenia | 23 | Attacker | 184 | n/a |
| D. Maderner | Austria | 30 | Attacker | 190 | 82 |
| Z. Jánó | Austria | 21 | Midfielder | 167 | 60 |
| A. Hofleitner | Austria | 25 | Attacker | 196 | n/a |
| T. Schriebl | Austria | 27 | Midfielder | 175 | 67 |
| C. Lichtenberger | Austria | 30 | Midfielder | 172 | 66 |
| Y. Oberleitner | Germany | 23 | Defender | 191 | n/a |
| C. Nicht | Austria | 32 | Goalkeeper | 184 | 78 |
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