Preview: Feyenoord vs Sturm Graz - prediction, team news, lineups

[(Feyenoord) Strength]:
1. Feyenoord are currently in 30th place in the Europa League with 3 points, trailing the 24th-placed play-off spot by 4 points. If they fail to secure any points in this match, they will lose their hope of advancing.
2. Fortunately, the team's main midfield lineup is intact. Attacking midfielder Steijn has scored 7 goals and provided 3 assists this season, and his long-range shots from the edge of the box are very threatening.
3. Feyenoord are currently in 2nd place in the Eredivisie with 36 points, 16 points behind the league leaders. The team have essentially lost hope of winning the league and will focus more on cup competitions.

[(Feyenoord) Neutral]:
1. In the two previous encounters between the two teams, each side won once and lost once, showing no advantage at all.

[(Feyenoord) Weakness]:
1. Feyenoord are facing a severe injury crisis, with as many as 10 players on the injury list, including the team's top scorer, Ayase Ueda.
2. Feyenoord have not won any of their last 6 matches, only managing 2 draws and 4 losses, indicating a very poor recent form.

[(Sturm Graz) Strength]:
1. Sturm Graz are in 29th place in the Europa League with 4 points, trailing the 24th-placed play-off spot by 3 points. This match will also be a decisive battle for the team to enter the playoffs.
2. Otar Kiteishvili has scored 10 goals and provided 2 assists this season. His footwork is excellent, and his dribbling is agile.

[(Sturm Graz) Weakness]:
1. Sturm Graz's young center-forward Leon Grgic has been affected by injuries recently. He has scored 3 goals and provided 2 assists this season. He is very active on the field and can help organize and connect the team in attack.
2. Sturm Graz are in 2nd place in the Austrian Bundesliga with 29 points. The league title race is intense, and the team may shift more focus to the league.
3. Sturm Graz have only managed 2 draws and 2 losses in their last 4 matches, including friendlies, indicating poor recent form.

[Tips]:
Feyenoord's injury problems are extremely severe, especially the absence of key striker Ayase Ueda, which significantly weakens the team's offensive firepower. Recently, Feyenoord's overall form has been poor, with no wins in their last 6 matches, only managing 2 draws and 4 losses. Although Sturm Graz are not in their best form either, their main squad is largely intact. Facing an injury-ridden Feyenoord, securing a draw away from home should not be a problem.

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