Sturm Graz defeats Girona and achieves first victory in the Champions League

In the fifth round of the League Stage, Biereth scores the only goal of the game early in the second half

SUMMARY

Sturm Graz beat Girona 1-0 at home on Wednesday in the fifth round of the Champions League. Biereth saved the day for the Austrians by scoring the only goal of the match and giving the team their first win in the competition. With the result, Sturm Graz surpasses Girona and is in 29th place, while the Spanish team is in 30th place, both with three points.

HOW WAS THE GAME?

The first half did not have many clear-cut chances for either side. Both teams had few shots on goal and were not very accurate, making the goalkeepers’ jobs easier. Girona started the second half pressing and managed to score in the sixth minute, with a free kick. However, the referee disallowed the goal for offside. The match was decided 13 minutes later, with Biereth. Yalcouyé received the ball unmarked inside the area and shot. The goalkeeper made the save, but gave the rebound to the striker to score.