First Vienna vs FC BW Linz: the numbers, the form and our prediction
There is barely anything between First Vienna and FC BW Linz on our numbers. Form trajectory, a side-by-side comparison, the head-to-head record and where the model does — and does not — commit.
The fixture at a glance
FC BW Linz travel to First Vienna on 31 October 2026 at Hohe Warte Stadium, Vienna. First Vienna are the model's favourite, with a win probability of roughly 37%. This matchday 11 fixture in 2. Liga is listed as First Vienna - FC BW Linz. Kick-off is 16:00 UTC.
Form analysis and trajectory
First Vienna: they come in on the back of a defeat, following three wins and one defeat before that. That is three wins, no draws and two defeats from the last five, worth 9 points. Across those five they scored eight and conceded seven, with one clean sheet. That is reflected in a form rating of 78.0 out of 100, and they sit 2nd on a goal difference of +12.
FC BW Linz: they come in on a two-match winning sequence, following two wins and one draw before that. That is four wins, one draw and no defeats from the last five, worth 13 points. It leaves them unbeaten in five. Across those five they scored eleven and conceded three, with two clean sheets. That is reflected in a form rating of 73.3 out of 100, and they sit 1st on a goal difference of +20.
Comparison data
| Statistic | First Vienna | FC BW Linz |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 2nd | 1st |
| Goal difference | +12 | +20 |
| Form (last 5, most recent first) | LWWWL | WWDWW |
| Points from last 5 | 9 | 13 |
| Goals scored / conceded (last 5) | 8 / 7 | 11 / 3 |
| Clean sheets (last 5) | 1 | 2 |
| Form rating (0-100) | 78.0 | 73.3 |
| Players unavailable | 0 | 0 |
| Model win probability | 37% | 30% |
Key match insights
- Pre-match form ratings: First Vienna 78.0 versus FC BW Linz 73.3, a gap of 4.7, which aligns with the model's favourite.
- Availability: No absentees listed for either side in our injury feed at the time of writing.
- Goals outlook: A combined scoring line of 3.00, over 2.5 goals at 44% and both teams to score at 53%.
- First goal: Leans FC BW Linz's way at 46%.
Sentiment and prediction
The model does not commit. First Vienna is the nominal pick at 37%, but the three results sit close to even. The goals line points to under 2.5 goals. Baseline expectation tilts First Vienna's way, especially at Hohe Warte Stadium.
This is a data-led read, not a certainty. The numbers are shown as they come out of the model so the basis for the call can be checked rather than assumed.
Frequently asked questions
Who is favoured to win the match: First Vienna or FC BW Linz?
First Vienna, with an implied win probability of roughly 37%. The full split is 37% First Vienna, 34% the draw and 30% FC BW Linz.
When and where is First Vienna vs FC BW Linz being played?
31 October 2026 at Hohe Warte Stadium, Vienna, kick-off 16:00 UTC.
Have First Vienna and FC BW Linz met before?
Our records hold no previous meeting between the two sides.
What is the recent form of First Vienna and FC BW Linz?
First Vienna have taken 9 points from their last five (LWWWL), FC BW Linz 13 from theirs (WWDWW). Most recently First Vienna took a 0-3 defeat at home to Rapid Vienna and FC BW Linz a 1-0 win away at Austria Salzburg.
How many goals are expected in First Vienna vs FC BW Linz?
The model's combined scoring line is 3.00 — 2.00 for First Vienna and 1.00 for FC BW Linz. It rates over 2.5 goals at 44%.
Will both teams score?
The model rates both teams to score at 53%, so its call is yes.