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Grazer AK 1902 0–1 SK Sturm Graz
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The 3rd round 2022-23 Austrian Cup match between GAK and Sturm Graz at the Liebenauer Stadium, Graz, took place on Wednesday 19 October 2022. Although it was the 198th city derby in history between the two teams, it was notable as it was the first in 15 years, and was marked by high fan engagement and both on and off-field incidents, despite a heavy police presence. Background The two teams, fierce local rivals, have not played each other in 5635 days, which amounts to 15 years. The last match between the two was in 2007. Build-up The game was widely anticipated in the city, The Sturm fans hung a dead pig emblazoned with a "fuck GAK" sticker from a motorway bridge before the game. In retaliation, the "Grazer AK 1902 fan project" announced on social media that it will sponsor two pigs. Although Sturm were clear favourites in terms of sporting ability, tensions ran high before the game. in a sold-out stadium. Aftermath The fiery atmosphere was particularly noted, with the match on the pitch showing that GAK have narrowed the sporting gulf between their rivals. The police stated that aside from minor incidents of vandalism and physical altercations, overall the day was peaceful, much more so than they feared in the build-up to the game. 
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