Feyenoord 3-0 Sturm Graz Player Ratings: Van Persie's Men Run Riot at Home As They Score Three Past 30th-Placed Sturm Graz

Feyenoord put up a brilliant performance as they completely dismantled Sturm Graz in a one-sided Europa League clash. The home side were on a different level from the very first whistle. It was a masterclass from Robin van Persie's side, which showcased controlled aggression and clinical finishing.

The match got off to a blistering start as Tsuyoshi Watanabe headed home from a corner in just the 5th minute. That early goal set the tone for the entire evening for the hosts. Sturm Graz never really recovered after going behind so early in the match.

Feyenoord just oozed confidence, as they maintained possession with ease, and their attacking players were a constant menace.

This match felt decided long before the final whistle, with Anis Hadj Moussa adding a second eight minutes after the hour mark and Gonçalo Borges putting the cherry on top in the 90th minute. It was a brutal display of superiority from the home side, who kept their qualification hopes alive.

Here are the Feyenoord vs Sturm Graz Player Ratings from the tricky UEFA Europa League clash.

Key Takeaways

• Tsuyoshi Watanabe was the man of the match with a commanding defensive display and a goal, while creative and influential displays from Anis Hadj Moussa and Gonçalo Borges helped secure a comprehensive 3-0 win.
• Key midfield performers like In-beom Hwang and Luciano Valente provided control and tempo, and the defense largely limited Sturm Graz’s attacking threat.
• Several Sturm Graz forwards, particularly Seedy Jatta and Maurice Malone, were utterly poor with little attacking impact, and even their best performers couldn’t prevent the home side’s dominance.

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Goalkeeper

Timon Wellenreuther - 7.0: A fairly quiet night for the captain, which says it all. He made two solid saves when called upon. What stood out to us was his distribution, especially his long balls which often found their target. He commanded his box with authority and was a calm presence throughout.

Defenders

Tsuyoshi Watanabe - 8.5: What a player. Our man of the match without a doubt. He scored the crucial opening goal with a powerful header. Defensively, he was an absolute colossus, winning an incredible nine aerial duels. He barely gave the Sturm Graz forwards a sniff. A truly commanding performance at both ends of the pitch.

Anel Ahmedhodzic - 7.5: A very composed and classy performance. His passing from the back was excellent, helping Feyenoord build attacks. He made eight crucial clearances and won all his duels. Looked comfortable and untroubled all game. A really solid showing.

Jordan Bos - 7.5: Absolutely flew down the left wing during his time on the pitch. He was a constant outlet and won nearly every single duel he contested. His last-man tackle was a key moment, even if the team was in control. It's a shame he had to come off early, he was having a great game.

Jordan Lotomba - 6.5: A bit of a mixed bag from Lotomba. He had plenty of the ball but struggled in his defensive duels. We noticed he was caught out of position a couple of times. He did make some important tackles but didn't look as secure as the rest of the backline. An average day at the office.

Midfielders

In-beom Hwang - 7.0: The metronome in midfield. He kept everything ticking over with an outstanding 94% pass accuracy. He dictated the tempo of the game before his substitution. The yellow card was a bit needless but otherwise, he was disciplined and effective. A very intelligent player.

Gonçalo Borges - 8.0: A fantastic creative display capped off with a well-deserved goal. He created three chances for his teammates and was a constant threat. His movement was clever and he always seemed to find space. A really exciting performance from him.

Sem Steijn - 7.0: A solid and industrious performance. He picked up an assist and was neat in possession. He perhaps wasn't as eye-catching as some of his teammates but he played his role perfectly. A reliable and hardworking shift.

Luciano Valente - 7.0: The engine room. He was everywhere, covering so much ground and getting involved in everything. He had 95 touches, more than anyone else on his team. He fought for every ball and won most of his battles. A proper workhorse performance.

Anis Hadj Moussa - 8.0: The star of the show while he was on. He provided the assist for the first goal and scored the second himself. He was unpredictable and a nightmare for the defenders, though he did lose possession a lot. But his high-risk style brought high rewards today. A thrilling player to watch.

Forwards

Ayase Ueda - 6.0: It just wasn't his night. From our perspective, he looked a little off the pace. He worked hard and made some good runs, but he missed a big chance that he'll be disappointed with. His link-up play was okay, but you expect more of a cutting edge. A frustrating evening for the striker.

Substitutes

Shaqueel van Persie - 7.0: Came on and made an immediate impact, setting up the third goal. A very promising cameo.

Jan Plug - N/A: Didn't have enough time to make an impact.

Leo Sauer - 6.5: Looked bright and forced a save from the keeper. A decent spell off the bench.

Cyle Larin - N/A: Not on long enough to rate.

Oussama Targhalline - N/A: Came on late to see the game out.

Manager

R. van Persie - 8.0: His game plan was spot on. Feyenoord were aggressive, organized, and ruthless. He set the team up to dominate and they delivered in style. His substitutions were also effective. A perfect night's work for the manager.

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Goalkeeper

Daniil Khudyakov - 5.5: A tough evening for the keeper. He let in three goals, and his distribution was really poor. His low pass completion put his defenders under unnecessary pressure time and again. He did make a few saves, but it was a night he'll want to forget quickly.

Defenders

Emir Karic - 7.0: One of the few bright spots for the away side. He fought bravely, winning an impressive seven tackles. He never stopped running and tried to get his team on the front foot. It was a losing battle but he can hold his head high. A performance full of heart.

Tim Oermann - 6.0: He had a very difficult time against Feyenoord's fluid attack. While he made some clearances, he looked a yard off the pace. He was part of a defence that was pulled apart far too easily. He'll have better days.

Arjan Malic - 6.0: Like his defensive partners, he was overwhelmed. He got a yellow card for a clumsy challenge and was eventually substituted. He did make a few important tackles and clearances but it wasn't enough. A really tough assignment for him.

Emanuel Aiwu - 6.0: A very busy night for him, with nine clearances to his name. However, he also looked shaky and lost possession in dangerous areas. He struggled to cope with the movement of the Feyenoord forwards. A mixed performance at best.

Midfielders

Jon Gorenc Stankovic - 7.0: The captain fought a lone battle in midfield at times. He won a remarkable number of duels and recovered the ball nine times. He was constantly trying to break up play and drive his team forward. A real captain's effort in a losing cause.

Otar Kiteishvili - 7.5: Sturm Graz's best player on the night, from our perspective. He won an incredible 14 duels and was their only real creative spark. He was constantly tackling, dribbling, and trying to make things happen. An impressive all-action display despite the result.

Tomi Horvat - 6.0: He worked hard off the ball, making six tackles. However, he offered very little in possession and was largely anonymous going forward. The game seemed to pass him by. Not enough impact.

Luca Weinhandl - 6.5: Showed some flashes of quality before being taken off. He got a shot on target and won all his tackles. He looked like one of the few who could compete physically. It was a surprise to see him substituted.

Forwards

Seedy Jatta - 5.5: Completely anonymous. He barely had a touch of the ball and lost almost every duel. He was isolated, for sure, but he offered absolutely no threat. A very disappointing performance before being subbed.

Maurice Malone - 5.5: Similar to his strike partner, he was completely ineffective. He lost ten aerial duels, which is staggering. He was bullied by the Feyenoord defence and gave the ball away cheaply. A really poor showing.

Substitutes

Axel Kayombo - N/A: Came on but couldn't change the game.

Filip Rózga - N/A: Not enough time to make an impact.

Jeyland Mitchell - N/A: Brought on when the game was already lost.

Jacob Peter Hödl - N/A: No real impact.

Belmin Beganovic - N/A: Not on long enough to rate.

Manager

F. Ingolitsch - 5.0: His team looked out of their depth from minute one. The tactical setup was all wrong, as they were carved open with ease. They offered nothing in attack and looked disorganized at the back. An awful day at the office for the manager.

Man of the Match

Tsuyoshi Watanabe was our man of the match in the Feyenoord vs Sturm Graz match.

Worst Performer

Seedy Jatta and Maurice Malone were jointly adjudged as the worst performers in this Europa League encounter.