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Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before Match

Fenerbahçe host Sturm Graz on 5 August 2026 at 18:00 UTC in the 3rd Qualifying Round of the UEFA Champions League at Chobani Stadium Fenerbahce Sukru Saracoglu in Istanbul. With a place in the next phase of Europe’s elite competition on the line, this tie carries significant weight for both clubs as they look to turn early-season promise into a full group-stage campaign.

The betting markets already underline the importance of this clash, with multiple bookmakers making Fenerbahçe clear favourites at home. Against that backdrop, understanding the Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz stats and historical patterns becomes crucial for assessing how this qualifying matchup might unfold over two legs and how the Turkish side’s home advantage could shape the first encounter.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a short but instructive head-to-head history between Fenerbahçe and Sturm Graz in European competition.

  • Previous meetings: 2
  • Fenerbahçe wins: 1
  • Draws: 1
  • Sturm Graz wins: 0

Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz Timeline & Historical Context

The Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz timeline in UEFA competition begins in the 3rd Qualifying Round of the UEFA Europa League in 2017. On 27 July 2017, Sturm Graz hosted the first leg at Merkur-Arena in Graz. The Austrian side went into the break trailing after a high-tempo first half that finished 1-2, and the match ended Sturm Graz 1-2 Fenerbahçe. That away victory immediately handed the Turkish club control of the tie.

The return leg took place on 3 August 2017 at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadı in Istanbul, again in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round. Fenerbahçe capitalised on home advantage early, leading 1-0 at half-time. The match finished Fenerbahçe 1-1 Sturm Graz, enough for the hosts to advance on aggregate while recording a draw in the second leg.

Across those two fixtures, Fenerbahçe demonstrated the ability to win on the road and then manage the second leg at home, while Sturm Graz showed resilience by avoiding defeat in Istanbul in the Europa League context. With the new meeting now in the UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round, the historical sample is small but still offers a focused Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz timeline that highlights competitive balance, especially in Turkey.

Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall numbers from their European clashes underline Fenerbahçe’s slight edge, particularly in terms of results and goal output.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Fenerbahçe 3 - 2 Sturm Graz
  • Average Goals per Match: Fenerbahçe 1.50 vs Sturm Graz 1.00

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Fenerbahçe's stadium: 1 match played here — Fenerbahçe won 0 (as home side), Sturm Graz won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
  • At Sturm Graz's stadium: 1 match played here — Sturm Graz won 0 (as home side), Fenerbahçe won 1 (as away side), 0 draws

Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 3 August 2017: Fenerbahçe 1-1 Sturm Graz (Half-time: 1-0) – UEFA Europa League, 3rd Qualifying Round
  • 27 July 2017: Sturm Graz 1-2 Fenerbahçe (Half-time: 1-2) – UEFA Europa League, 3rd Qualifying Round

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Fenerbahçe Matches Results and Stats

For the current UEFA Champions League season to date, Fenerbahçe have made an unbeaten start across two qualifiers. They have combined a solid defensive platform with enough attacking efficiency, scoring in both fixtures and keeping one clean sheet. A balanced goals profile home and away suggests a side capable of adapting to different game states while still limiting opponents’ chances.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 1, Lose 0

Last 5 Sturm Graz Matches Results and Stats

Sturm Graz enter this tie in excellent Champions League qualifying form season to date, winning both of their opening two matches. They have been prolific in attack, averaging three goals per game and scoring four at home and two away, while maintaining defensive perfection with no goals conceded. Two clean sheets underline a well-organised unit that can both dominate at home and travel effectively in Europe.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 0

Historical Statistical Verdict

Taken together, the historical and current Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz stats paint a nuanced picture. Historically, Fenerbahçe hold the edge in results with one win and one draw, and a 3-2 aggregate goal advantage, including a positive record on Austrian soil and a controlled draw in Istanbul. Venue splits show that Sturm Graz have already proved they can avoid defeat in Turkey, while Fenerbahçe have demonstrated they can win away in Graz.

In terms of season-to-date Champions League form, Sturm Graz arrive with stronger attacking numbers and two clean sheets, suggesting a high-confidence, well-balanced side. Fenerbahçe, however, remain unbeaten and have shown defensive resilience at home, which aligns with bookmakers making them clear favourites in this first leg. Overall, the historical head-to-head leans slightly towards Fenerbahçe, but the current form of Sturm Graz indicates a more competitive tie than the odds alone might suggest, setting up a tactically intriguing qualifier in Istanbul.

Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz H2H Statistics updated on 31 July 2026.

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