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Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe Stats: Head-to-head Record and Past Meetings

Sturm Graz host Fenerbahçe at Merkur-Arena in Graz on 11 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:30 UTC in the UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round. After the first leg in Istanbul, this return fixture will decide who progresses closer to the group stage, adding significant weight to every detail in the Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe stats profile.

Both clubs arrive here via strong early-season qualifying campaigns in Europe’s elite competition, and this tie now hinges on Sturm Graz overturning a deficit from Turkey. With Fenerbahçe already having taken control in the first leg, the stakes are clear: Sturm Graz need a statement performance at Merkur-Arena, while Fenerbahçe aim to manage the advantage and lean on their superior historical record in this matchup.

Head-to-head record

The overall head-to-head record shows Fenerbahçe holding the edge over Sturm Graz in European competition.

  • Previous meetings: 3
  • Sturm Graz wins: 0
  • Draws: 1
  • Fenerbahçe wins: 2

Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe Timeline & Historical Context

The Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe timeline in European competitions spans both the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League, with the Turkish side generally having the upper hand. The most recent chapter came on 5 August 2026 in Istanbul in the UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round, where Fenerbahçe defeated Sturm Graz 2-0 at Chobani Stadium. Fenerbahçe led 2-0 at half-time and maintained that advantage through full time, putting themselves in a strong position heading into the return leg in Graz.

Their previous encounters were in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round in 2017. On 3 August 2017 at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadı in Istanbul, Fenerbahçe hosted Sturm Graz and the match finished 1-1. Fenerbahçe went into the break 1-0 up and Sturm Graz found an equaliser in the second half, but the draw still favoured the Turkish club given the aggregate context of that tie.

The first of the recent competitive meetings in the record came on 27 July 2017 at Merkur-Arena in Graz, also in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round. Sturm Graz, playing at home, fell 1-2 to Fenerbahçe. The visitors led 2-1 at half-time and saw out the match by the same scoreline. Taken together, these fixtures show a pattern of Fenerbahçe consistently taking results from Sturm Graz, whether in Austria or Turkey, and underline why the historical balance of this rivalry favours the Istanbul side.

Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The statistical breakdown of the head-to-head series underlines Fenerbahçe’s advantage in both results and scoring output.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Sturm Graz 2 - 5 Fenerbahçe
  • Average Goals per Match: Sturm Graz 0.67 vs Fenerbahçe 1.67

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Merkur-Arena: 2 matches played here — Sturm Graz won 0 (as home side), Fenerbahçe won 1 (as away side), 1 draw
  • At Fenerbahçe’s stadiums (Istanbul): 1 match played here — Fenerbahçe won 1 (as home side), Sturm Graz won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

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

  • 05 August 2026: Fenerbahçe 2-0 Sturm Graz (Half-time: 2-0) – UEFA Champions League, 3rd Qualifying Round
  • 03 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 Sturm Graz Matches Results and Stats

For Sturm Graz, the available Champions League season to date statistics show a side that has been generally positive in attack but exposed at times defensively. Across 3 Champions League fixtures, they have 2 wins and 1 loss, with 6 goals scored and 2 conceded. At home they have been especially potent, averaging 4.0 goals scored and none conceded, while away they average 1.0 scored and 1.0 conceded. Two clean sheets and just one match without scoring suggest that when they play at Merkur-Arena, they can create enough chances to threaten even a solid Fenerbahçe defence.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)

Last 5 Fenerbahçe Matches Results and Stats

Fenerbahçe’s Champions League season to date numbers point to an unbeaten and well-balanced team. Over 3 matches they have 2 wins and 1 draw, scoring 4 goals and conceding only 1. At home they have been particularly strong, with 2 wins from 2, 3 goals scored and none conceded, highlighting the 2-0 first-leg victory over Sturm Graz as part of a wider pattern of defensive solidity. Away from home they have drawn their only Champions League fixture so far, scoring once and conceding once. Two clean sheets and no failures to score underline an efficient, controlled approach that travels reasonably well.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)

Historical Statistical Verdict

The combined picture of the historical head-to-head record and current European form tilts the balance towards Fenerbahçe. The record shows 2 wins and 1 draw for the Turkish side across 3 meetings, with a 5-2 aggregate goal edge and positive results both home and away. Sturm Graz, however, can point to strong Champions League home numbers this season, with high scoring output and clean sheets at Merkur-Arena, which gives them a realistic platform to chase the deficit. Fenerbahçe’s unbeaten Champions League run, low goals-against figures, and consistent performances in this fixture suggest they remain statistically favoured to progress, but the historical and current trends also indicate that Sturm Graz have enough attacking quality at home to make this second leg highly competitive.

Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe H2H Statistics updated on 06 August 2026.

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