Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before August 2026 Match

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. This second-leg tie comes in a high-stakes phase of qualifying, with both clubs aiming to move one step closer to the group stage of Europe’s premier competition. The setting and timing underline the importance of this clash, with home advantage potentially crucial for Sturm Graz as they look to respond in front of their own supporters.

Within this Champions League qualifying context, Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe stats offer a clear picture of a matchup where the Turkish side have generally held the upper hand, but where margins have often been tight. With both teams already active in the 2026 European campaign and showing strong defensive numbers, this fixture carries significant implications not only for progression but also for club finances and continental prestige.

Head-to-head record

The overall head-to-head record between Sturm Graz and Fenerbahçe points to a competitive but Fenerbahçe-leaning matchup across European qualifiers.

• 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 competition is built entirely on qualifying-round encounters, spanning the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Champions League. The rivalry in official fixtures began on 27 July 2017 in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round at Merkur-Arena in Graz. On that date, Sturm Graz hosted Fenerbahçe and fell 1-2, with the Austrian side trailing 1-2 at half-time and unable to overturn the deficit in the second half.

The second chapter came on 3 August 2017, again in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round, this time at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadı in Istanbul. Fenerbahçe were at home and took a 1-0 lead by half-time, but Sturm Graz responded to secure a 1-1 draw by full-time. Over that two-legged Europa League tie, Fenerbahçe’s away win in Graz and home draw in Istanbul ensured they advanced, establishing an early edge in the historical record.

The most recent entry in the Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe timeline arrived on 5 August 2026 in the UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round at Chobani Stadium in Istanbul. Fenerbahçe, again as hosts, recorded a 2-0 victory, leading 2-0 at half-time and seeing out the result over 90 minutes. That win extended Fenerbahçe’s unbeaten record in this pairing and set the stage for the return leg in Graz, with Sturm Graz needing a strong response to alter the historical pattern.

Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers underline Fenerbahçe’s advantage but also show that Sturm Graz have managed to stay competitive in several of these fixtures.

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

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 the 2026 UEFA Champions League campaign to date, Sturm Graz have shown an attacking edge and a generally positive record. Across 3 matches in this competition, they have 2 wins and 1 loss, with a strong home performance profile. Sturm Graz have scored 6 goals and conceded 2, indicating a proactive approach going forward and a relatively solid defensive base, particularly at Merkur-Arena where they have produced a 4-0 win and kept a clean sheet.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Champions League 2026)

Last 5 Fenerbahçe Matches Results and Stats

Fenerbahçe’s 2026 UEFA Champions League qualifying campaign has been built on defensive stability and efficiency. Over 3 matches in this season’s competition, they remain unbeaten with 2 wins and 1 draw. They have scored 4 goals and conceded just 1, including two clean sheets at home. Their biggest home win is 2-0, underlining a controlled, low-risk style that has so far limited opponents’ chances while delivering consistent results.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date in UEFA Champions League 2026)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across all available meetings, the historical record clearly leans towards Fenerbahçe: 2 wins and 1 draw from 3 matches, with a 5-2 aggregate goal advantage and an unbeaten run in this pairing. The venue split shows Fenerbahçe have already won once at Merkur-Arena, while Sturm Graz are still searching for their first victory against the Turkish side. In the current UEFA Champions League season, both teams arrive with strong numbers: Sturm Graz have been free-scoring at home but did lose away to Fenerbahçe, while Fenerbahçe combine an unbeaten record with only 1 goal conceded in 3 matches. Taken together, the head-to-head history and current-season form suggest Fenerbahçe hold a statistical edge, but Sturm Graz’s attacking output at home keeps this second leg open and tactically intriguing.

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