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 clash comes with a place in the next phase of Europe’s elite competition on the line, adding significant weight to every detail in the Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe stats profile.
With both clubs already active in the 2026 Champions League qualifiers, this tie is a key early-season test of their European ambitions. Fenerbahçe bring a lead from the first leg in Istanbul, while Sturm Graz rely on strong home attacking numbers in this campaign to turn the tie around. In this context, understanding the Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe stats and historical meetings becomes crucial for assessing how this qualifier might unfold.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a compact but telling European rivalry between Sturm Graz and Fenerbahçe across Champions League and Europa League 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 begins with their UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round tie on 27 July 2017. In the first leg at Merkur-Arena in Graz, Sturm Graz hosted Fenerbahçe and fell 1-2. Sturm Graz led 1-0 at half-time, but Fenerbahçe turned the match around to secure a 2-1 away victory, taking control of the tie.
The return match on 3 August 2017 at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadı in Istanbul confirmed Fenerbahçe’s progression. The second leg finished Fenerbahçe 1-1 Sturm Graz, with the home side leading 1-0 at half-time before Sturm Graz found an equaliser after the break. Over the two Europa League qualifiers, Fenerbahçe recorded one win and one draw, scoring three goals to Sturm Graz’s two.
Their most recent meeting came in the UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round on 5 August 2026 at Chobani Stadium in Istanbul. Fenerbahçe again hosted and delivered a controlled performance, beating Sturm Graz 2-0. The half-time score was already 2-0, and Fenerbahçe saw out the second half without conceding. This result reinforces a pattern in the Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe timeline: Fenerbahçe have consistently avoided defeat, especially at home, while Sturm Graz have yet to translate competitive performances into a win in this pairing.
Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The overall head-to-head numbers highlight Fenerbahçe’s edge, but also show that the goal margins have generally been narrow.
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 played three qualifiers, offering a clear statistical picture rather than a full last-five sample. Their season-to-date record is two wins and one loss, with an attacking return of six goals and only two conceded. At home, Sturm Graz have been especially prolific, scoring four goals in a single match and keeping a clean sheet, while their away record shows a more balanced profile with two goals scored and two conceded. Two clean sheets from three fixtures underline a generally solid defensive base, though the 2-0 defeat away to Fenerbahçe shows they can struggle against higher-level opposition.
- 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 also spans three matches so far, and their season-to-date form reads two wins and one draw, with no defeats. They have been very strong at home, winning both matches in Istanbul with an aggregate of three goals scored and none conceded, including the 2-0 victory over Sturm Graz. Away from home, Fenerbahçe have drawn their only match, scoring once and conceding once. Across the three fixtures, they have scored four goals and conceded only one, backed by two clean sheets and a perfect record in penalties taken, converting their single attempt.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date in UEFA Champions League 2026)
Historical Statistical Verdict
The combined picture of head-to-head history and current European form tilts the statistical balance towards Fenerbahçe. Historically, Fenerbahçe lead the series with two wins and one draw from three meetings, outscoring Sturm Graz 5-2 and maintaining an unbeaten record. The venue split shows that Fenerbahçe have already won once at Merkur-Arena, which reduces the traditional home advantage for the Austrian side. In the current Champions League season, Sturm Graz have been potent at home and generally solid at the back, but their loss in Istanbul underlines the step up in opposition quality. Fenerbahçe, meanwhile, pair a strong defensive record with consistent results in qualifiers, especially on home soil. While this does not guarantee the outcome of the upcoming second leg, the historical and current stats suggest Fenerbahçe enter the match with a measurable edge, and Sturm Graz will need to outperform their prior meetings to overturn the tie.
Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahçe H2H Statistics updated on 06 August 2026.
