Fenerbahçe vs 05.08.26 18:002 – 0Full Time
Sturm Graz — UEFA Champions League: stats, lineups & analysis
Match report
Fenerbahçe overwhelm Sturm Graz to seize control of qualifying tie
Fenerbahçe took a commanding 2-0 lead over Sturm Graz in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League third qualifying round tie, played at the Chobani Stadium Fenerbahce Sukru Saracoglu. The home side led at half-time and never looked in danger of relinquishing that advantage as the visitors struggled to make an impression.
AI-assisted match report written from official match data.
Talisca opened the scoring in the ninth minute, finishing off an assist from Kerem Aktürkoğlu to put the hosts ahead early. Fenerbahçe doubled their lead right on the stroke of half-time when Mason Greenwood converted a Marco Asensio assist, sending the sides in at the break with the contest already looking settled at 2-0.
The second half produced no further goals, with Fenerbahçe content to manage their advantage under Ismail Kartal. Sturm Graz, managed by Fabio Ingolitsch, were unable to find a way back into the game and finished with just one shot on target, while referee Chris Kavanagh booked three of their players as frustration grew.
Milan Škriniar was the top-rated performer on the pitch with a rating of 8.9, anchoring the Fenerbahçe defence as the hosts kept Sturm Graz at arm's length throughout.
Fenerbahçe dominated possession with 72% of the ball, underlining their control over the tempo of the match.
Fenerbahçe beat Sturm Graz 2–0 (half-time 2–0).
Fenerbahçe met Sturm Graz in the UEFA Champions League (3rd Qualifying Round). Kick-off was Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 18:00 UTC at Chobani Stadium Fenerbahce Sukru Saracoglu. Referee: Chris Kavanagh.
Team pages: Fenerbahçe · Sturm Graz · UEFA Champions League
Key moments
- 9' Goal: Talisca (assist: Kerem Aktürkoğlu) — 1–0 · Watch Talisca's goal video (9')
- 45' Goal: Mason Greenwood (assist: Marco Asensio) — 2–0 · Watch Mason Greenwood's goal video (45')
Starting line-ups
Fenerbahçe (4-2-3-1)
Sturm Graz (4-4-2)
Pre-match read
Over 1.5 Goals. League base rate: 82% over 1.5 goals On the other hand: Team over/under identity — Fenerbahçe have gone over 1.5 in 87% of their last 38 matches and Sturm Graz in 66% of their last 38, against a l
Over 2.5 Goals. League base rate: 58% over 2.5 goals On the other hand: Team over/under identity — Fenerbahçe have gone over 2.5 in 61% of their last 38 matches and Sturm Graz in 53% of their last 38, against a l
Under 3.5 Goals. League base rate: 37% over 3.5 goals On the other hand: Team over/under identity — Fenerbahçe have gone over 3.5 in 42% of their last 38 matches and Sturm Graz in 29% of their last 38, against a l
Both Teams to Score. League base rate: 54% both teams score On the other hand: The hosts clearly outclass the visitors — The home side is rated 364 Elo points above the visitors — big home favourites this size see the t
Fenerbahçe to Score. League base rate: 80% home sides score
Home rated 1946 vs 1582 — 0.92 expected score Home scored in 80% of recent home matches
Model-generated pre-match read. Not betting advice.
About this match
On this page: the Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz final score and result, goal highlights and video clips of every goal, who scored, starting lineups, match stats and the full match report from this UEFA Champions League fixture.
- Who scored and when — a goal-by-goal timeline of the match.
- Match stats — possession, shots, expected goals (xG), corners and cards.
- Starting lineups and player ratings for both teams.
- Head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
Watch the goals: goal highlights and video clips of every goal from Fenerbahçe 2–0 Sturm Graz. Explore more on the Fenerbahçe and Sturm Graz team pages or the UEFA Champions League page.
Quick answers
›What was the final score of Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz?
Fenerbahçe beat Sturm Graz 2–0 (half-time 2–0).
›Who scored in Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz?
Talisca (9') for Fenerbahçe; Mason Greenwood (45') for Fenerbahçe.
›Where can I watch Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz highlights?
Goal highlights and video clips from Fenerbahçe 2–0 Sturm Graz are on this page — open the videos tab to watch every goal.
›What is the head-to-head record between Fenerbahçe and Sturm Graz?
Fenerbahçe and Sturm Graz have met 2 times — 1 win for Fenerbahçe, 0 wins for Sturm Graz and 1 draw.