Fenerbahçe to face Sturm Graz in Champions League third qualifying round on August 5

Fenerbahçe has been drawn against Sturm Graz, representatives of Austria's top-flight league, in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League. The yellow-and-navy side will play the first leg on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 21:00 in Istanbul; the return match will take place in Austria. Fenerbahçe aims to secure a favorable result in the first leg to advance through the round.

The match will be broadcast live and free-to-air on TV100. Ticket sales will begin in phases: from July 31, priority access will be given to High Advisory Council and congress members; on August 1, FBSK Super App Premium members and Fenerbahçe Bank supporters card holders will gain access; on August 2, general sales will open.

Should Fenerbahçe advance past this tie, they will progress to the playoff round and move one step closer to the UEFA Champions League group stage. For the yellow-and-navy side, which aspires to compete in Europe's most prestigious club tournament, this match carries enormous significance.