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Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz Prediction, Tips & Odds

Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz

UEFA Champions League3rd Qualifying Round
Fenerbahçe
WDWWW
2 - 0
Chobani Stadium Fenerbahce Sukru Saracoglu, Istanbul
Referee: C. Kavanagh
Sturm Graz
WLDWW
★ OUR PICK
Over 2.5 Goals
Both sides average plenty of goals and trend toward open games — the over is the value pick here.
Totals
1.60
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.50 (implied 66.8%) for Over 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 69.3% probability (an expert ratio of 1.44). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (69.3% vs 66.8%), driven by both sides' high goal output and tendency toward open games. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Fenerbahçe to win against Sturm Graz, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Fenerbahçe has been in strong form, with four wins and one draw in their last five matches. This consistent performance highlights their attacking capabilities and resilience, which are crucial as they aim to progress in the UEFA Champions League qualifiers. On the other hand, Sturm Graz also boasts an impressive record, having won all of their last five matches. Their perfect run indicates a side that has built momentum and confidence. However, the level of competition they have faced may differ from that of Fenerbahçe, which could impact their performance in this crucial match. The model assigns a win probability of approximately 60% for Fenerbahçe, while Sturm Graz holds a 25% chance of winning, with the remaining percentage allocated to a draw. One caveat for Fenerbahçe is that they must maintain their defensive discipline against a Sturm Graz side that is currently on a winning streak. The full methodology used in this prediction can be found in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where our in-house model evaluates expected goals and actual results throughout the season. The Daily Punt Analysis Team remains committed to providing data-driven insights for every match.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Fenerbahçe Win64%1.30
Draw17%5.47
Sturm Graz Win19%8.34
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.8455.7%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.5062.3%

Combined goal output is high (4.2 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Fenerbahçe 2-0 Sturm Graz
6.5215.5%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 15.5% probability.

Asian Handicap
Fenerbahçe -1.5
1.6744%

Fenerbahçe have been the stronger side, winning 65% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
2-0
6.52
15.5%
1-0
7.66
13.1%
2-1
7.71
13.1%
3-0
7.79
13.0%
3-1
9.34
10.9%
1-1
9.39
10.8%

Our model projects a 2-0 Fenerbahçe win as the most likely scoreline at 15.5% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Fenerbahçe clean sheets, in line with their 35% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Fenerbahçe
-0.0
1.10
Sturm Graz
+0.0
6.02
Fenerbahçe
-0.5
1.28
Sturm Graz
+0.5
6.90
Fenerbahçe
-1.5
1.67
Sturm Graz
+1.5
13.00

Lines averaged across 3 bookmakers. Fenerbahçe are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.295.409.001.502.551.831.85
Marathonbet
1.355.858.301.492.471.861.84
Betfair
1.225.508.001.452.551.951.75
Pinnacle
1.295.708.941.522.55
SBO
1.324.596.761.602.31
William Hill
1.305.007.001.801.91
Bet365
1.285.508.501.502.501.911.80
1xBet
1.355.988.551.482.501.871.85
Unibet
1.305.409.001.492.381.831.84
888Sport
1.305.007.501.442.501.801.91
Betano
1.345.809.251.522.651.801.95
Superbet
1.335.658.101.502.601.801.95
BetVictor
1.295.759.501.482.411.801.90

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
93.4%
Over 1.5 Goals
82%
Over 2.5 Goals
62.3%
Over 3.5 Goals
41.9%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XFenerbahçe or Draw
81%1.07
12Fenerbahçe or Sturm Graz
83%1.13
X2Draw or Sturm Graz
36%3.27

Head to Head

Last 2 Meetings (Fenerbahçe leads 1-0)
1 Fenerbahçe1 Draw0 Sturm Graz
Aug 17
Fenerbahçe
1-1
Sturm Graz
UEFA Europa League
Jul 17
Sturm Graz
1-2
Fenerbahçe
UEFA Europa League

In the head-to-head record between Fenerbahçe and Sturm Graz, Fenerbahçe has won 1 match, there has been 1 draw, and Sturm Graz has not secured a win. The two encounters were closely contested, with one match finishing in a 1-1 draw and the other ending in a narrow 2-1 victory for Fenerbahçe. This indicates a balanced rivalry, with neither team achieving a dominant performance in their past meetings. Sturm Graz has not won against Fenerbahçe in this matchup, highlighting their struggle to claim victory in these fixtures.

Key Statistics

2026 Season
FenerbahçeSturm Graz
2.23Goals p.g.1.94
1.08Goals conceded p.g.1.15
35%Clean sheets39%
65%Win rate48%
3.31Avg goals in match3.09
2.09xG per game1.72
0.65xGA per game0.41
59%Possession %53%
6.0Shots on target / game5.2
7.0Corners per game5.5
Fenerbahçe
Recent Form

Fenerbahçe have won 9 of their last 13 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 1. Their recent home fixtures include beat Sturm Graz 2-0 and beat Gornik Zabrze 1-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 17W 5D 4L from the last 26 games (65% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: FenerbahçeAll competitions
05 Aug
Fenerbahçe
2-0
Sturm Graz
UEFA Champions League
29 Jul
Gornik Zabrze
1-1
Fenerbahçe
UEFA Champions League
21 Jul
Fenerbahçe
1-0
Gornik Zabrze
UEFA Champions League
14 Jul
Lask Linz
1-2
Fenerbahçe
Friendlies Clubs
11 Jul
Fenerbahçe
4-0
Pogon Szczecin
Friendlies Clubs
08 Jul
Admira Wacker
0-5
Fenerbahçe
Friendlies Clubs
17
Win
65%
5
Draw
19%
4
Lost
15%
Sturm Graz
Recent Form

Sturm Graz have won 6 of their last 15 matches on the road, drawing 5 and losing 4. Their recent away fixtures include beat Sturm Graz 0-2 and lost to Fenerbahçe 2-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 16W 12D 5L from the last 33 games (48% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Sturm GrazAll competitions
08 Aug
TSV Hartberg
0-2
Sturm Graz
Bundesliga
05 Aug
Fenerbahçe
2-0
Sturm Graz
UEFA Champions League
01 Aug
WSG Wattens
1-1
Sturm Graz
Bundesliga
28 Jul
Heart Of Midlothian
0-2
Sturm Graz
UEFA Champions League
24 Jul
Seekirchen
0-3
Sturm Graz
Cup
21 Jul
Sturm Graz
4-0
Heart Of Midlothian
UEFA Champions League
16
Win
48%
12
Draw
36%
5
Lost
15%

Lineups

Confirmed

Fenerbahçe4-3-3Confirmed

27Nélson SemedoDEF
24Jayden OosterwoldeDEF
15Nathan AkéDEF
37Milan ŠkriniarDEF
9Kerem AktürkoğluFWD
94TaliscaFWD
11Mason GreenwoodFWD
34Mert GünokGK
6Mattéo GuendouziMID
10Marco AsensioMID
91N'Golo KantéMID
18Mert MüldürDEF
14Yiğit Efe DemirDEF
4Çağlar SöyüncüDEF
3Archie BrownDEF
26Sidiki CherifFWD
20Anthony MusabaFWD
70Oğuz AydınFWD
19Vedat MuriqiFWD
31EdersonGK
17İrfan Can KahveciMID
5İsmail YüksekMID
7FredMID

Sturm Graz4-4-2Confirmed

18Emran SogloDEF
5Albert VallciDEF
28Jurgen HeilDEF
2Jeyland MitchellDEF
20Seedy JattaFWD
17Szymon WłodarczykFWD
53Daniil KhudyakovGK
43Jacob HödlMID
39Luca WeinhandlMID
4Jon Gorenc StankovićMID
19Simon SeidlMID
30Paul KollerDEF
27Luís BalboDEF
23Arjan MalićDEF
21Petar PetrovićDEF
11Axel KayomboFWD
44Nelson WeiperFWD
26Belmin BeganovićFWD
22Ammar HelacGK
32Christoph Wiener-PucherGK
40Julian HalwachsMID
15Gizo MamageishviliMID
80Ryan FossoMID

Unavailable Players

0 players

Fenerbahçe

No reported absences

Sturm Graz

No reported absences

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Fenerbahçe Win1.30 (64.2%)
Over 2.5 Goals1.50 (62.3%)
Both Teams Score1.84 (55.7%)
Value Bets
Under 2.5 Goals2.50 (37.7%)
BTTS No1.87 (44.3%)
Speculative
Draw5.47 (16.8%)
Sturm Graz Win8.34 (19%)

Yellow Card Prediction

C. Kavanagh has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by C. Kavanagh to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Fenerbahçe have averaged 7.0 corners per match at home; Sturm Graz 5.5 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 7.3 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Fenerbahçe have generated 2.09 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 65% of them. They put 6.0 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Fenerbahçe player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Over

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.