Fenerbahce advances to Champions League play-offs after beating Sturm Graz

What Happened

Fenerbahce has advanced to the UEFA Champions League play-off round after defeating Sturm Graz in both legs of their third qualifying round tie. Following a 2-0 win at home, the Turkish club secured a 1-0 victory away in Austria. The aggregate score stood at 3-0 in favor of Fenerbahce.

The decisive goal in the second leg, played at Liebenau Stadium, came in the 66th minute. Fenerbahce was awarded a penalty, which was converted by Anderson Talisca.

Key Facts

• Fenerbahce defeated Sturm Graz 1-0 in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League third qualifying round match.
• The aggregate score over two legs was 3-0 in favor of Fenerbahce.
• Anderson Talisca scored the only goal of the match from a penalty in the 66th minute.
• Fenerbahce will face either Olympique Lyon or Sparta Prague in the play-off round.
• The first leg, played in Istanbul, ended with a 2-0 victory for Fenerbahce.
• Vedat Muriqi made his first official appearance for Fenerbahce since his return, entering the match in the 77th minute.

What Happens Next

Fenerbahce will now compete in the play-off round of the UEFA Champions League, aiming to qualify for the group stage. Their opponent will be either French side Olympique Lyon or Czech team Sparta Prague.