Fenerbahce will be aiming to complete the job in the third qualifying round of the Champions League on August 11, when they take a 2-0 advantage back to Austria for their return clash with Sturm Graz.

Sturm Graz Have a Mountain to Climb

Fabio Ingolitsch’s Sturm Graz will have a huge challenge to overcome in their return clash with Fenerbahce on Tuesday after their 2-0 loss in Istanbul last week.

The Austrian club bounced back to form domestically with a win to nil against Hartberg. It could be worth noting that they have recorded wins in six of their previous eight.

Nelson Weiper will be a key player after scoring twice in his third appearance since joining the club on loan from Mainz. Ingolitsch will be without the injured duo of Filip Rozga and Leon Grgic on Tuesday.

Sturm Graz predicted lineup vs Fenerbahce (4-4-2): Khudyakov; Heil, Vallci, Mitchell, Soglo; Hodl, Weinhandl, Stankovic, Seidl; Jatta, Weiper

Fenerbahce Show Off Fresh Attacking Talent

Ismail Kartal’s new-look Fenerbahce have wasted little time in showcasing their dominance across the field.

The Turkish side dominated from start to finish in last week’s 2-0 win, with new signing Mason Greenwood getting a goal on his first start. Marco Asensio also registered an assist, while Talisca scored in each of his last three starts.

Jayden Oosterwolde is doubtful this week after limping off in the first leg win, but Archie Brown is a like-for-like replacement. Sofyan Amrabat could be fit enough for a place on the bench.

Fenerbahce predicted lineup vs Sturm Graz (4-2-3-1): Gunok; Semedo, Skriniar, Ake, Brown; Guendouzi, Kante; Greenwood, Asensio, Akturkoglu; Talisca

Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahce Prediction

  • Safe Tip: Total Under 3.5 Goals
  • Odds: 1.41 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: BYZ2H
  • Correct score prediction: Sturm Graz 1-1 Fenerbahce

Key stats:

  • Sturm Graz have scored no more than two goals in each of their previous four.
  • Fenerbahce could play a counter-attacking game after a 2-0 home win last week. Indicating a low-scoring affair.
  • Under 3.5 goals have been scored in each of Fenerbahce’s last three fixtures.

A low-scoring second leg is expected this week, ensuring value in under 3.5 goals being scored after claiming the 22Bet bonus of up to 122 $/€.

Matches involving Sturm Graz have typically been short of goals, with no more than four being scored in each of their previous five.

Fenerbahce will play a more defensive style following a 2-0 win last week. This means that they are unlikely to play as much on the front foot as they did in Istanbul. The Turkish side have also failed to score more than twice in each of their last three fixtures in all competitions.

Sturm Graz vs Fenerbahce Prediction, Value Tip

  • Value Tip: The Draw
  • Odds: 3.8 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: DD1DH

There could be value in the draw this week. Sturm Graz have avoided defeat in seven of their last eight in all competitions, and they excelled in home matches, winning each of their previous three.

Fenerbahce will look to see out their first-leg advantage, but their prowess on the counter-attack could see them convert chances to claim the draw that they require to progress. This is reflected by the fact that the Turkish heavyweights have scored 15 goals in their last six clashes.

Verdict: Under 3.5 Goals (1.41) — Sturm Graz 1-1 Fenerbahce