Fenerbahce Backed to Beat Graz at Home

Turkish giants Fenerbahce strengthened their attack this summer by signing former England forward Greenwood, who also came off the bench in the previous Champions League qualifier. At the back, they brought in former Premier League defender Nathan Ake.

The team lined up in a 4-2-3-1 system at kick-off, with Talisca leading the line alongside attacking support including Irfan Kahveci. Talisca scored in the first half, and Fenerbahce eventually drew with their opponents, which was enough to see them progress over two legs.

Austrian side Graz used a 4-4-2 in their previous Champions League qualifier, with Simon Lodarski and Sidi Jatta paired up front. Jatta had a first-half goal ruled out for a foul in the build-up and was unable to open the scoring.

However, Graz eventually found their breakthrough in the second half through midfielder Sido and defender Soro, who each scored once, allowing the team to cruise through the tie on aggregate.

Fenerbahce have no reported injuries or suspensions for this match. Graz also have no reported injuries or suspensions.

In terms of recent form, Fenerbahce drew 1-1 away to Polish side Gornik Zabrze in their last Champions League qualifier and advanced 2-1 on aggregate to reach this round. They look balanced at both ends of the pitch, and with a strong home edge, they are expected to strike first.

Graz beat Scottish Premiership side Hearts 2-0 away in their last Champions League qualifier and advanced emphatically 6-0 on aggregate. Still, the standard of opposition rises sharply here, and Graz may struggle even to contain Fenerbahce, making a home win the preferred pick.

The two sides have not met in recent years.