Fenerbahce prepares for Champions League qualifiers with tough potential opponents

Milan Skriniar (37) of Fenerbahce celebrates with his teammates after scoring a goal during the Turkish Super Lig week 35 football match between RAMS Basaksehir and Fenerbahce at Basaksehir Fatih Terim Stadium in Istanbul, Turkiye on May 9, 2025. (AA Photo)

Fenerbahce secured second place in the Super Lig after defeating Eyupspor 2-1 in the 36th week. With Galatasaray clinching the championship, Fenerbahce guaranteed their spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League qualifying rounds.

Two qualifying rounds before the group stage

Fenerbahce will first compete in the third qualifying round, followed by the playoff round, in their bid to reach the Champions League group stage. Their initial opponent will be determined in the draw on July 21.

Potential opponents for Fenerbahce

Fenerbahce’s seeding in the third qualifying round depends on other European league results. According to NTV Spor, if Club Brugge wins the Belgian league and Salzburg does not finish second in Austria, Fenerbahce will enter the round as a seeded team.

If seeded, potential opponents are:
Nice (France)
Union SG (Belgium)
Viktoria Plzen (Czech Republic)
Panathinaikos (Greece)
If unseeded, possible opponents include:
Benfica (Portugal)
Club Brugge (Belgium)
Rangers (Scotland)
Feyenoord (Netherlands)

Fenerbahce’s journey through these qualifying rounds will be critical as they aim to reach the Champions League group stage next season.

May 20, 2025 12:15 PM GMT+03:00