Ferencváros vs Qarabağ FK meet in the UEFA Champions League Play-Off Round first leg on 19 August 2025 at the Groupama Aréna in Budapest — a two-leg tie that will decide who steps into the 2025/26 Champions League group stage. Both sides reach the play-offs after convincing third-round wins and will treat this fixture as one of the most important of their seasons: Ferencváros want to use home advantage and vocal support to seize an early edge, while Qarabağ will aim to keep the tie alive ahead of the return leg in Baku. Expect a tactical, high-intensity affair where margins are small and moments of individual quality could decide qualification.
Ferencváros vs Qarabağ FK , match details:
| Location | Budapest, Hungary |
| Venue | Groupama Arena |
| Date and time | August 20, 2025 at 12:30 AM IST |
| Streaming | E2Bet |
| Establishment | August 10, 2014 |
| Capacity | 23,700 |
| Owner | Hungarian State |
| Home team | Ferencváros |
Team form (last 5 matches,)
| Ferencváros | L W W D W |
| Qarabağ FK | W W W W D |
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Ferencváros vs Qarabağ FK , Head-to-Head Records:
| Team | Ferencváros | Qarabağ FK |
| H2H | 2 | 2 |
| Wins | 0 | 1 |
| Loss | 1 | 0 |
| Draw | 1 | 1 |
Ferencváros vs Qarabağ FK , Total Highlights:
| Team | Ferencváros | Qarabağ FK |
| Played games | 3291 | 1275 |
| Goals | 7456 | 2098 |
| Total attacks | 738 | 684 |
Ferencváros vs Qarabağ FK , Disciplinary Status:
| Category | Ferencváros | Qarabağ FK |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Yellow Cards | 17 | 8 |
| Fouls | 100 | 58 |
| Tackles | 109 | – |
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Ferencváros vs Qarabağ FK , predicted lineup:
| Ferencváros | Qarabağ FK |
|---|---|
| Dénes Dibusz | Mateusz Kochalski |
| Stefan Gartenmann | Matheus Silva |
| Gábor Szalai | Bahlul Mustafazada |
| Toon Raemaekers | Kevin Medina |
| Cébrail Makreckis | Elvin Cəfərquliyev |
| Alex Tóth | Marko Janković |
| Bence Ötvős | Pedro Bicalho |
| Gabi Kanichowszky | Kady Borges |
| Callum O’Dowda | Leandro Andrade |
| Lenny Joseph | Nariman Akhundzada |
| Barnabás Varga | Abdellah Zoubir |
Injuries and Suspended players:
Ferencváros :
- K. Lisztes
Qarabağ FK :
- A. Ramazanov
Ferencváros vs Qarabağ FK , Betting Tips:
| Tips | But |
| Match Winner | Ferencváros 1-0 Qarabağ FK |
| 1st half score | 1 |
| Most Assist Given | Alex Tóth |
| Total Goals | 1 |
| Player of the Match | Callum O’Dowda |
My prediction:
- I think Ferencvárosi will win the match.
FAQs
Q1: When and where is the match?
The first leg is on 20 August 2025 at the Groupama Aréna, Budapest. Kick-off times is at 12:30 AM.
Q2: What is the competition format and why does it matter?
This is the Champions League Play-Off Round (Champions Path). The winner over two legs advances to the Champions League group stage; the loser drops into the UEFA Europa League group stage or qualifying path depending on UEFA rules. Progression shapes finances, coefficient points, and club prestige.
Q3: What is the recent form and route to the play-offs?
Ferencváros reached the play-offs after beating Ludogorets in the previous round, while Qarabağ advanced by overturning their third-round tie (aggregate winners). Both sides have momentum from qualifying wins but will face a tougher tactical test now.
Q4: Are away goals still used?
No. UEFA removed the away-goals rule from 2021–22 onward. If the aggregate score is level after both legs, matches go to extra time and, if needed, penalties.
