Greenwood's long-range strike lifts Fenerbahçe in Champions League tie

Mason Greenwood, who arrived from Olympique de Marseille this summer, quickly made his mark for Fenerbahçe by scoring his first goal with a superb long‑range strike on Wednesday evening, helping his side to a 2‑0 victory over Sturm Graz in the first leg of the Champions League third‑round qualifier.

The English winger joined Fenerbahçe after leaving Olympique de Marseille earlier this transfer window, donning the Turkish club’s colors for the first time. His debut came in the opening match of the third qualifying round of the Ligue des Champions, where Fenerbahçe faced Austrian side Sturm Graz.

The decisive moment arrived in the second half when Greenwood unleashed a powerful, distant shot that found the net, giving Fenerbahçe the lead. The goal was part of a broader 2‑0 win that saw the Turkish side dominate the latter stages of the game.

When the final whistle blew, the 2‑0 scoreline secured Fenerbahçe an option to progress further in the Champions League campaign. Greenwood’s strike not only contributed to the victory but also marked a successful start to his tenure at the club.

Après la rencontre, the former Marseille player expressed his delight, saying, “I am very happy. We won and I scored a goal. The atmosphere was incredible and the supporters helped us a lot.” He highlighted the impact of the Fener supporters, noting their encouragement on the pitch.

Greenwood added that he is still far from his best level and needs a few more weeks to reach 100 % readiness. He promised to work harder, find more space on the field and become an even greater asset for Fenerbahçe.