View the live stream and TV coverage details, probable lineups, and prediction for Ferencváros vs Qarabag - Champions League Qualifier play-off round.
The road to the UEFA Champions League group stage reaches a decisive point on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, when Hungarian champions Ferencváros host Qarabağ FK of Azerbaijan at the Groupama Aréna in Budapest. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 UTC (22:00 local time in Baku, 21:00 CEST).
Live text commentary and stats will also be provided on UEFA’s MatchCentre, with both clubs offering minute-by-minute updates and lineups on their official social media channels.
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Both teams arrive at the play-off round in fine form after negotiating their earlier qualifying ties with confidence. Ferencváros are seeking a return to the Champions League group stage for the first time since 2020–21, while Qarabağ look to emulate their lone group stage appearance in 2017–18.
With the stakes higher than ever, this first leg in Budapest will go a long way in shaping who moves closer to Europe’s most prestigious stage.
Ferencváros: No major injury concerns reported. Their key attacking options are expected to start.
Qarabağ: Defender Amin Ramazanov is sidelined with an ACL injury, while Montiel is suspended for the first leg.