Feyenoord in international football
Dutch association football club records
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Feyenoord is one of the three major association football clubs in the Netherlands, and have a successful record playing in European competition. They have won the European Cup/Champions League one time, and the UEFA Cup twice. In addition, the club has also won the Intercontinental Cup once, and played in one UEFA Super Cup match. Below is a list of all official European matches contested by Feyenoord.[1]
| Club | Feyenoord |
|---|---|
| Seasons played | 51 |
| First entry | 1961–62 European Cup |
| Latest entry | 2026–27 UEFA Champions League |
| Titles | |
| Champions League | 1 |
| Europa League | |
| Intercontinental Cup | 1 |
History
1960s: European Breakthrough and First Triumph
Feyenoord made their European debut in the 1961–62 European Cup but had their first significant impact in the late 1960s. The club reached the semi-finals of the 1962–63 European Cup, where they were eliminated by Benfica. However, their golden moment came in the 1969–70 season, when Feyenoord became the first Dutch club to win the European Cup.[2] Led by coach Ernst Happel and key players like Ove Kindvall and Willem van Hanegem, they defeated Celtic F.C. 2–1 in the final after extra time, securing their place in history.
1970s & 1980s: Super Cup, UEFA Cup, and Decline
Following their European Cup success, Feyenoord won the 1970 Intercontinental Cup against Estudiantes, proving their strength on the global stage.[3] In the mid-1970s, they remained competitive in Europe but were overshadowed by Ajax and later PSV Eindhoven. The club found continental success again in the 1973–74 UEFA Cup, defeating Tottenham Hotspur in the final.[4] However, the 1980s saw a decline in European performances, with Feyenoord rarely progressing far in European competitions.
1990s: UEFA Cup Redemption
The 1990s marked Feyenoord’s return to the European spotlight, particularly with the introduction of the UEFA Champions League. They were regular participants in the competition, with a notable campaign in the 1993–94 season when they reached the group stage. In the 1994–95 UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup, Feyenoord advanced to the semi-finals before being eliminated by Real Zaragoza. Despite strong domestic performances, they struggled to make deep runs in European tournaments. Their best Champions League performance of the decade came in 1999–2000, when they topped their group and reached the second group stage, showcasing their ability to compete at the highest level.
2000s: Champions League and Another UEFA Cup Victory
The early 2000s saw Feyenoord consistently competing in the Champions League, with a notable second-round finish in 1999–2000. However, their crowning achievement came in the 2001–02 UEFA Cup. Under coach Bert van Marwijk, Feyenoord defeated Borussia Dortmund 3–2 in the final, played at their home ground, De Kuip.[5] This victory secured their third UEFA Cup and reaffirmed their status as a European contender.
2010s: Group Stages and Struggles
The 2010s were a challenging decade for Feyenoord in Europe. While they frequently participated in the Europa League and Champions League, deep runs were rare. A highlight was the 2016–17 season when they won the Eredivisie and qualified for the 2017–18 Champions League, marking their return to Europe’s elite competition after 15 years. However, they struggled in the group stage, finishing last.
2020s: Europa Conference League Final and Continued Ambition
Feyenoord regained European relevance in the 2021–22 season, reaching the final of the inaugural UEFA Europa Conference League under coach Arne Slot. They lost 1–0 to AS Roma but demonstrated their ability to compete on the European stage once more. In subsequent seasons, they continued to participate in European competitions, aiming to build on their resurgence and challenge for another major continental trophy.
European match history
- As of 29 January 2026
Intercontinental Cup
In addition to the European competitions the club played in, Feyenoord's 1970 victory in the European Cup gave them Europe's place in that year's Intercontinental Cup, played against the winners of the Copa Libertadores.[310]
| Season | Round | Opponent | Home | Away | Aggregate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 Intercontinental Cup | Final | 1–0[311][312] | 2–2[311][312] | 3–2 |
European record
Record by competition
- As of 29 January 2026
| Competition | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Win% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| European Cup/UEFA Champions League | 109 | 42 | 25 | 42 | 181 | 158 | +23 | 38.53 |
| UEFA Cup/UEFA Europa League | 159 | 63 | 38 | 58 | 243 | 205 | +38 | 39.62 |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | 19 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 43 | 21 | +22 | 63.16 |
| European Cup Winners' Cup/UEFA Cup Winners' Cup | 36 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 57 | 34 | +23 | 50.00 |
| UEFA Super Cup | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | −2 | 0.00 |
| Inter-Cities Fairs Cup | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | −2 | 50.00 |
| Total | 326 | 136 | 78 | 112 | 527 | 425 | +102 | 41.72 |
Top goalscorers
- As of 22 January 2026
Opponents by country
- As of 29 January 2026
Most frequent opponents
- As of 6 November 2025
| Rank | Club | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | Last match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 12 | 1991–92 European Cup Winners' Cup | |
| 2 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 2023–24 UEFA Europa League | |
| 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 12 | 2025–26 UEFA Europa League | ||
| 4 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 2025–26 UEFA Champions League | |
| 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 2023–24 UEFA Champions League | ||
| 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 2001–02 UEFA Champions League |
European finals
| Year | Competition | Opponent | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | European Cup | 2–1 (a.e.t.) | ||
| 1974 | UEFA Cup | 2–2 | ||
| 2–0 (4–2 agg.) | ||||
| 2002 | UEFA Cup | 3–2 | ||
| 2002 | UEFA Super Cup | 1–3 | ||
| 2022 | UEFA Europa Conference League | 0–1 |
Notes
- Feyenoord won 3–1 in the replay played in Dusseldorf, Germany.
- Feyenoord won 1–0 in the replay played in Deurne, Belgium.
- A team of Georgia today.
- On 19 January 2007, UEFA declared that Feyenoord had been disqualified after a member of their crowd threw a glass of beer at Morten Gamst Pedersen in their group stage match at home to Blackburn Rovers. UEFA announced on 25 January that Tottenham Hotspur had received a bye. This was confirmed after a final appeal.
- This is the most goals conceded by Feyenoord in its UEFA history.
- Includes a team from former Soviet Union.
- Teams of former East Germany are included.
- Team of former East Germany
- Teams of former Yugoslavia are included
- Team of former Yugoslavia