It’s an early start in Turkey as Dirk Kuyt’s Fenerbahce hosts Liverpool on Wednesday evening.
FENERBAHCE v LIVERPOOL MATCH DETAILS
| Match Information | |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, November 4 |
| Kick-off | 17:45 GMT |
| Venue | Sukru Saracoglu Stadium, Istanbul |
| Competition | Champions League |
| TV | TNT Sports 1 |
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FENERBAHCE v LIVERPOOL MATCH PREVIEW
Liverpool will look to maintain their 100% record in the Champions League league phase when they travel to Istanbul to face Fenerbahce on Wednesday.
The Reds suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Arsenal at Anfield on Sunday, ending a five-game winning run, but Andoni Iraola‘s side have been impressive in Europe, collecting maximum points from their opening three fixtures and scoring 12 goals.
They face a Fenerbahce side struggling for form, with Liverpool legend Dirk Kuyt recently appointed interim manager following İsmail Kartal’s resignation. The Dutchman made an unsuccessful start to life in the dugout, losing his first game 2-1 to Göztepe on Saturday, following another defeat by the same scoreline against bitter rivals Galatasaray.
Fenerbahce have collected just two points from their opening three Champions League matches, including a humiliating 6-0 defeat to Aston Villa, and are now on their longest-ever winless run in the competition (D4, L6).
The Turkish side have invested heavily in their attack, with Romelu Lukaku, Mason Greenwood and Vedat Muriqi among their summer arrivals, but defensive frailties have been a recurring problem. They have conceded eight goals in three European fixtures and face a significant step up in class against a Liverpool side that has won its last six Champions League league-phase matches.
With Fenerbahce desperate to revive their European campaign and Liverpool aiming to take another step towards the knockout stages, Wednesday’s encounter presents an intriguing challenge for both sides.
FENERBAHCE v LIVERPOOL TEAM NEWS
Fenerbahce will be without Jayden Oosterwolde, Marco Asensio and Nathan Ake, while Mason Greenwood and Kojo Oppong are doubts. Archie Brown is expected to return after serving a domestic suspension.
Liverpool are also missing several players, with Hugo Ekitike, Giovanni Leoni, Conor Bradley and Jeremie Frimpong all unavailable.
FENERBAHCE v LIVERPOOL H2H RECORD
This will be the first meeting between the sides, although neither team boasts an encouraging record against the other’s domestic counterparts. Fenerbahce have won just one of their last five matches against English opposition (D1, L3), while Liverpool are still searching for their first away victory against a Turkish club in the European Cup/Champions League (D1, L5).
FENERBAHCE v LIVERPOOL PREDICTED LINEUPS
Fenerbahce XI (Predicted): Ederson; Semedo, Skriniar, Muldur, Brown; Kante, Guendouzi; Aydin, Greenwood, Akturkoglu; Muriqi.
Liverpool XI (Predicted): Alisson; Araujo, Jacquet, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Nyoni, Gravenberch; Ngumoha, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak.
FENERBAHCE v LIVERPOOL PLAYERS TO WATCH
Former Everton striker Romelu Lukaku has a history of troubling Liverpool, having scored five goals against the Reds. The Belgian will be hoping to add to that tally, particularly given that seven of his last eight club goals have come on home soil.
Alexander Isak, meanwhile, will be looking to make his mark at the other end. The Swede endured a quiet afternoon against Arsenal but has scored the final goal in each of his last four goalscoring appearances for Liverpool. His second season on Merseyside is showing encouraging signs, and he will be eager to open his Champions League account for the campaign.
Isak is available at a boosted price of 9/2 online to score first.
FENERBAHCE v LIVERPOOL PREDICTION & BETTING TIPS
Fenerbahce have generally been involved in tight European contests, with just two of their last 10 matches in continental competition decided by a margin of two goals or more. With Liverpool coming into this difficult away assignment off the back of failing to register a shot on target at home to Arsenal on Sunday, this is a tie that may be decided by one moment of brilliance or a lapse in concentration.
Liverpool had to do it the hard way in their previous Champions League outing against Villarreal, while they also had just a goal to spare over Atletico in their competition opener. Another one-goal winning margin could be on the cards here.
BEST BET: Liverpool to win by exactly one goal (14/5)
Fenerbahce v Liverpool: Kick-Off Time, TV & Betting Odds
When is Fenerbahce v Liverpool?
The Champions League meeting between Fenerbahce and Liverpool is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, with a kick-off time of 17:45.
Where is Fenerbahce v Liverpool being played?
Şukru Saracoglu Stadium in Istanbul will host the match.
What channel is Fenerbahce v Liverpool on?
UK and Irish viewers can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1 or Virgin Media Two.
What are the odds for Fenerbahce v Liverpool?
21/5 Fenerbahce, 1/2 Liverpool, 360/100 the draw. Full markets.
