Al Ittihad and Fenerbahce meet on Wednesday in Albufeira, Portugal, in what promises to be a heavyweight friendly. For Benzema, it’s a return to action, while for his former coach, Mourinho, it’s another step in shaping his Turkish giants.
This is only the second meeting between the two clubs, with both teams trying to get some much-needed match fitness.
♻️ Al Ittihad vs Fenerbahce Key Stats 📊:
📊 Head-to-head: Al Ittihad 0 wins, Fenerbahce 0 wins, Draws 1
📊 Last meeting: 1–1 (draw)
📊 Al Ittihad have won their last seven matches
📊 Fenerbahce are on a three-match winning streak
📊 Al Ittihad’s last competitive loss: March 2025
📊 Fenerbahce have won both pre-season friendlies in Portugal
🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥:
Fenerbahce:
Jose Mourinho’s side is still in testing mode but already showing signs of steel. Fenerbahce are unbeaten in Portugal this summer after two friendlies against Portimonense and Uniao de Leiria.
Wins over the two local sides have boosted morale. From a Mourinho side, one can expect intensity and solidity at the back from the start.
Al Ittihad:
It’s their first pre-season test, but expectations are sky-high. Karim Benzema is back and remains the focal point of the attack. Even at 36, he looks hungry.
Kante and Fabinho are expected to control the middle, while faces like Bergwijn and Aouar bring creativity. The Saudi champions will want to pick up right where they left off.
👥 Predicted Lineups 👥:
Fenerbahce (4-2-3-1):
Livakovic (GK); Müldür, Carlos, Oosterwolde, Brown; Amrabat, Fred; Ünder, Szymanski, Aydin; En Nesyri.
Al Ittihad (4-2-3-1):
Rajkovic (GK); Al-Shanqiti, Al-Amri, Pereira, Mitaj; Kante, Fabinho; Diaby, Aouar, Bergwijn; Benzema.
🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀:
🔹 En Nesyri – Mourinho’s one-man go-to finisher will be haunting for prey.
🔹 Karim Benzema – Fresh off a break, still lethal in the box.
🔹 Fred vs Fabinho – Battle of Brazilian midfield generals.
💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵:
💵 Home (Fenerbahce) Win = 1.74 ✅
💵 Away (Al Ittihad) Win = 4.00 ✅
💵 Draw = 3.85 ✅
💵 Over 3.5 total goals = 3.50 ✅
While it is a pre-season friendly, it’s also a test of sharpness, structure, and star power. Fenerbahce want to launch their season with a statement under Mourinho.
Al Ittihad want to keep the momentum from last season’s Saudi league-winning campaign. Portugal hosts two giants — only one will leave with bragging rights.
🔗 You can follow the Fenerbahce vs Al Ittihad pre-season friendly here on MSport.
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