The UEFA Europa League action intensifies as Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce host Erik ten Hag and JM’s former side, Manchester United in Istanbul this Thursday. Both sides remain unbeaten in this competition, setting up a crucial encounter that could influence the race for the knockout-stage.
Fenerbahce, on the back of a 2-2 domestic draw, will be eager to maintain their unbeaten European home run. Meanwhile, United, still finding their form in Europe, look to capitalise on their recent victory over Brentford in the Premier League.
🟡Fenerbahce Look to Extend European Home Form | Home Win = 3.04💵
Fenerbahce have been in solid form at home, boasting a seven-game unbeaten streak in the Europa League (W4, D3). Mourinho’s side secured four points from their first two matches, with a 2-1 home win over Belgium’s Union Saint Gilloise and a hard-fought 1-1 draw away against Twente.
Now they face a Manchester United side on a redemption mission after their poor start to the competition, and any such Man United side, is sure to be quite a task for any team in the world as they certainly would look to be for Fenerbahce on Thursday.
Though Fenerbahce sit fourth in the Turkish Super Lig, their European ambitions remain high under Mourinho’s guidance. A win against Manchester United would boost their standing in the group, while maintaining their fortress-like form at home.
🔴Man United Aim for First Europa League Win | Away Win = 2.32💵
Manchester United, on the other hand, are looking to secure their first victory in the Europa League this season after consecutive draws. A thrilling 3-3 contest against Porto last time out showcased their attacking potential, but defensive frailties remain a concern for Ten Hag’s men.
The Red Devils will also be inspired by their Premier League win against Brentford last weekend, which ended a five-game winless run, coming into this huge one against a team managed by a man who knows United very well from his time as their boss, Jose Mourinho.
United, and more specifically, their manager Erik ten Hag, currently find themselves under pressure as they sit 12th in the EPL table, well off the pace set by the top teams. They will need a strong showing in Istanbul to not only kick-start their European campaign but take some of the pressure off.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
Fenerbahce have several injury concerns, including Jayden Oosterwolde and Nigeria’s Bright Osayi-Samuel, but Mourinho will likely shuffle his squad, potentially playing Fred in an unfamiliar left-back role. The attacking talents of Dzeko, Tadic and Saint-Maximin will be key in troubling United’s defence.
Manchester United are also dealing with injuries, as Casemiro, Harry Maguire, and Bruno Fernandes miss out. Erik ten Hag may turn to Christian Eriksen and Manuel Ugarte to control the midfield, while Rasmus Højlund will spearhead the attack.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds🔢 | Draw = 3.72💵
⚽Fenerbahce have won their last two home matches against United, including a memorable 2-1 victory in 2016. With their solid home record, the Turkish side will be confident. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 1.5 = 1.95
⚽Manchester United, despite their struggles in Europe, are unbeaten in their last three (3) matches in all competitions, adding intrigue to the contest. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 2.5 = 2.44
⚽While there have been at least over 2.5 goals in all the last four (4) meetings between Fenerbahce and Man United, both teams enter Thursday’s clash having seen over 2.5 goals in three (3) of their last five (5) games each. | Main Market: Over 2.5 = 1.67
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