Fenerbahce vs Roma Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | UEFA Champions League 2026-27
These sides are going to face one another for the first time!
Fenerbahce will now be gearing up for their first league phase fixture of the UEFA Champions League 2026-27 campaign. They are going to take on AS Roma at the Ulker Stadyumu.
The Yellow Canaries secured a spot in the UCL after their splendid performances during the recent qualifiers. Their efforts in their recent Turkish Süper Lig matches have not been the best. İsmail Kartal’s men have only managed two wins in their first four games of the new season.
Fenerbahce are coming in after facing a 1-2 defeat at the hands of Besiktas in their last league outing. They will be at home for their upcoming contest in the elite European competition and this is going to be an advantage for them. Names like Romelu Lukaku and Mason Greenwood will be crucial for the hosts.
AS Roma have initiated their Serie A 2026-27 campaign in a dominating fashion. They have secured consecutive wins in their first three matches and will be looking to extend their positive run of form in the UEFA Champions League.
The Gian Piero Gasperini-led side are doing really well in the final third and their performance in the defence has also been on point. They have only conceded one goal in their last three games and have scored 10 in return. Despite being away from home, the Wolves will be fully confident.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Istanbul, Türkiye
- Stadium: Ulker Stadyumu
- Date: Thursday, September 10
- Kick-off Time: 10:15 pm IST/ 04:45 pm GMT/ 12:45 pm ET/ 09:45 am PT
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Fenerbahce: D-W-W-W-L
Roma: W-W-W
Players to Watch
Mason Greenwood (Fenerbahce)
The 24-year-old English winger is going to be an important aspect in the final third for Fenerbahce. He has scored four goals and has two assists in 10 games for his side, including all competitions. Mason Greenwood is capable of playing on both wings and this makes him an absolute threat for the opponents.
Donyell Malen (AS Roma)
Donyell Malen has been in a sensational run of form for AS Roma. In just three Serie A games this season, he has scored five goals for his and will now be looking to unleash his full potential in the UEFA Champions League. The 27-year-old will be deployed alongside Paulo Dybala in the attacking front.
Match Facts
- AS Roma are on a three-match winning run.
- Fenerbahce only have one clean sheet to their name in the last five attempts.
- This UCL contest will be the first-ever clash between these clubs.
Betting Tips & Odds
- AS Roma to win @6/5 BetFred
- Donyell Malen to score @6/5 Ladbrokes
- Goals under 3.5 @5/11 Unibet
Injury and Team News
Fenerbahce will not have Jayden Oosterwolde in action. He is injured. Marco Asensio is back in training, but is not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad. Mert Hakan Yandas is banned for 12 months due to alleged betting activity.
For AS Roma, Lorenzo Pellegrini is back in training and might be included in the squad.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 0
Fenerbahçe (wins): 0
Roma (wins): 0
Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
Fenerbahce predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Ederson (GK); Semedo, Skriniar, Ake, Brown; Kante, Yuksek; Akrukoglu, Aydin, Greenwood; Muriqi
AS Roma predicted XI (3-4-1-2)
Svilar (GK); N’Dicka, Mancini, Hermoso; Molina, Cristante, Kone, Wesley; Mora; Dybala, Malen
Match Prediction
Both of these clubs have strong squad quality and it is going to be an intense outing between these clubs. Fenerbahce at home are going to have a massive boost, but AS Roma, with their strong strategy, will not back down.
The Serie A side is likely to come out on top to secure a victory in their opening UEFA Champions League match.
Prediction: Fenerbahce 1-2 Roma
Telecast Details
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
UK: TNT Sports, Amazon Prime, BBC
Türkiye: TRT
Italy: Sky, Amazon Prime
USA: Paramount+, TUDN, DAZN
When and where is Fenerbahce vs Roma UCL match?
This clash will take place on September 10 at the Ulker Stadyumu.
Where and how to watch Champions League live in India?
Fans will be able to view all the matches live via Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV.
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