Fenerbahce vs Rangers Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Jose Mourinho’s men are undefeated against Scottish teams in Europe.

Fenerbahce are all set to lock horns with Rangers in the UEFA Europa League 2024-25 Round of 16 first leg at home. Rangers dropped some average performances which helped them secure the eighth spot during the league stage. Fenerbahce barely made it to the playoffs phase where they defeated Anderlecht.

Fenerbahce were only able to win a couple of games during the league phase and secured the 24th spot in the table. They have positive results against the Scottish teams in Europe. Jose Mourinho’s men will be at home which will keep them confident and they will be looking to secure an advantage in the first leg itself.

En-Nesyri's last 10 games = ⚽️1⃣1⃣@Fenerbahce | #UEL pic.twitter.com/xykNTKEsXP

— UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) March 3, 2025

Rangers won half of their matches in the league phase of the UEFA Europa League and secured a direct spot in the round of 16 stage. They will be away from home which might be a disadvantage for them. The visitors will be looking to come with a top performance so that they can stun Fenerbahce.

Kick-off:

• Location: Istanbul, Turkey
• Stadium: Ulker Stadium
• Date: Thursday, March 6
• Kick-off Time: 23:15 IST/ 17:45 GMT/ 12:45 ET/ 09:45 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Fenerbahce: W-D-D-W-W

Rangers: L-W-L-W-L

Players to Watch

Youssef En-Nesyri (Fenerbahce)

The Moroccan forward is in good form. Youssef En-Nesyri is the top scorer for the home side in both the Turkish Super LIG and the UEFA Europa League. He has scored five goals in the last five matches across all competitions for his side. This will keep the hosts confident as they have their star forward in form.

UNSTOPPABLE. pic.twitter.com/gvibhpO4oT

— Fenerbahçe English (@Fenerbahce_EN) March 2, 2025

Vaclav Cerny (Rangers)

The 27-year-old forward has been a great asset to Rangers this season. Vaclav Cerny has scored four goals in eight UEL matches for his team. He is going to play a vital role in the attacking front if Rangers want to outplay Jose Mourinho’s men.

Match Facts

• This will be only the third meeting between Fenerbahce and Rangers across all competitions.
• Rangers have not won any of their last two games against Fenerbahce.
• The hosts emerged victorious in their last clash against the Rangers.

Fenerbahce vs Rangers: Betting Tips and Odds

• Fenerbahce to win @20/29 Bet Goodwin
• Goals under 3.5 @8/15 Bet Goodwin
• Youssef En Nesyri to score @9/2 Skybet

Injury and Team News

Fred is suspended and will not be a part of Jose Mourinho’s squad. Rodrigo Becao, Jayden Oosterwolde and three more players are injured.

John Souttar and Neraysho Kasanwirjo have injuries and will not be in action for Rangers.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 2

Fenerbahce won: 1

Rangers won: 0

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

Fenerbahce predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)

Egribayat (GK); Soyuncu, Skriniar, Akcicek; Aydin, Amrabat, Szymanski, Kostic; Talisca, Tadic; En-Nesyri

Rangers predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Butland (GK); King, Tavernier, Propper, Da Silva Dias; Diomande, Raskin, Bajrami; Cerny, Dessers, Igmane

Match Prediction

Jose Mourinho’s men are undefeated in their last five games across all competitions and they will be looking to continue the momentum and are likely to end up as the better side against Rangers in the Europa League.

Prediction: Fenerbahce 2-1 Rangers

Telecast Details

India – Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK – TNT Sports

US – fubo TV, Paramount+

Nigeria – DStv Now

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