Preview: Nottingham Forest vs Fenerbahce Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Europa League 2025-26 Play-offs second leg

The previous outing between these clubs was dominated by the Garibaldis.

Nottingham Forest are now going to battle it out against Fenerbahce for their second leg playoff fixture of the 2025-26 UEFA Europa League. This is going to be an interesting outing, taking place at the City Ground.

The Tricky Trees came up with a sensational performance in the first leg, but fell prey to Liverpool in their very next Premier League outing. They do have a three-goal advantage for their home leg. This will keep them confident going into their next contest.

Sarı-Lacivertliler were completely outplayed by the Garibaldis during the first leg, and making a comeback now is going to be a real tough challenge for them. They will be away from home for their next UEFA Europa League fixture, and this can be one of the disadvantages for them. Fenerbahce do have a capable squad, but the upcoming outing is going to be a tough one for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Nottingham, England
• Stadium: The City Ground
• Date: Friday, February 27
• Kick-off Time: 01:30 a.m. IST (Thursday, Feb 26; 08:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Nottingham: D-L-D-W-L

Fenerbahce: W-W-W-L-D

Players to Watch

Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham)

To control the midfield and hopefully score goals, Morgan Gibbs-White is going to be an important part of the squad for Nottingham Forest. He was one of the goal scorers for his side in the first leg and will be looking to come up with another top performance. With the ball at his feet, the 26-year-old will be looking to cause continuous problems for the opponent’s defence.

Igor Jesus and MGW combining for the third in Istanbul. 🙌 pic.twitter.com/um5PXqgiPi

— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) February 20, 2026

Marco Asensio (Fenerbahce)

The 30-year-old will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Tricky Trees. He is coming in after scoring a last-minute equaliser for Fenerbahçe in their previous Turkish Süper Lig game. Marco Asensio is a capable forward and will be keen to help his side in the attacking front.

Match Facts

• Nottingham Forest have only won one of their last five matches.
• Fenerbahce have won three of their last five fixtures.
• This is going to be the second-ever confrontation between these clubs.

Nottingham vs Fenerbahce: Betting Tips and Odds

• Nottingham Forest to win @4/7 BetFred
• Igor Jesus to score @8/5 William Hill
• Goals over 3.5 @9/5 BetVictor

Injury and Team News

Chris Wood, Willy Boly, Matz Sels and John Victor are not going to be in action for Nottingham Forest. They are injured. Nicolo Savona might also miss out due to a lack of fitness.

Fenerbahce will not have Anderson Talisca, Ederson, Milan Skriniar, Jayden Oosterwolde, Edson Alvarez and Caglar Soyuncu in action due to their injuries. Fred is suspended.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 1

Nottingham won: 1

Fenerbahce won: 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

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

Ortega (GK); Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Anderson, Sangare; Hutchinson, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Jesus

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

Gunok (GK); Semedo, Demir, Brown, Müldür; Guendouzi, Kante; Dorgeles, Asensio, Aktürkoglu; Cherif

Match Prediction

The Garibaldis will be full of confidence, while the visitors will be under pressure. Nottingham Forest are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Fenerbahce for their upcoming UEFA Europa League playoffs clash.

Prediction: Nottingham 3-1 Fenerbahce

Telecast Details

India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports

US: Paramount+, TUDN

Middle East/North Africa: beIN Sports

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