Fenerbahce vs Roma Prediction 10 September 2026
🔉 Fenerbahçe are returning to the Champions League league phase after a long absence. The club had been trying to get through qualifying since 2008 and have only now managed to clear all the hurdles. It was local coach İsmail Kartal who led them to success. Roma's absence has also been considerable - seven years. They last played in the competition in 2019, when they were knocked out by Porto in the play-offs. Gian Piero Gasperini has brought them back.
🔁 This prediction will be updated as important news emerges. Check back closer to kick-off.
Head-to-Head
📊 The two sides have not previously met.
Head-to-head statistics Fenerbahce - Roma
Fenerbahce Istanbul Team Overview
Fenerbahçe had a long road to the Champions League league phase. They entered from the second qualifying round and came through several opponents. In the decisive tie, they knocked out Lyon 3-2 on aggregate. At home during the qualifiers, the Canaries looked comfortable: three matches, two wins and one draw. The achievement was historic - the club had not reached the main stage of the competition for 17 years.
In the Turkish league, though, things have not gone as smoothly. After four rounds, the team have just six points. They opened with wins over Konyaspor (4-2) and Samsunspor (2-0), but also suffered defeats to Gençlerbirliği (1-2) and Beşiktaş (1-2). In the Süper Lig, even occasional dropped points can cost you the title. Fenerbahçe have scored in 13 consecutive official matches, but they have been conceding regularly - in 5 of their last 6 games. The defence remains a weak point: centre-backs Aké and Škriniar struggle against quick attacks, and the midfield does not always get back in time to cover.
Match Results: Fenerbahce Istanbul
Roma Team Overview
Roma made a perfect start to the Serie A season, winning all three of their opening matches. They began with a 4-0 demolition of Fiorentina, followed by another 4-0 win over Lecce. Their first serious test came against Atalanta - a 2-1 comeback victory. Roma were behind until the 89th minute, but goals from Hermoso and Sule secured all three points. Gasperini afterwards praised the character of the squad and the players' belief in themselves. Roma are one of the most eye-catching teams in Italy so far this season. Against Atalanta they had almost 40 shots and created chances worth 3.31 xG. Across the opening three rounds they have scored ten goals in total.
Roma's main attacking force is Donyell Malen. The Dutchman has scored five goals in three Serie A matches - a hat-trick against Fiorentina and a brace against Lecce. Last season he scored 14 goals in 18 league matches for Roma and also contributed in the Europa League. Dybala, Sule and Mora add creativity. Tactically, Roma play in the best traditions of Gasperini's Atalanta - sharp, assured and direct. The team attack constantly and press their opponents relentlessly. There is no sign of any problems in front of goal: even against a pragmatic Atalanta side, Roma managed 39 shots.
Match Results: Roma
Latest news
Fenerbahce Istanbul
A few days ago the club unexpectedly announced the termination of Talisca's contract. The Brazilian had been their best player last season with 27 goals, and at the start of this season he had scored in five consecutive matches. His departure is a serious loss. Marco Asensio, who could fill Talisca's role as the number ten, is a doubt due to a muscle injury. Jayden Oosterwolde is definitely out. Matteo Guendouzi is suspended for four Champions League matches.
🔁 Update - 10 September, 04:55 UTC:
- Fenerbahçe head coach İsmail Kartal confirmed at his pre-match press conference that Marco Asensio is still recovering and will most likely miss the match against Roma. UEFA's preview of the fixture suggested that Kerem Aktürkoğlu would replace the Spaniard.
🔁 Update - 10 September, 13:18 UTC:
- According to Turkish newspaper Sabah, Kartal is planning to start the match with three defenders - without Semedo but with Kojo Peprah Oppong in the starting XI. The 22-year-old Ghanaian was signed from Nice at the end of the transfer window for €12 million.
Roma
Lorenzo Pellegrini has returned to training, but his involvement remains in doubt. Paulo Dybala missed the match against Atalanta as a precautionary measure, and his availability is also uncertain. The rest of the key players are available.
🔁 Update, 10 September, 7:25 UTC:
- Dybala is likely to start. According to Sky Sports, Gasperini is pleased with the Argentine's physical condition and the consistency he has shown at the start of the season.
Predicted Lineups
📋 Predicted Fenerbahçe starting XI: Ederson - Semedo, Škriniar, Aké, Brown - Kanté, Yüksek - Greenwood, Kahveci, Aydın - Muriqi.
📋 Predicted Roma starting XI: Svilar - Mancini, Ghilardi, Hermoso - Molina, Cristante, Koné, Wesley França - Soulé, Dybala - Malen.
🟨 Yellow Cards Prediction
The referee for this match is Spaniard Jesús Gil Manzano, who has no hesitation in reaching for his pocket. He has already officiated in the Champions League this season and shown eight cards. Fenerbahçe's most recent Super Lig match produced seven yellow cards. Roma will be the away side, and the visitors are likely to foul more often as they look to break up the home team's attacks. We're going with Total Yellow Cards - Over 4.5 at 1.87*.
⚽️ Goals Prediction
Roma have been impressive at the start of the season. They have scored at least twice in each of their three matches, and their xG has exceeded 2.70 in every game - that's not luck, it's quality attacking play. Their scoring run stands at nine consecutive away matches and 20 across all competitions. Fenerbahçe, meanwhile, are not looking impenetrable, having conceded in five of their last six matches. We're going with Roma to Score at 1.22*.
🚩 Corners Prediction
Fenerbahçe have won the corners count in 8 of their last 10 home Champions League matches. Roma have lost the corners count in each of their last six away Champions League fixtures. Home support and the hosts' attacking style should give them the edge in this area. We're going with Fenerbahçe to Win Corners at 2.09*.
🚀 Player Statistics Bet
Donyell Malen has made a bright start to the season. He has five goals in three Serie A rounds, though they came across two matches - two against Lecce and three against Fiorentina. He joined the club during the second half of last season and has scored in both Serie A and European competition. His current form is Roma's biggest weapon. We're looking at Malen to Score at 2.01*.
😱 Risky Bet
Fenerbahçe at home look to play with attacking intent, and with the crowd behind them they have frequently scored before half-time - in 4 of their last 5 matches. The bet on Fenerbahçe Team Total - Over 1 in the First Half at 4.90* returns on one goal, and if the hosts score twice the high odds come into play.
🎯 Safe Bet
At least two goals have featured in each of Roma's last nine away matches and in each of Fenerbahçe's last six across all competitions. Both sides play attacking football and rarely leave the pitch without scoring. We're going with Total Goals - Over 1.5 at 1.26*.
👀 If the Match Goes Another Way
We're expecting a high-scoring game, but Fenerbahçe's results have included matches where they placed more emphasis on defending. Their games against Górnik and Sturm in the Champions League - both home and away - finished under 2.5 goals. If Roma fail to score away from home, the match could follow a low-scoring pattern. We're going with Both Teams to Score - No at 2.23*.
*Odds are indicative and may vary across different bookmakers.
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Roma have made a bright start to the Serie A season: three wins from three matches with an aggregate score of 10-1. In 9 of their last 10 official matches, the Giallorossi have scored at least twice. With that kind of attacking output, they are unlikely to leave Istanbul without a goal. Fenerbahçe have also been scoring freely - they have found the net in 13 consecutive official matches. In the Champions League qualifying rounds, the Turkish side scored twice against Lyon. There is every reason to expect goals from both teams. The editors' prediction is Total Goals - Over 2.5. Predicted score: 2-1.
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