Fenerbahce vs Anderlecht Prediction 13 February 2025
🔊 Which team will start the Europa League playoffs with a victory? Bookmakers believe it will be Fenerbahce, offering quite low odds on their win. However, there are many unavailable players on the team, so Anderlecht should not be underestimated. On our part, we will consider different options to make the prediction optimal. Note that the match will take place at the "Şükrü Saracoğlu" stadium. The winner of this pair will play against Rangers or Olympiacos in the round of 16.
Head-to-Head
In the span of four head-to-head matches, Fenerbahçe holds the advantage with three wins and one draw. The last time the opponents met was in the 2018/19 season during the Europa League group stage. Back then, the Turkish team managed to come back from a two-goal deficit away (2:2). At home, they also scored twice while keeping their goal intact. Notably, all four goals by the "Yellow Canaries" were scored after the break. Considering they are regarded as favorites in the upcoming match, it is worth paying attention to a Fenerbahçe goal in the 2nd half.
Head-to-head statistics Fenerbahce - Anderlecht
Fenerbahce Istanbul Team Overview
Fenerbahce is currently in second place in the Turkish Super Lig. They trail Galatasaray by three points but have played one more match. The club is trying to keep up with their main rival, including in the transfer market. In January, they signed Anderson Talisca (Al-Nassr), Diego Carlos (Aston Villa), and loaned Milan Skriniar (PSG). Jose Mourinho has significantly refreshed the defensive line. Perhaps this has helped them win and maintain a clean sheet in the last couple of rounds. Fenerbahce did not perform too well in the first stage of the Europa League, earning only two points in three matches. They even failed to defeat Midtjylland, who were lacking competitive practice (2:2). The “yellow and blues” relinquished the initiative to their opponent early on, allowing them to equalize in the final stages. As a result, the team dropped to 24th place and miraculously made it to the playoff matches. It should be noted that Fenerbahce has quite a few players not included in the Europa League squad, including some newcomers. Additionally, Livakovic, Muldur, Usterwolde, and Becao are injured.
Match Results: Fenerbahce Istanbul
RSC Anderlecht Team Overview
Anderlecht is currently fourth in the national championship, trailing the leader by 15 points. Therefore, the battle for the championship this season once again proceeds without David Hubert's team. Moreover, at the beginning of February, they lost to the leading Gent, conceding the only goal in the sixth minute. Anderlecht performed well in the first stage of the Europa League. They were just one point or a better goal difference away from making it into the top-8 and skipping the playoff matches. The situation was significantly worsened by a defeat to Hoffenheim in the last round (3:4). Anderlecht conceded three goals within 20 minutes after halftime. However, the players did not give up and nearly snatched a much-needed draw. The club did not make any significant acquisitions in January. Instead, they parted ways with Zanka Jørgensen and Anders Dreyer, who will continue their careers in MLS. It should be noted that veteran Jan Vertonghen will not play in the upcoming match, as he has only appeared on the field twice this season due to injury. For the same reason, there is no chance of seeing Samuel Edozie in the attack.
Match Results: RSC Anderlecht
⚽️ Goal Prediction
Fenerbahçe scores quite a lot in the national championship, but not in the Europa League. In the current tournament, they haven't scored more than two goals in any match. Anderlecht hasn't been reliable in defense. However, they conceded a third of their goals in the last round. Therefore, a bet on Fenerbahçe's total goals under 2.5 seems justified.
🚩 Corner Prediction
Anderlecht has the advantage in corners in the Europa League - 4.8 against 3.6. However, Fenerbahçe is considered the clear favorite in this aspect for the upcoming match. Meanwhile, in seven consecutive Europa League matches, they haven't had more than six corners. In such a situation, it makes sense to bet on Fenerbahçe's total corners under 6.5.
Editorial Prediction
with four draws. In principle, Anderlecht might hold on for a draw in the upcoming match, especially since they have virtually no losses in their lineup. Therefore, we note a potential exact score of 1:1.Fenerbahçe has strengthened their defense. However, of the newcomers, only Milan Škriniar might play, who has played five matches for PSG and two for the Turkish team this season. Moreover, the top defender from the past hasn't had any injuries. The lack of match practice might affect the not-so-flawless defense of the "yellow-blues." Therefore, as a key bet, we'll choose - Anderlecht to score. They have scored in 9 out of the last 10 matches in the Europa League.
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Betting Tips: Fenerbahce Istanbul - RSC Anderlecht
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