"Starting with the hosts, while Fenerbahce might have an almighty battle on their hands in the race to reclaim their Super Lig crown in 2026, the Turkish giants are enjoying an extended purple patch. Putting in another action-packed performance over the weekend as they secured a 3-2 victory away at domestic foes Trabzonspor, Domenico Tedesco's side will be confident of claiming a crucial first-leg advantage here."
"Edson Alvarez might have struggled to find any real stability since completing a season-long loan switch from West Ham, the Mexican skipper should return to Fenerbahce squad here. However, one-time Derby youngster Archie Brown remains on the sidelines with a long-term muscle issue. Once again finding the net against Trabzonspor last weekend and getting in the scoresheet in three of his previous four outings, ex-Real Madrid superstar Marco Asensio should play a leading role in the final third."
Fenerbahce begin their Europa League play-off tie at home with strong recent form, winning four consecutive matches by an aggregate 11-4. Domenico Tedesco's side beat Trabzonspor 3-2 and have suffered only one defeat since the New Year. Edson Alvarez should return to the squad while Archie Brown remains sidelined with a long-term muscle issue. Marco Asensio has scored in three of his last four matches and is expected to lead the attack. N'Golo Kante is set to start in midfield. Nottingham Forest are experiencing turmoil, and Vitor Pereira faces a difficult job after a 0-0 draw with Wolves and Sean Dyche's departure.
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