Ludogorets 2-0 Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe lost to Bulgarian Ludogorets in the UEFA Europa Conference League.
In the fourth round of the UEFA Europa Conference League Group H, Fenerbahçe lost 2-0 against Ludogorets as visitors, consequently ending their unbeaten streak in Europe.
Starting the match positively, Fenerbahçe was effective in the opponent’s half in the first 15 minutes but struggled to create chances. Fenerbahçe fell behind 1-0 in the 18th minute due to Piotrowski’s goal following a swift attack. Failing to create opportunities for the remainder of the half, Fenerbahçe entered halftime trailing 1-0.
In the second half, Fenerbahçe couldn’t make an impact and faced difficulty finding chances despite player substitutions. The home team extended their lead to 2 in the 90+2nd minute with Seco’s goal, claiming victory with this score.
Fenerbahçe lost the match against Ludogorets 2-0 following the loss to Trabzonspor, ending their 10-match winning streak in the league and a 9-match winning streak in Europe.
Still leader in Group H
Despite this defeat, Fenerbahçe maintained their leadership in the group with 9 points. In the other match of the group, Nordsjaelland drew 1-1 with Spartak Trnava. Nordsjaelland increased their points to 7, while Spartak Trnava secured their first point.
Yusuf Akçiçek received applause
Fenerbahçe’s young player Yusuf Akçiçek gathered praise for his performance in the central defender position.
The 17-year-old player seized an opportunity due to Fenerbahçe’s defensive shortages and lived up to expectations.
Yusuf received applause from the fans for his interventions.
Failed to score for the first time
For the first time this season, Fenerbahçe completed a match without scoring a goal.
Under Ismail Kartal’s management, Fenerbahçe played 20 official matches this season, successfully scoring in every match until the 21st match against Ludogorets.
Conceded 3 goals in the last 2 European away matches
Fenerbahçe lost their positive defensive performance in European away matches in the last 2 games this season.
In the first 3 away matches in this category, Fenerbahçe didn’t concede any goals. However, after allowing 1 goal in the away match against Spartak Trnava, they failed to prevent 2 goals in the Ludogorets away match.
Trailing at halftime for the first time
For the first time this season in European matches, Fenerbahçe went into halftime behind in a match.
Under the guidance of head coach Ismail Kartal, the team previously went into the break in 5 out of 9 European matches this season drawing, and in 4 matches leading.
