European Media Highlights Fenerbahçe’s Victory: “Dzeko Came to Mourinho’s Aid”

Fenerbahçe's 2-1 victory over Lugano at home in the Champions League second qualifying round made headlines across Europe. Newspapers highlighted Fenerbahçe's struggle and how Edin Dzeko came to Mourinho's rescue.

Daphne Koprulu Jul 31, 2024

Fenerbahçe’s 2-1 win over Lugano, advancing to the third qualifying round of the Champions League, resonated in the European press. Here are some of the remarks from the newspapers about Fenerbahçe and Mourinho:

OJogo: Jose Mourinho‘s team continues its journey towards the Champions League.
Desporto AO Minuto: Considering Fenerbahçe spent almost an hour at a score disadvantage, the tension and anger increased as the match progressed. Despite everything, Jose Mourinho saw his team make a comeback and achieve victory.
Zerozero: Fenerbahçe turned the match around, and Mourinho secured a victory in his first home game.
Sapo: Mourinho’s team advanced by defeating Lugano once again.
A Bola: Mourinho turned the Lugano match around and advanced to the third qualifying round of the Champions League.
TuttoMercato: Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe shattered Lugano’s dreams.
Corriere dello Sport: Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe eliminated Lugano and advanced in the Champions League. Next opponent: Lille.
La Gazzetta dello Sport: Mourinho didn’t make a mistake. Fenerbahçe defeated and eliminated Lugano 2-1, continuing their Champions League dream.
Eurosport Italy: Fenerbahçe took risks against Lugano but won the match 2-1, setting up a clash with Lille.
L’Equipe: Fenerbahçe defeated Lugano 2-1 and advanced to the third qualifying round of the Champions League, becoming Lille’s opponent.
FootMercato: Fenerbahçe, who eliminated Lugano, will face Lille.
SoFoot: Jose Mourinho’s men will stand against Lille and Bruno Genesio.
Estadio Deportivo: Edin Dzeko came to Mourinho’s rescue. Fenerbahçe eliminated Lugano and advanced to the third qualifying round of the Champions League.
AS: Mourinho’s team came very close to being eliminated from Europe’s biggest cup at the first opportunity. Despite the Turks only taking two shots on goal in a poor match, Fenerbahçe advanced. Mourinho suffered a lot in his new career in Turkey but overcame another test.
Mundo Deportivo: Edin Dzeko came to Fenerbahçe’s rescue.
Kicker: Dzeko and Szymanski saved Mourinho’s first home match.