Fenerbahçe vs. Athletic Bilbao: Match Preview
Fenerbahçe will host Spain’s Athletic Bilbao Today in a crucial UEFA Europa League clash. The match will take place at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium, with Bosnian referee Irfan Peljto officiating. After a recent league loss to Beşiktaş, Fenerbahçe aims to bounce back with a morale-boosting European victory.
The Yellow-Navy Blues recently secured a significant away win against Slavia Prague, boosting their playoff hopes, while Athletic Bilbao remains unbeaten in the Europa League.
Under the guidance of José Mourinho, Fenerbahçe is striving for success both domestically and in Europe. Currently trailing Galatasaray in the league, the team is focusing on European competition. Despite being without Fred due to a suspension, Fenerbahçe aims to leverage their home advantage for a crucial win.
FENERBAHÇE VS. ATHLETIC BILBAO: MATCH DETAILS
- Date & Time: Wednesday, December 11, 18:30
- Venue: Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium
- Broadcast: Live on TRT 1
Match Officials
Referee Irfan Peljto (Bosnia & Herzegovina) will officiate the game, with assistants Senad Ibrisimbegovic and Davor Beljo. The fourth official will be Antoni Bandic. Marco Di Bello (Italy) and Michael Fabbri will oversee VAR and AVAR operations, respectively.
FENERBAHÇE TEAM NEWS
Fenerbahçe will be missing Fred Rodrigues (suspension), Jayden Oosterwolde (long-term injury), and Mert Hakan Yandaş (ankle injury). Additionally, Filip Kostic, Oğuz Aydın, Bartuğ Elmaz, and Levent Mercan, who were not included in the UEFA squad list, will be unavailable.
ATHLETIC BILBAO’S UNBEATEN RUN
Athletic Bilbao enters the match with an impressive Europa League record. The Spanish side, joint leaders with 13 points, has conceded only two goals in five matches, with four wins and one draw. Key players include Oihan Sancet, Iñaki Williams, and Gorka Guruzeta.
FENERBAHÇE’S GOAL: THREE POINTS
With eight points in the standings, Fenerbahçe is currently ranked 15th and aims to secure a top-24 finish to qualify for the playoff stage of the competition. Following their vital win against Slavia Prague, the team is determined to claim three points against Bilbao to strengthen their European campaign.
