Fenerbahçe 2-1 Zenit (Friendly)
Fenerbahçe Defeats Zenit 2-1 in Friendly Match During International Break
Fenerbahçe emerged victorious in a friendly match against Russian side Zenit, winning 2-1 at Ülker Stadium. The goals for the yellow-navy team came from new signings Cenk Tosun and Levent Mercan, with Dusan Tadic providing assists for both goals.
The match was held during the international break, offering both teams an opportunity to maintain match fitness. Zenit’s lone goal was scored by Erokhin.
FENERBAHÇE 2-1 ZENIT
In recognition of World Diabetes Day on November 14, 25 children with diabetes participated in the pre-match ceremony.
Match Highlights
- Kickoff: The match began with a lively tempo.
- 20th Minute: Dusan Tadic set up Cenk Tosun, who scored with a clinical one-touch finish from a tight angle.
- 29th Minute: A heated moment occurred as players from both sides clashed, with goalkeeper İrfan Can Eğribayat leaving his area to join the altercation.
- 35th Minute: Zenit equalized when Akhmetov’s cross was converted by Erokhin with a precise touch.
- 63rd Minute: Tadic provided another assist, setting up Levent Mercan, who struck a powerful shot from outside the box to restore Fenerbahçe’s lead.
Starting Lineups
Fenerbahçe: İrfan Can Eğribayat, Levent Mercan, Yusuf Akçiçek, Rodrigo Becao, Filip Kostic, Bartuğ Elmaz, Zeki Dursun, Fred, Oğuz Aydın, Tadic, Cenk Tosun
Zenit: Adamov, Santos, Nino, Rodrigao, Chistyakov, Barrios, Erokhin, Glushenkov, Akhmetov, Pedro, Sobolev
Match Notes
- Rotation in Action: Fenerbahçe head coach Jose Mourinho utilized players who have seen limited action in league games. İrfan Can Eğribayat, Levent Mercan, Oğuz Aydın, Bartuğ Elmaz, and Cenk Tosun were included in the starting XI.
- Formation Change: Mourinho opted for a 3-5-2 setup, with Rodrigo Becao, Yusuf Akçiçek, and Levent Mercan in defense, and Tadic and Tosun leading the attack.
- Key Absences: Captain Mert Hakan Yandaş started on the bench, while Allan Saint-Maximin was excluded from the squad as a precaution.
- Youth Representation: The bench featured academy players, including Osman Ertuğrul Çetin, Engin Can Biterge, Metehan Kurt, and Muharrem Çizgili, showcasing Fenerbahçe’s depth and focus on youth development.
