In the upcoming UEFA Europa League match, Fenerbahçe will face off against Aston Villa. This encounter is crucial for Fenerbahçe as they aim to secure valuable points in their quest to enter the top eight. Under the guidance of coach Domenico Tedesco, the team is determined to achieve victory against their formidable opponent.
Match Details: Fenerbahçe vs. Aston Villa
The match between Fenerbahçe and Aston Villa is scheduled for January 22, Thursday, at 20:45. Fans can watch the live broadcast on Tabii and TRT 1 channels.
Starting Lineups
Here are the starting lineups for both teams:
- Fenerbahçe: Ederson, Oosterwolde, Skriniar, Semedo, Mert, İsmail, Fred, Asensio, Kerem, Nene, Duran
- Aston Villa: Bizot, Cash, Lindelöf, Mings, Digne, Bogarde, Tielemans, Sancho, Rogers, Buendia, Watkins
Fenerbahçe’s Goals
As they head into the latter stages of the Europa League, Fenerbahçe aims to earn three vital points against Aston Villa. Currently, Fenerbahçe sits in 12th place after six matches, with three victories, two draws, and one loss. In contrast, Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, is in third place with five wins and one loss.
Historical Context
This match marks the third official encounter between Fenerbahçe and Aston Villa. The teams last met during the 1977-1978 UEFA Cup, where Aston Villa won both matches. The upcoming game will showcase their rivalry once again after nearly five decades.
Key Player Statistics
In the Europa League, Fenerbahçe has scored nine goals so far. Notably, Anderson Talisca and Kerem Aktürkoğlu have each contributed four goals. Talisca even recorded a hat-trick in a match against Brann, highlighting his significant impact.
Fenerbahçe’s European Campaign
The upcoming match will be Fenerbahçe’s 297th appearance in European competitions. To date, the team has celebrated 117 victories, drawn 64 matches, and suffered 115 defeats, scoring 406 goals while conceding 417.
Notable Past Connections
Marco Asensio and Jhon Duran will face their former club. Asensio played on loan at Aston Villa last season, while Duran was with the team from 2023 to 2025, featuring in 78 matches and scoring 20 goals.
Match Officials
Portuguese referee Luis Godinho will officiate the Fenerbahçe vs. Aston Villa match. His assistants will be Rui Teixeira and Pedro Almeida, while Fabio Verissimo will serve as the fourth official. The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) will be Jerome Brisard, with Andre Narciso assisting.
This highly anticipated match is poised to be a significant event in the Europa League, as both teams strive to achieve their goals this season.
