FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Europa League, January 30, 2025
FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce Preview
- Tournament: Europa League
- Date: Thursday, Jan 30
- Kick-off Time: 08:00 pm GMT
- Venue: MCH Arena
FC Midtjylland are set to lock horns with Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce in their final league phase game of the 2024/25 Europa League season at the MCH Arena on Thursday. Both sides are separated by one point as they eye for a place in the playoffs in the new format of the competition.
FC Midtjylland are placed 19th in the UEL league table with 10 points and have secured three wins in the seven games they have played. They will be high on confidence as they come into this game after securing a 0-2 victory against Ludogorets Razgrad courtesy of goals from Dario Osorio and Valdemar Byskov. This win was registered after three straight defeats in the UEL.
In the last five games, they have played three wins and two losses across all competitions. In the competition, they have scored seven goals and conceded seven goals. Looking to solidify their playoff spot in the final league phase fixture, Midtjylland must improve on a poor home record in the competition, having won just one of their last four outings at MCH Arena.
Meanwhile, Fenerbahce are winless in their last two matches in the competition, losing 2-0 to Athletic Bilbao before being held to a goalless stalemate by Lyon at Sukru Saracoglu Stadium last week. They are currently placed in the 23rd place with nine points. In the last five games, they have secured three wins and two draws. In the league, Fenerbahce have been in fine form, winning each of their previous four matches, and they extended that streak with a dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Goztepe SK.
As they return to Europe for their last league phase match, Fenerbahce can feel more confident because they have won three of their past six away games in Europa and know that their qualification status is still up in the air.
On that note, let’s have a look at the team news of both sides.
FC Midtjylland Team News
The Danish team are without the first-choice goalkeeper Elias Olafsson, who broke his arm last week. Manager Thomas Thomasberg also has concerns in attack, with striker Franculiono Dju out for a long time, while doubts remain over the availability of Gue-sung Cho and Ktistoffer Olsson. The manager will be expected to start with Andersson and Martinez as the pivot in the midfield. Adam Buksa will be expected to start in attack as he has scored five goals in the league so far.
Fenerbahce Team News
Manager, Jose Mourinho is dealing with a lengthy injury list, particularly in defence, with first-choice goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic and full-back Mert Muldur out with injuries. Rodrigo Becao and Jayden Oosterwolde are also sidelined with long-term knee injuries.
They also have the issue of suspensions to deal with. Sofyan Amrabat and Osayi-Samuel will remain suspended in the fixture. Jose Mourinho will be expected to start with Dzeko and En-Nesyri in attack. Both have them have scored 22 goals in the league so far.
FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce Predicted Lineups
FC Midtjylland Predicted Lineup (4:3:3):
Goalkeeper: Lossl.
Defenders: Mbabu, Diao, Bech, Bak.
Midfielders: Martinez, Andersson, Byskov.
Forwards: Sorensen, Buksa, Gogorza.
Fenerbahce Predicted Lineup (3:4:3):
Goalkeeper: Irfan Can Egribayat.
Defenders: Mert Muldur, Alexander Djiku, Munir Levent Mercan.
Midfielders: Fred, Irfan Can Kahveci, Sebastian Szymanski, Tadic.
Forwards: Filip Kostic, Youssef En-Nesyri, Edin Dzeko (C).
FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce Head-to-Head Record
The two sides have never faced each other on the European stage. This is the first UEFA competition between both these teams.
Key Players to Watch Out in FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce
Dario Osorio (FC Midtjylland)
The striker has scored two goals in five games of the European competition and will be a key player for the hosts in attack. The right winger can help the side to qualify for the next stage of the competition. In the last five games he had an xG of 0.2.
Youssef En-Nesyri (Fenerbahce)
The striker needs to improve his game and take advantage of opportunities more effectively because he has only scored three goals in the Europa League thus far, at a rate of 3.87 xG. With eight goals and one assist in his previous five games, he has been in scorching form for Fenerbahce lately. Ten of the 21 shots he has tried in these games have been on goal. He will be ready to go because he played 90 minutes in all but one of his last five games.
FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce Prediction
With a playoff spot at stake, both team will be cautious as a loss for any side means they are out of the competition. Fenerbahce will definitely be more driven and the favourites to win this encounter. A narrow win for any side is what it looks like before the start of the game.
Predicted Score: FC Midtjylland 1-2 Fenerbahce
Where to Watch FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| UK | TNT Sports |
| Denmark | Viaplay |
| Turkey | TRT |
| India | SonyLIV |
FAQs
Q. When is FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce?
The FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce game will be played on 30th January at the MCH Arena.
Q. Where to watch FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce live for free?
The game between FC Midtjylland and Fenerbahce can be watched on ServusTV, RTÉ Player, and Tabii.
Q. What is the predicted score in FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce?
The predicted score for FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce is 1-2.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for FC Midtjylland vs Fenerbahce?
The two sides have never faced each other on the European stage. This is the first UEFA competition between both these teams.