UEFA Europa League Clash: Nottingham Forest vs. Fenerbahce
The UEFA Europa League round of 16 concludes on February 26, 2026, as Nottingham Forest welcomes Turkish giants Fenerbahce to the City Ground for their second-leg encounter. This fixture is a classic England vs. Turkey European tie, with Forest holding a commanding 3-0 aggregate lead from the first leg. Given this substantial advantage, bookmakers heavily favor the English side, offering odds of 1.57 for a home victory. The odds for a Fenerbahce win stand at 5.64, while a draw is priced at 4.58.
Squad Issues and Match Predictions
Fenerbahce faces a significant selection crisis heading into this high-stakes match. The Turkish club will be without several key players due to suspension and injury. Suspended players include Oosterwolde and Fred. Furthermore, their injury list is extensive, sidelining Ederson, Soyuncu, Skriniar, and Talisca. This severely complicates their already difficult task of overturning the first-leg deficit.
In contrast, Nottingham Forest receives a boost with the expected return of Sels and Savinho, though Boly and Wood remain unavailable. Historically, Fenerbahce has struggled against English opposition, suffering 13 defeats in such matchups, while Nottingham Forest has no prior record against Turkish clubs.
The match kicks off at 10:00 PM Kyiv time and will be broadcast live on the MEGOGO media service and the MEGOGO Football 2 channel. The odds for Fenerbahce to qualify for the quarter-finals are a steep 23.32, reflecting the monumental challenge they face. Odds for over 4.0 total goals in the match are set at 4.16. These betting figures underscore the consensus that Nottingham Forest is the overwhelming favorite to progress. Fans of both clubs are eagerly anticipating this decisive European night.
This fixture carries immense weight for both sides. Nottingham Forest aims to cement their dominance and secure a place in the next round, while Fenerbahche, despite their depleted squad, will fight to salvage pride and attempt a historic comeback. The outcome will not only shape the remainder of their European campaigns but will also have a profound impact on the morale of each squad following their contrasting fortunes in the first leg.