TIPS - Feyenoord Rotterdam VS Fenerbahce S.K.

[(Feyenoord Rotterdam) Strength]:
1. As the traditional giants in the Eredivisie, Feyenoord Rotterdam finished 3rd in the league last season, revealing overall performances below expectations. They aim to qualify for the Champions League this season, indicating high motivation to win this home game.
2. Feyenoord Rotterdam have an outstanding home record of 11 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses in the Eredivisie last season, with a win rate of over 60%.
3. Feyenoord Rotterdam showed good form in the Champions League last season, eliminating AC Milan in the two-legged playoffs and advancing to the round of 16, finally being knocked out by Inter Milan.
4. Feyenoord Rotterdam received 8 wins and 2 losses in the last 10 competitive games, with a win rate of 80%, showcasing stable performances.
5. Feyenoord Rotterdam won only 3 of the previous 10 games and lost the last 2 competitive matches at home in AH.

[(Feyenoord Rotterdam) Weakness]:
1. Feyenoord Rotterdam's center-back Gernot Trauner, left-back Gijs Smal, and midfielder Shiloh 't Zand are out with injuries. Starting defender Antef Tsoungui is out long-term with a torn cruciate ligament, forcing a defensive line reshuffle.
2. Feyenoord Rotterdam received 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses in 6 friendlies lately.
3. Feyenoord Rotterdam were beaten by Fenerbahce S.K. in two legs in the 2016-17 Europa League group stage.

[(Fenerbahce S.K.) Strength]:
1. Fenerbahce S.K. finished 2nd in the Super Lig last season and failed to enter the Champions League. After signing new players in the offseason, the Super Lig powerhouses are highly motivated to qualify for the Champions League.
2. Fenerbahce S.K. signed Jhon Duran, Sofyan Amrabat, Milan Skriniar, and Nelsinho this season, improving their overall strength.
3. Fenerbahce S.K. have an excellent record of 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in the recent friendlies, including beating strong teams like Lazio and Al Ittihad Jeddah.
4. Fenerbahce S.K. received 7 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in the previous 10 competitive games away from home, demonstrating strong away strength.
5. Fenerbahce S.K. showed remarkable attack in the friendlies, scoring 13 goals in the previous 6 games, with an average of over 2 goals per game.
6. Fenerbahce S.K. were unbeaten with 2 wins and 1 draw in 3 encounters against Feyenoord Rotterdam, including 2 Europa League games and 1 friendly, giving them a better mentality.
7. Fenerbahce S.K.won 3 of the previous 4 games and 8 of the last 10 competitive games on the road in AH.

[(Fenerbahce S.K.) Weakness]:
1. Fenerbahce S.K. recorded only 2 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses in the Europa League last season, failing to enter the knockout stage. They won only 4 of the last 10 European football matches.

[Tips]:
Feyenoord Rotterdam will play at home, but their severe injuries impact the team's stability on defense.

They performed underwhelmingly in warm-up matches.

In contrast, Fenerbahce S.K. signed new players to improve their strength in the offseason, with new signings Jhon Duran and Youssef En-Nesyri scoring in warm-up games.

Besides, Fenerbahce S.K. are very good at away games, boasting a high unbeaten rate.

The AH line is only -0.25 for the home team, indicating poor confidence.

Thus, the away team are expected to avoid a loss in this match.

[Recommended]:
Fenerbahce S.K. (+0/0.5)