Preview: Fenerbahce v Aston Villa Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Europa League 2025-26

[(Fenerbahce S.K.) Strength]:
1. Fenerbahce S.K. are currently ranked 13th in the Europa League table with 11 points, just 2 points behind the top 8. If they fail to secure any points in this match, they will basically lose their chance to directly advance to the knockout stage, and they are highly motivated to win.
2. Attacking midfielder Talisca has scored 17 goals and provided 3 assists for the team this season. In the last two matches alone, he has scored 3 goals, showcasing his exceptional finishing ability in front of goal.
3. Fenerbahce S.K. have achieved 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their 6 Europa League matches. At home, they are unbeaten in 3 games with 2 wins and 1 draw, scoring in each. In their last Europa League game, they even won 4-0 away against Brann.
4. Fenerbahce S.K. have achieved four consecutive victories in their last four matches. The team have scored eight goals and conceded only two, showing an extremely hot form.

[(Fenerbahce S.K.) Neutral]:
1. The two sides have not faced each other in recent years, making this a first encounter.

[(Fenerbahce S.K.) Weakness]:
1. The team's main left-back, Archie Brown, has scored 3 goals and provided 4 assists for the team this season. He was unable to play in the last game due to injury and will continue to be absent in this match.

[(Aston Villa F.C.) Strength]:
1. Aston Villa F.C. currently sit third in the Europa League standings with 15 points, leading the 8th-placed team by 3 points. They need just one win and one draw in their final two matches to secure direct qualification.
2. Morgan Rogers has delivered his best performance this season, scoring 8 goals and providing 6 assists. He possesses excellent technical skills and a strong ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
3. Aston Villa F.C. have achieved 5 wins and 1 loss in their 6 matches in Europa League, scoring 10 goals while conceding 4. Aston Villa F.C.'s performance in Europa League has been outstanding.
4. The only match Aston Villa F.C. lost in the Europa League was a 1-2 away defeat to Go Ahead Eagles. Aston Villa F.C. dominated the match but failed to capitalize on their chances.

[(Aston Villa F.C.) Weakness]:
1. The team's two key defensive midfielders, Amadou Onana and Boubacar Kamara, have been injured one after another. Their absence significantly weakens the team's midfield defensive capabilities.
2. Aston Villa F.C., ranked 3rd in the league, suffered a 0-1 defeat to Everton in their last match. Despite dominating the game, they failed to convert their chances into goals and conceded in the second half.

[Tips]:
Although Aston Villa F.C. failed to convert their dominance into goals in the last match, their overall performance in the Europa League has been highly impressive. With 5 wins and only 1 defeat from 6 matches, they have accumulated 15 points to secure a place in the top three of the standings.

In contrast, while Fenerbahce S.K. have performed well in the Turkish Super Lig, the team's performance in the Europa League has been relatively mediocre. It will be very difficult for them to keep unbeaten at home against the powerful Aston Villa F.C. in this match.

Given that Aston Villa F.C.'s players are more capable, they are well-positioned to grab points away from home in this game to secure a spot in the next round.

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