Tedesco Announces Starting XI for Fenerbahçe vs. Aston Villa Match
On January 22, Fenerbahçe will face off against Aston Villa in their UEFA Europa League match. This exciting encounter marks the 7th week of the tournament and brings significant implications for both teams. Fenerbahçe, currently aiming for a spot in the top 8, is focused on securing victory at home against a strong English opponent. The match is scheduled to begin at 20:45 local time.
Match Details
Fenerbahçe and Aston Villa’s game will be broadcasted live on Tabii and TRT 1. The last confrontation between these two clubs was 49 years ago.
Starting XI
- 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 Strategy
In their previous six matches, Fenerbahçe has recorded three wins, two draws, and one loss, placing them in 12th position. They are determined to improve their standing with a strong performance against Aston Villa, who currently sits in third place with five wins and one loss.
Historic Background
This match will be the third official encounter between Fenerbahçe and Aston Villa. Their first meeting occurred in the 1977-1978 UEFA Cup, where Aston Villa triumphed in both legs to advance.
Player Highlights
Notable players for Fenerbahçe include Anderson Talisca and Kerem Aktürkoğlu, who have each scored four of the team’s nine goals in the competition. Talisca recently achieved a hat-trick in a match against Brann, contributing to his five goals in five matches. Aktürkoğlu has also been impressive, scoring in his three appearances.
Statistics
| Statistic | Fenerbahçe | Aston Villa |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played in European Competitions | 297 | N/A |
| Wins | 117 | 5 |
| Draws | 64 | N/A |
| Losses | 115 | 1 |
Coaching Rivalry
Unai Emery returns to Kadıköy for the first time in 14 years. He has previously faced Fenerbahçe while managing Spartak Moscow. This time, Emery is looking to lead Aston Villa to a secure position in the league.
Officiating Crew
The match will be officiated by Luis Godinho from the Portuguese Football Federation. Assisting him will be Rui Teixeira and Pedro Almeida, with Fabio Verissimo serving as the fourth official. Jerome Brisard will oversee VAR, with assistance from Andre Narciso.
The upcoming Fenerbahçe vs. Aston Villa match promises to be a thrilling event as both teams pursue critical points in the Europa League stage.
