Fenerbahçe Faces Kocaelispor with 3 Key Players Missing
Fenerbahçe is set to face Kocaelispor in the 20th week of the Süper Lig. The match will kick off at 20:00 at the Turka Araç Muayene Stadium in Kocaeli. Referee Alper Akarsu will officiate this important fixture.
Key Information Regarding the Match
- Match Date: February 2, 2026
- Opponent: Kocaelispor
- Location: Turka Araç Muayene Stadium, Kocaeli
- Kick-off Time: 20:00
- Referee: Alper Akarsu
Fenerbahçe’s Current Season Performance
The yellow-navy team continues its unbeaten streak in the league and has successfully advanced to the knockout stage of the UEFA Europa League. However, their last league match ended in a 1-1 draw against Göztepe.
Missing Key Players
Fenerbahçe will be without three crucial players for the match against Kocaelispor:
- Archie Brown: Long-term injury, not yet training with the team.
- Levent Mercan: Also recovering from injury.
- Jhon Duran: Excluded from the squad due to pain experienced during the Europa League match against FCSB.
Players in Danger of Suspension
Three players are currently at risk of receiving yellow card suspensions:
- Edson Alvarez: Must avoid yellow cards to play in the next match against Gençlerbirliği.
- Anthony Musaba: Also under threat of suspension.
- Archie Brown: In addition to his injury, is just one yellow card away from suspension.
As the game approaches, Fenerbahçe aims to secure a victory despite the absence of key players. Fans will be eager to see how the team adapts to these challenges in their quest to maintain an unbeaten run in the league.
