Aston Villa travel to Istanbul to face Fenerbahce in the Europa League with the possibility of securing a top eight finish tonight.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game…
Kick-off time
5.45pm UK time
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How to watch in the UK
TNT Sports 1
Streaming on Discovery+
Injuries and suspensions
Fenerbahce: Archie Brown (out), Levent Mercan (out), Sebastian Szymanski (doubt)
Aston Villa: Emiliano Martinez (out), Boubacar Kamara (out), John McGinn (out), Ross Barkley (out), Amadou Onana (doubt), Jadon Sancho (doubt)
Predicted line-ups
Fenerbahce (4-2-3-1): Ederson; Semedo, Skriniar, Oosterwolde, Muldur; Fred, Yuksek; Nene, Asensio, Akturkoglu; Duran
Aston Villa (4-2-3-1): Bizot; Cash, Konsa, Torres, Digne; Bogarde, Tielemans; Guessand, Rogers, Buendia; Watkins
Recent form
Fenerbahce are a strong side, who remain unbeaten in the Turkish Super Lig this season, as they look to claim the title ahead of rivals Galatasaray. They have also been solid in the Europa League, although they have been let down by their away form and sit 12th in the table.
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The Turkish outfit possess a number of former Premier League stars and Villa are sure to come across some familiar faces. Both Jhon Duran and Marco Asensio, who spent time at Villa Park last season, could line up for Fenerbahce against their former side.
Villa have been in terrific form across recent months, propelling them to third place in both the Premier League and Europa League standings. However, injuries have started to pile up for Unai Emery’s side, which has seen a slight drop off in results.
What’s been said?
Fenerbahce boss Domenico Tedesco: “The support we receive is unbelievable; it provides that extra 10% of motivation. It will be a difficult night for Villa. Honestly, right now, I don’t think any team in Europe wants to play us in our stadium.”
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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery: “Of course, it’s a very difficult match, and they have a very good team, historic team, experienced team. They have very good players. They have a fantastic atmosphere here with their supporters, very passionate supporters. We respect them a lot.”
