Fenerbahçe vs Roma match
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The gist
Fenerbahçe host Roma in Champions League Matchday 1 at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium on Sept 10, 2026.
It is their first-ever competitive meeting, with Roma in strong form and Fenerbahçe back.
Background
Fenerbahçe return to the Champions League proper for the first time since 2008 after coming through three qualifying rounds, while Roma are back for the first time since 2018/19. The two clubs have never met in a competitive fixture, making this a historic opener. Roma arrive in strong form, having won all three Serie A matches under new manager Gian Piero Gasperini, while Fenerbahçe have had a mixed domestic start, sitting ninth in the Süper Lig after two losses in their opening four games.
How it unfolded
- Aug 2026Fenerbahçe edged Lyon 3-2 on aggregate in the play-offs to qualify for the Champions League league phase.
- Sep 5, 2026Roma came from behind to beat Atalanta 2-1 in Serie A, their third consecutive win.
- Sep 6, 2026Fenerbahçe lost 2-1 at home to Beşiktaş in the Süper Lig.
- Sep 10, 2026Fenerbahçe host Roma in their Champions League league phase opener at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium, kicking off at 17:45 UK time.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Roma are the clear form side, having won all three Serie A matches and conceded just one goal, while Fenerbahçe have struggled domestically.
- Caution
- Fenerbahçe have scored in 13 consecutive matches across all competitions and are tough at home, so Roma's defense will face a stern test.
Still unverified
Some sources list the venue as Chobani Stadyumu (sponsor name) while others say Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium; both refer to the same location. Kick-off time is given as 17:45 UK time / 18:45 CEST / 12:45 PM ET, consistent across sources.