Fenerbahce welcome Stuttgart to Istanbul on matchday three of the Europa League this Thursday, with both sides aiming to build on the three points they each have and move one step closer to securing a place in the knockout stages.
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Fenerbahce vs Stuttgart prediction: Game is likely to end in a draw
Key statistics
- Fenerbahce have suffered just three defeats in their last 25 European fixtures (W17, D5).
- Fenerbahce have just one win in 13 games against German opposition.
- Stuttgart have five wins from their last six matches in all competitions (1L).
Correct score prediction: Fenerbahce 2-2 Stuttgart
Both sides come into this clash in brilliant form, and with the attacking strengths and defensive lapses they both have, it is likely the game ends in a draw.
Pre-game odds and win probability: A close contest that could swing either way
- Fenerbahce: 13/10 (2.30) – 43%
- Draw: 27/10 (3.70) – 27%
- Stuttgart: 9/5 (2.80) – 35%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Fenerbahce are slight favourites, with a 43% implied chance of victory, while Stuttgart are not far behind on 35%, reflecting how evenly matched both sides are. The 27% chance of a draw indicates bookmakers expect a close contest that could swing either way depending on key moments.
Fenerbahce come into this clash unbeaten in their last four matches (W3, D1), including a 2-1 win over Fatih Karagumruk. This streak also includes the 2-1 win over Nice in their second Europa League game, recovering from a 3-1 loss to Dinamo Zagreb in their opening-day game.
Stuttgart are also in fine form, winning five of their last six matches across all competitions, including the last two in the Bundesliga.
However, the only loss in that streak came on match day two of the Europa League against Basel (2-0), as they failed to build on their opening-day 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo.
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Most recent H2Hs: First ever meeting between these sides
There has never been an encounter between these sides previously, making it an opportunity to draw the first blow in this match up.
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Fenerbahce preview: A host of absentees for the Yellow Canaries
Fenerbahce will be without several key players for Thursday’s Europa League clash, including Jhon Duran, who is still recovering from injury, and goalkeeper Ederson, with Tarik Cetin set to continue in goal after his recent appearances.
Midfielder Mert Hakan Yandas also misses out, while Irfan Can Kahveci and Cenk Tosun have been suspended for disciplinary reasons, further depleting Ismail Kartal’s options ahead of the Group Stage encounter.
Additionally, Emre Mor, Bartug Elmaz, Levent Mercan, and Rodrigo Becao were not registered for the competition. However, Talisca’s fine European form — six goal contributions in his last five starts — offers Fenerbahce hope in attack.
Predicted lineup: Cetin (GK), Semedo, Oosterworlde, Soyuncu, Mercan, Alvarez, Yuksek, Doregeles, Asensio, Akturkoglu & Talisca
Fenerbahce's last five fixtures
- 19.10.25: Fenerbahce 2-1 Karagumruk
- 05.10.25: Samsunspor 0-0 Fenerbahce
- 02.10.25: Fenerbahce 2-1 Nice
- 28.09.25: Fenerbahce 2-0 Antalyaspor
- 24.09.25: Dinamo Zagreb 3-1 Fenerbahce
Stuttgart preview: The Germans have some injury troubles
Stuttgart also have their share of injury concerns, with goalkeepers Florian Hellstern and Stefan Drljaca both sidelined, leaving limited options between the sticks for the trip to Istanbul.
Wingers Justin Diehl and Jamie Leweling are unavailable, adding to Sebastian Hoeness’s selection worries on the flanks.
In attack, Ermedin Demirovic misses out through injury, while Deniz Undav — yet to feature in Europe this season — continues his recovery as Stuttgart aim to cope without their key forwards.
Predicted lineup: Nubel (GK), Hendriks, Jaquez, Chabot, Mittelstadt, Andres, Stiller, Assignon, Nartey, Tomas & El Khannouss
Stuttgart’s last five fixtures
- 18.10.25: Wolfsburg 0-3 Stuttgart
- 09.10.25: Stuttgart 2-0 Elversberg
- 05.10.25: Stuttgart 1-0 Heidenheim
- 02.10.25: Basel 2-0 Stuttgart
- 28.09.25: FC Koln 1-2 Stuttgart
Player to Watch: Angelo Stiller
All eyes will be on Angelo Stiller, who continues to shine for Stuttgart in both domestic and European action.
The midfielder was outstanding at the weekend, bagging a goal and two assists, and his creativity has been unmatched in the Europa League so far, sitting joint-top with 10 chances created.
His vision and composure in midfield could prove decisive as Stuttgart aim for a strong result in Istanbul.