Frank Christian
Manchester United is struggling to gain momentum, creating pressure on manager Erik ten Hag.
The team’s recent performance in the Europa League needs improvement, having drawn their opening two matches: a 1-1 tie against FC Twente at home and a chaotic 3-3 draw against Porto away.
Next, they face a familiar challenge in Jose Mourinho, who now coaches Fenerbahce, a team that can pose significant threats at home.
The Sporting News provides updates on team lineups and news for this matchup in Turkey.
Fenerbahce vs. Man United lineups, predicted starting 11, team news
Fenerbahce will be without left-back Jayden Oosterwolde due to an ACL injury, which might lead Mourinho to utilize former United midfielder Fred in defense.
Alternatively, he could partner Fred with another former United player, Sofyan Amrabat, in the midfield, while Allan Saint-Maximin, Dusan Tadic, and ex-Manchester City forward Edin Dzeko seek starting positions.
Additionally, Mourinho is managing other injury concerns involving Cengiz Under (groin), Ismail Yuksek (shoulder), Bright Osayi-Samuel (foot), and Irfan Can Egribaya (muscle injury).
Fenerbahce predicted lineup (4-3-2-1, right to left): Livakovic (GK) — Djiku, Soyuncu, Becao, Muldur — Amrabat, Fred — En-Nesyri, Tadic, Saint-Maximin — Dzeko
Injured: Oosterwolde, Under, Yuksek, Osayi-Samuel, Egribaya
Suspended: None
Manchester United’s injury issues are also increasing; Bruno Fernandes is suspended following a red card in the match against Porto. Mason Mount is a potential substitute in attacking midfield, yet remains uncertain due to an injury.
Leny Yoro, Luke Shaw, and Tyrell Malacia are on long-term injury lists, and it appears too soon for Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo to return. Summer acquisition Manuel Ugarte may feature in the midfield.
In attack, Ten Hag will choose between Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, likely favoring Hojlund after a good performance against Brentford.
Man United predicted lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left): Onana (GK) — Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez, Dalot — Ugarte, Casemiro — Rashford, Eriksen, Garnacho — Hojlund
Injured: Shaw, Mainoo, Maguire, Malacia, Yoro
Suspended: Fernandes
Fenerbahce vs. Man United live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to tune in to this Champions League match across various global regions:
| Region | TV | Streaming |
| USA | — | Paramount+, TUDN USA |
| Canada | — | DAZN |
| UK | TNT Sports 2 | discovery+ |
| Australia | — | Stan Sport |
| India | Sony Ten 2 | Sony LIV, JioTV |
