{"id":1434567,"date":"2026-02-24T11:07:04","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T11:07:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1434567"},"modified":"2026-02-24T11:07:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T11:07:07","slug":"match-preview-nottingham-forest-vs-fenerbahce-26-02-26-europa-league","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-nottingham-forest-vs-fenerbahce-26-02-26-europa-league\/","title":{"rendered":"Nottingham Forest vs Fenerbah\u00e7e: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Nottingham Forest<\/a> host Fenerbah\u00e7e in a Europa League<\/a> clash where recent form and an emphatic away win in the previous meeting set the stage for a compelling encounter. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Forest\u2019s blend of defensive solidity and attacking efficiency puts pressure on an inconsistent Fenerbah\u00e7e outfit, with both teams looking to advance into the next round. Kick-off is set for 20:00 on Thursday at the City Ground, where Forest hope to replicate their dominant 3-0 win from just days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on the underlying numbers and recent trends, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in backing Nottingham Forest to win, given their attacking conversion rate and defensive record, while also highlighting a strong case for goals in this fixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Nottingham Forest to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(57.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nForest have scored 18 goals from 18.49 xG, showing clinical finishing, and have already beaten Fenerbah\u00e7e 3-0 away. Their five clean sheets and high pass accuracy (85.7%) underline their control and quality in both boxes.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Over 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/5 @ Betfred<\/a>
(55.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBoth sides create chances\u2014Forest average 18.9 shots per game and Fenerbah\u00e7e 15.9, with 44 clear-cut opportunities between them this term. Their last meeting produced three goals, and the underlying stats suggest more could follow.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Nottingham Forest enjoyed the better group stage campaign but only finished two points above Fenerbahce. The English side were much better in the first half though, winning 3-0 and giving them a big edge when it comes to this second leg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Nottingham Forest<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n+8<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Fenerbah\u00e7e<\/td>\n19<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n+3<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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