Kick-off on February 19, 2026, at 19:45.

As part of the UEFA Europa League, the first leg of the playoff match between Fenerbahce and Nottingham Forest will take place at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium in Istanbul. This confrontation will be one of the most intriguing in the playoff round, where the Turkish club will try to use the fierce support of its stands to create a comfortable advantage. The English side, in turn, plans to counter the host's pressure with disciplined defensive play.

Fenerbahce is having an impressive season in its national championship, being the only club in its league that has yet to suffer a single defeat. It is engaged in a tense struggle for the championship title, sitting among the group of leaders and demonstrating exceptional stability in all areas. In the Europa League, the Turkish giant successfully navigated the league stage, confirming its ambitions on the international stage. The host aims to dominate from the first minutes of the meeting, relying on a balanced roster and high-quality conversion of chances, especially in home matches.

Watch the Fenerbahce — Nottingham Forest match on 19.02.2026 online on MEGOGO.

Nottingham Forest approaches the resumption of the European campaign on the back of a successful series of matches, which allowed it to strengthen its position in the English Championship. In the Europa League, the English club finished thirteenth in the overall table, earning fourteen points and securing its place in the playoff stage. In Istanbul, the visitor will likely choose a pragmatic tactic, trying to play as reliably as possible at its own goal and waiting for a chance for a productive counterattack.

Watch the broadcast of the Fenerbahce — Nottingham Forest match on 19.02.2026 online on MEGOGO.