Nottingham Forest x Fenerbahçe: where to watch live and lineups in the Europa League By Janderson Luiz
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Nottingham Forest faces Fenerbahçe this Thursday, February 26, 2026, at City Ground, at Nottingham, Inglaterra, in the return game of the UEFA playoffs Liga Europa 2025/26. The English arrive with a comfortable 3-0 lead obtained in the first game, in Istambul, and are looking to secure qualification for the round of 16. The confrontation starts at 8pm (Nottingham local time, equivalent to 5pm in Brasília time).
Coach Vítor Pereira leads Nottingham Forest in his new phase at the club and obtained an impressive result in the first leg, with goals from Murillo, Igor Jesus and Morgan Gibbs-White. The English team demonstrated offensive and defensive superiority, maintaining a clean sheet. Já Fenerbahçe, coached by Domenico Tedesco, needs an unlikely turnaround to advance, which requires at least three goals without conceding.
Referee Maurizio Mariani, from Itália, commands the match, assisted by VAR Marco Di Bello. The City Ground stadium, home of Nottingham Forest, should receive a good crowd to support the home team in their search for a place.
Probable lineups
The Nottingham Forest should maintain much of the base that won in the Turquia, with possible rotations to preserve energy. The likely formation is Ortega in goal; defense with Aina, Milenković, Murillo and Williams; midfield with Anderson and Sangaré; creation by Hutchinson, Gibbs-White and Hudson-Odoi; attack with Igor Jesus.
Fenerbahçe arrives with important absences, including suspensions and injuries. The expected lineup includes Çetin in goal; Semedo, Demir, Brown and Muldur in defense; middle with Guendouzi and Kanté; socks Asensio, Nene and Aktürkoğlu; attacker Cherif in front.
Where to watch live
The live broadcast of the game Nottingham Forest x Fenerbahçe takes place exclusively on CazéTV on YouTube, free of charge. Não is shown on open or closed TV channels on Brasil for this specific match. Plataformas international channels such as Paramount+ cover in some countries, but in Brazil the main option is streaming on YouTube.
Recent team performance
Nottingham Forest comes from mixed results in the Premier League, but maintains a good moment in European competitions. Nos last five games: defeat to Liverpool 1-0 away from home; goalless draw with Wolverhampton at home; 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace; 2-0 victory over Brentford away; and another previous positive result. The defense has been solid at home in Liga Europa.
Fenerbahçe alternates victories in the Turkish Super Lig, but suffered a heavy setback in the Europa. Nos last five games: 1-1 draw with Kasimpasa at home; 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest; 3-2 victory over Trabzonspor away; 3-1 victory against Gençlerbirliği at home; and another domestic cup triumph. The Turkish team is looking for recovery, but is facing difficulties in reversing the aggregate score.
Curiosities and history
This clash represents the second meeting between the teams, with Nottingham Forest winning the first 3-0. Não has an extensive history of direct duels. The winner advances to face the winner of Real Betis x Midtjylland in the round of 16. Nottingham Forest are looking for their first European knockout stage winning streak since the 1980s.
Weather forecast and tickets
The weather forecast in Nottingham for tonight indicates mild temperatures, around 8 to 10 degrees Celsius, with the possibility of light rain. The lawn at City Ground must be in good condition. Ingressos for the game are already sold out or in limited resale, with high demand due to home advantage and the appeal of European competition.
Guesses and analysis
Analysts point to clear favoritism for Nottingham Forest to at least not lose by three goals or more. The English team must control the pace and explore counterattacks. Fenerbahçe needs to take risks from the start, which can open up spaces. A draw or simple victory for the English classifies the team.
The game represents an opportunity for Nottingham Forest to consolidate Vítor Pereira’s good start in European command. The classification would place the English club among the top 16 in Liga Europa.
Top scorers and individual highlights
In the tournament, Igor Jesus has stood out as one of Nottingham Forest’s top scorers in the competition. Morgan Gibbs-White contributes with assists and decisive goals. Pelo Fenerbahçe, Marco Asensio add assists, while Kerem Aktürkoğlu offers speed in attack.
