AS Roma vs Fenerbahçe: Predicted Lineup and Team Updates for Champions League Clash
AS Roma and Fenerbahçe Return to UEFA Champions League
After a long break, AS Roma and Fenerbahçe are back in the UEFA Champions League, facing off in their first group-stage match of the season. The game is set for Thursday at Istanbul’s Chobani Stadyumu.
AS Roma's Current Form and Squad Status
AS Roma arrive in Istanbul in excellent shape, riding high on a series of wins in Serie A under manager Gian Piero Gasperini. The team leads the Serie A table, having secured victories in all three opening league games. They started with emphatic 4-0 wins against both Fiorentina and Lecce, followed by a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Atalanta last weekend, maintaining a perfect record so far.
Team News for AS Roma
The Italian side faces this Champions League opener with strong momentum and a largely healthy squad. Coach Gasperini has only one major injury concern: captain Lorenzo Pellegrini remains sidelined due to a persistent thigh issue and will not travel with the team.
Beyond Pellegrini’s absence, Roma can count on a near-complete squad, allowing the coach to field a powerful attacking lineup. Leading the offense are the in-form striker Donyell Malen and key playmaker Paulo Dybala, both fully fit and expected to start.
Additionally, Matias Soulé and full-back Nahuel Molina are anticipated to feature in the starting eleven.
Predicted Starting XI for AS Roma
- Goalkeeper: Svilar
- Defenders: Mancini, Ndicka, Hermoso
- Midfielders: Molina, Cristante, Kone, Wesley
- Forwards: Dybala, Soule, Malen
Match Details
The kickoff is scheduled for 5:45pm BST on Thursday, 10th September.
How to Watch
The live broadcast of Fenerbahçe SK vs AS Roma will be available in the UK on TNT Sports 2.
