AS Roma vs Fenerbahçe: Predicted Lineup and Team Updates for UEFA Champions League Clash
AS Roma and Fenerbahçe Return to UEFA Champions League Action
After a long break, AS Roma and Fenerbahçe meet for their first UEFA Champions League game of the season on Thursday at Istanbul's Chobani Stadyumu.
AS Roma's Current Form and Squad Status
AS Roma travel to Istanbul in excellent shape, riding a wave of victories in Serie A under coach Gian Piero Gasperini. They top the Serie A standings after winning all three opening matches. Their campaign started with dominant 4-0 wins over Fiorentina and Lecce, followed by a narrow 2-1 victory against Atalanta last weekend, keeping their perfect record intact.
Team News for AS Roma
The Italian side arrives with strong momentum and a largely fit squad. The only major concern is captain Lorenzo Pellegrini, who remains sidelined due to a thigh injury. Apart from Pellegrini, Gasperini has nearly all players available, allowing him to field a powerful attacking lineup.
The frontline will likely feature the in-form striker Donyell Malen and key player Paulo Dybala, both fully fit and expected to lead the attack. Additionally, Matias Soulé and full-back Nahuel Molina are anticipated to start.
Predicted AS Roma Starting XI
- Goalkeeper: Svilar
- Defenders: Mancini, Ndicka, Hermoso
- Midfielders: Molina, Cristante, Kone, Wesley
- Forwards: Dybala, Soulé, Malen
Match Details
- Date and Time: Thursday, 10th September, 5:45pm BST
- Venue: Chobani Stadyumu, Istanbul
- Broadcast: Live in the UK on TNT Sports 2
