Overview
Fenerbahçe hosts AS Roma in a cup tie with no direct head-to-head history. Fenerbahçe sits 11th in the competition with 0 points, while Roma is 28th, also pointless. Roma’s recent form is impressive with 2 wins and 4 goals scored per game this season, albeit from only 2 matches. Fenerbahçe’s 6-game sample shows decent defensive solidity with 0.5 goals conceded per game but a lower scoring rate of 1.33 goals per game.
Form & xG
Roma’s xG is 3.21 per game with 0.55 conceded, indicating strong attacking and defensive quality in their 2 games. Fenerbahçe’s xG data is not available this season, but last season they averaged 1.5 scored and 1.3 conceded per game in 4 matches. Roma’s 100% clean sheet rate contrasts with Fenerbahçe’s 50% clean sheets and 50% BTTS rate this season, suggesting Roma’s defense is in better shape early on.
Team news & key players
Fenerbahçe’s top form players include Talisca (4 goals, 4.37 shots/90) and Greenwood (2 goals, 2.2 shots/90). Defensively, Škriniar leads with 3.55 tackles/90 and 7.4 rating. Roma’s Paulo Dybala stands out with 3 assists, 3.31 shots/90 and 3.87 key passes/90, while defenders Mancini and Hermoso maintain high tackling rates (1.94 and 4.39 tackles/90 respectively). Roma’s strong defensive and creative stats are key.
Stats & betting angles
Roma’s 100% clean sheets and 100% Over 2.5 goals contrast with Fenerbahçe’s 50% clean sheets and only 17% Over 2.5. Roma’s possession at 62.5% and 16 shots per game versus Fenerbahçe’s 57.7% and 14.2 shots suggest control. Fenerbahçe’s corner average is 6 per game, more than Roma’s 1.5, potentially aiding set-piece threat. BTTS probability leans toward Yes given Fenerbahçe’s 50% rate and Roma’s attacking output.
Verdict
Roma’s early season dominance in xG (3.21 vs 0.55 conceded) and clean sheets, combined with Dybala’s creative influence, gives them an edge. Fenerbahçe’s strong home form and set-piece threat could yield a goal, but Roma’s defensive solidity and attacking prowess make them favorites. Expect a competitive match with goals at both ends, likely ending 2-1 to Roma.










































































































