LIVE BLOG: Fenerbahçe vs Liverpool | UEFA Champions League
A familiar face from Anfield is preparing for a special night in Istanbul, where the Reds will look to extend their perfect Champions League run against a team desperate for points.
Dirk Kuyt | 4-3-3 Formation
- Goalkeeper: Ederson.
- Defenders: Nélson Semedo, Milan Škriniar, Kojo Oppong and Archie Brown.
- Midfielders: Mattéo Guendouzi, N'Golo Kanté and İsmail Yüksek.
- Forwards: Mason Greenwood, İrfan Can Kahveci and Romelu Lukaku.
🔴 LIVERPOOL
Andoni Iraola | 4-2-3-1 Formation
- Goalkeeper: Alisson Becker.
- Defenders: Joe Gomez, Jérémy Jacquet, Virgil van Dijk and Kostas Tsimikas.
- Midfielders: Alexis Mac Allister and Trey Nyoni.
- Attacking midfielders: Víctor Muñoz, Dominik Szoboszlai and Rio Ngumoha.
- Forward: Bradley Barcola.
🏟️ KICKOFF!
Fenerbahçe host the Reds on Matchday 4 of the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League League Phase. The atmosphere inside the stadium is electric, with the home supporters hoping for a historic European night.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
⚡ 2' Liverpool start on the front foot!
The Reds look to take control from the opening minutes. Bradley Barcola tries to find space in attack, while the Turkish defense remains alert.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
🧤 3' Víctor Muñoz gets involved!
The Spanish winger attempts to make an early impact with two shots inside the box. The first comes after a cross from Kostas Tsimikas, while the second follows a defensive clearance. Fenerbahçe's defenders block both attempts, and Liverpool win a corner.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
🔥 5' Fenerbahçe look to build from the back
N'Golo Kanté drops deeper to help his team play out from the back. Liverpool are not pressing aggressively, allowing the hosts to enjoy their first extended spell of possession.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
🛡️ 6' Kanté makes a crucial defensive intervention!
The French midfielder produces an excellent challenge to stop Bradley Barcola from breaking through and going one-on-one with Ederson. Liverpool recover possession and look to build patiently.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
💥 8' Tempers flare!
A strong collision between Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister and Fenerbahçe's Mason Greenwood leaves the Argentine midfielder on the ground after taking a blow to the head. He receives attention as emotions begin to rise inside the Yellow Canaries' home stadium.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
⚽ 10' Liverpool dominate possession
The Reds control the ball and patiently build their attacks. Víctor Muñoz has already registered two shots inside the penalty area, although neither has resulted in a goal.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
🚀 11' What a run from Ngumoha!
Liverpool's young academy product produces a brilliant individual move. He gets past two opponents down the left flank, cuts inside to beat a third defender and draws a foul from a fourth. The Reds have a dangerous opportunity to open the scoring.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
🧱 12' Szoboszlai hits the wall!
The Hungarian midfielder takes a dangerous free kick, but his effort strikes the defensive wall. The rebound eventually goes out of play for a goal kick, allowing Ederson to prepare the restart.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
😱 16' A scare for Liverpool
Kostas Tsimikas loses possession under pressure from Romelu Lukaku. N'Golo Kanté tries to capitalize, but the play is stopped for a previous foul by the Belgian striker on Virgil van Dijk. Liverpool breathe a sigh of relief.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
🔴 18' Szoboszlai creates danger
The Hungarian midfielder drifts toward the flank and finds space between Fenerbahçe's lines. His involvement earns Liverpool another corner kick.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
⚔️ 19' Liverpool look to exploit the space in behind
The Reds are struggling to find a clear attacking reference point. Andoni Iraola's side try to use their forwards' pace and dribbling ability to break through the Turkish defense.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
🛡️ 22' Tsimikas prevents a Fenerbahçe goal!
A superb switch of play finds Mason Greenwood, who gets into the penalty area and prepares to attack. However, Kostas Tsimikas makes a timely intervention to prevent the Turkish side from taking the lead.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-0 Liverpool
⚽ 24' LIVERPOOL GOAL! TREY NYONI!
The Reds break the deadlock! Dominik Szoboszlai sends the ball into the box looking for Virgil van Dijk. Fenerbahçe clear the initial delivery, but the ball falls to Trey Nyoni on the edge of the area. The young midfielder connects with a first-time volley and beats Ederson.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-1 Liverpool
😱 26' OFF THE CROSSBAR! Fenerbahçe come close to equalizing!
İrfan Can Kahveci gets on the end of a cross from the flank and fires a shot that crashes against the crossbar. The Yellow Canaries draw energy from their home crowd and the spaces Liverpool are leaving behind.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-1 Liverpool
🟨 27' Dangerous free kick for Fenerbahçe!
Dominik Szoboszlai commits a foul on N'Golo Kanté just outside the penalty area. The Turkish side have a great opportunity to get back on level terms.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 0-1 Liverpool
⚽ 28' FENERBAHÇE GOAL! MASON GREENWOOD!
The Yellow Canaries are level! Greenwood takes the free kick and sends the ball toward goal. Jérémy Jacquet creates a gap in Liverpool's wall and inadvertently redirects the shot into his own net, leaving Alisson Becker with no chance.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🔥 30' Liverpool respond
The Reds regain control and push Fenerbahçe deep into their own half. Andoni Iraola's side look to restore their lead after the hosts' equalizer.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
💪 31' Lukaku tries his luck down the flank
The Belgian striker attempts to create danger with a cross from the wing, but the ball goes out of play. Fenerbahçe continue looking for spaces in Liverpool's defense.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🟡 32' Ngumoha fouls Greenwood
Liverpool's young attacker commits a foul on Mason Greenwood, who is becoming a real problem for the Reds' defense. The Turkish side are growing into the game with every passing minute.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🛡️ 34' Van Dijk vs. Lukaku
The Belgian striker tries to use his physical strength against the Dutch defender, but Virgil van Dijk wins the duels and prevents him from advancing. Liverpool retain possession.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🚀 35' Great run from Víctor Muñoz!
The Spanish winger bursts down the right flank and creates danger for the Reds. Fenerbahçe's defense steps in and sends the ball out for a corner.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🟨 36' Archie Brown booked for Fenerbahçe
The Fenerbahçe defender becomes the first player to receive a yellow card after repeatedly protesting. Liverpool are pushing forward, with two corners and a dangerous attempt from Bradley Barcola.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
😱 37' Barcola comes close to scoring!
Víctor Muñoz delivers a cross from the flank, and Bradley Barcola connects with a header. His effort flashes just wide of the right post of Ederson's goal. Liverpool come within inches of regaining the lead!
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🎯 38' Greenwood goes close!
The Englishman receives the ball on the edge of the box, takes a touch and fires a low shot that narrowly misses Alisson's right post. Fenerbahçe are looking to capitalize on their momentum.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
⚔️ 40' Liverpool search for a second goal
Trey Nyoni makes an important intervention to win the ball back and prevent Fenerbahçe from advancing. The Reds earn another corner and maintain their attacking pressure.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
💥 41' Yüksek fires over the bar!
The Fenerbahçe midfielder tries his luck from outside the box, but his effort sails well over Alisson's goal.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🧤 44' Brilliant save by Alisson Becker!
Liverpool survive! Mason Greenwood leads the counterattack and fires a low, angled shot from the edge of the penalty area. The Brazilian goalkeeper reacts brilliantly to turn the ball behind for a corner.
Score: 1st Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
⏱️ HALF-TIME!
An entertaining opening 45 minutes comes to an end. Liverpool struck first through Trey Nyoni, but the Yellow Canaries fought back to equalize, inspired by their home crowd and an outstanding performance from Mason Greenwood.
Score: HT | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🔥 SECOND HALF KICKS OFF!
The Yellow Canaries want to make home advantage count and claim all three points, while the Reds are looking for a positive result. Will the game remain level, or will one side find a winner?
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
⚡ 46' Ngumoha looks for Víctor Muñoz
Liverpool's winger attempts to deliver a cross from the flank for the Spanish attacker, but the ball travels too far and the Turkish defense regains possession.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🛡️ 47' Brown prevents the danger!
Archie Brown steps in at the right moment to stop Víctor Muñoz, who was looking to accelerate down the flank. Fenerbahçe prevent a dangerous Liverpool attack.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🚀 49' Ngumoha turns on the style!
Liverpool's young attacker beats two defenders before firing a low, angled shot. Ederson reacts well, gets in the way and concedes a corner.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🧤 50' Víctor Muñoz has a go!
The Spanish winger receives the ball on the edge of the box and attempts a shot, but Kojo Oppong gets across to block the effort and send the ball behind for a corner.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🎯 51' Mac Allister heads toward goal
The Argentine connects with a header following a cross from Kostas Tsimikas, but his effort lacks power and Ederson gathers comfortably.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🧤 53' Ederson deals with the danger
Dominik Szoboszlai delivers a free kick from the flank, but the Brazilian goalkeeper comes off his line and claims the ball. Liverpool have started the second half with greater intensity and are looking to take the lead again.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
💥 54' Greenwood catches Mac Allister
The Englishman goes in strongly on Alexis Mac Allister, leaving the Argentine midfielder on the ground holding his abdomen. Mac Allister receives treatment, but no yellow card is shown.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🧤 56' Outstanding save by Ederson!
Bradley Barcola gets a shot away from inside the box, trying to beat the goalkeeper at his near post. Ederson stays alert, makes the save and pushes the ball behind for a corner.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🧤 57' Ederson keeps Fenerbahçe in the game!
Virgil van Dijk connects with a header from a corner, but the effort is too central. Ederson reacts well to deny Liverpool once again. The Brazilian goalkeeper is proving crucial for the Turkish side.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
😱 59' Brown almost catches Liverpool off guard!
Víctor Muñoz makes a mistake while attempting to clear the ball, allowing Archie Brown to connect with a left-footed volley. The effort creates danger, and Fenerbahçe win a corner.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🔴 60' Joe Gomez tries from distance
The English defender attempts a shot from outside the box, but the ball sails well wide. Liverpool are looking to regain control of the match.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
⚡ 61' Ngumoha is causing all sorts of problems!
Liverpool's young star gets past two defenders and plays the ball out to Víctor Muñoz. The Spaniard cuts inside and shoots with his left foot, but the Turkish defense manages to block the attempt and concede another corner.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🔄 62' Romelu Lukaku substituted
Fenerbahçe take off their experienced Belgian striker, with Vedat Muriqi coming on to replace him.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🧤 64' Muriqi makes an immediate impact!
The Kosovan striker receives a through ball from Mason Greenwood and fires a shot that Ederson manages to save. The Brazilian goalkeeper pushes the ball behind for a corner.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
🔄 65' Triple substitution for Liverpool!
Andoni Iraola reshuffles his attack and brings fresh legs into the team. Joe Gomez, Víctor Muñoz and Rio Ngumoha make way for Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Liverpool
⚽ 68' LIVERPOOL GOAL! ALEXANDER ISAK!
He scores with his first touch! The Swedish striker, who has just come off the bench, rises to head home a floated cross from the right by Cody Gakpo. Andoni Iraola's substitutions pay immediate dividends as the Reds regain the lead.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-2 Liverpool
🎯 71' Liverpool look to extend their lead
The Reds put together an excellent attacking move. Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak combine in the build-up, but Bradley Barcola fails to control the ball properly, and the move ends with a goal kick.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 1-2 Liverpool
⚽ 73' FENERBAHÇE GOAL! ARCHIE BROWN!
The Yellow Canaries are level again! A cleverly executed corner routine catches Liverpool off guard. Mason Greenwood quickly takes the corner short, finding N'Golo Kanté, who delivers a cross from the edge of the area. Cody Gakpo inadvertently redirects the ball into Archie Brown's path, and the defender makes no mistake from close range.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 2-2 Liverpool
🔄 75' Double substitution for Fenerbahçe
Dirk Kuyt makes two changes as he looks to push for the lead. İrfan Can Kahveci and Nélson Semedo come off, with Kerem Aktürkoğlu and Mert Müldür entering the game.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 2-2 Liverpool
🔄 76' Liverpool make another change
Kostas Tsimikas is replaced by Milos Kerkez. Andoni Iraola looks to refresh his defense for the closing stages.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 2-2 Liverpool
⚽ 79' FENERBAHÇE GOAL! VEDAT MURIQI!
The Kosovan striker rises like a giant! Muriqi powers home a tremendous header between three defenders after connecting with a cross from the right. He directs the ball down and beats Alisson Becker to complete Fenerbahçe's comeback.
The Yellow Canaries are in front!
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
🔥 81' Fenerbahçe look to seal the victory!
The Turkish side remain on the front foot and look to exploit the spaces Liverpool are leaving behind as the Reds push forward in search of an equalizer.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
🧤 83' Gakpo tries his luck!
The Dutch forward unleashes a powerful shot from outside the box, but the ball flies just over the crossbar. Liverpool are trying to mount a response.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
🟨 85' Alexis Mac Allister booked
The Argentine midfielder receives a yellow card for a foul. Liverpool need to respond quickly if they want to avoid another defeat.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
🔄 85' Liverpool make another substitution
Trey Nyoni makes way for Lewis Koumas in the closing minutes. Andoni Iraola uses his remaining options as the Reds chase an equalizer.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
😱 87' Greenwood continues to cause problems!
The Englishman is enjoying an outstanding performance. He continues to link up with his teammates and create danger whenever he gets on the ball. Fenerbahçe are determined to protect their lead.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
🧤 88' Ederson makes another save!
Virgil van Dijk gets his head to the ball, but his effort is too central, allowing the Brazilian goalkeeper to collect it comfortably.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
⏱️ 90' Three minutes of added time!
The referee signals three minutes of stoppage time. Liverpool throw players forward in search of an equalizer, while Fenerbahçe desperately defend their advantage.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
😱 90+1' Guendouzi misses a golden opportunity to make it four!
An incredible chance to put the game beyond doubt! The French midfielder finds himself almost alone in front of an unguarded goal, but his shot goes wide. Liverpool still have time to launch one final attack.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
🛡️ 90+2' Liverpool push for a late equalizer!
The Reds apply pressure in the final third, but Fenerbahçe's defense manages to clear the ball and relieve the danger.
Score: 2nd Half | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
🏆 FULL-TIME!
A historic victory for Fenerbahçe! The Yellow Canaries end Liverpool's unbeaten run in this season's Champions League and secure a win they had not achieved in the competition since 2008.
Vedat Muriqi is the hero of the night, while the Reds suffer a painful defeat. The atmosphere inside the stadium proved overwhelming for the English giants!
⏱️ Final Score | Fenerbahçe 3-2 Liverpool
