Mourinho’s Fenerbahce narrowly escape Europa League elimination after draw against Midtjylland
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Mourinho’s Fenerbahce narrowly escape Europa League elimination after draw against Midtjylland

Stephen Oladehinde 23:07 - 30.01.2025

Fenerbahce qualified for the UEFA Europa League playoff following their draw against Midtjylland.

Jose Mourinho's men needed a result in their last game to get a chance of booking a place in the round of 16 through the playoffs.

However, they almost crashed out of the competition after playing a 2-2 draw against Midtjylland.

As it happened

Super Eagles star Bright Osayi was left out of the squad following a two-yellow card suspension. Dzeko, Tadic and El-Nesyri led the attack for Mourinho.

The home side counted on their early dominance and got the first goal through a header from Ousmane Diao.

However, just before halftime, the visitors equalised from Youssef En Nesyri’s goal to restore parity.

Youssef En Nesyri scores for Fenerbahce || Imago
Youssef En Nesyri scores for Fenerbahce || Imago

Entering into the second half, Fenerbahce’s striker Edin Dzeko gave Mourinho’s team a surprising lead.

Fenerbahce were heading for a win when the host got the equaliser from Valdemar Byskov inside the box.

The result saw Mourinho’s team narrowly seal a place in the playoffs after finishing 24th on the Europa League table.

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