Jason Collins
Dailysports's expert
Fenerbahçe
Real Madrid
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On February 6, two EuroLeague powerhouses, Fenerbahçe and Real Madrid, will clash in a high-stakes battle. Here’s our detailed prediction for the game.
Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe is having a strong EuroLeague campaign, currently sitting second in the standings with a 16-8 record, just one win behind the league leader. In their last game, they suffered a narrow 90-91 away loss to Panathinaikos, which ended their six-game winning streak in the tournament. Domestically, they are dominant, leading the Turkish league with a 16-1 record. The team will be missing two key players due to injuries ahead of this matchup.
Real Madrid
It has been a challenging season for the Spanish giants, as they have struggled with consistency. With a 13-12 record, they are currently 10th in the EuroLeague standings, meaning every game is crucial for their playoff hopes.In their last EuroLeague game, they lost 73-79 on the road to Anadolu Efes, blowing a fourth-quarter lead.This defeat marked Real Madrid’s third loss in their last four EuroLeague games.Domestically, however, they remain strong, leading the Spanish league with a 15-4 record. Just like Fenerbahçe, Real Madrid will also be missing two players due to injuries.
Match Facts
- Fenerbahçe home record: 8 wins, 4 losses in EuroLeague home games.
- Real Madrid away record: 4 wins, 8 losses in EuroLeague away games.
Betting odds: Fenerbahçe – 1.48, Real Madrid – 2.74.
Key player
Nigel Hayes (Fenerbahçe) is expected to be a decisive factor.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
In the first-round meeting, Fenerbahçe defeated Real Madrid 82-70 on the road.
Prediction
Despite their desperate need for a win, Real Madrid enters as the underdog, given their poor form and away struggles. Meanwhile, Fenerbahçe is in better shape, and their odds continue to shorten, signaling confidence in their ability to win.Considering both teams’ offensive potential, we expect a high-scoring game. Betting pick: Over 164.5 total points.
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