Match report

FCSB Stuns Fenerbahçe with 1-1 Draw in Europa League

FCSB
FCSB
1–1
FT
Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe
Jan 29, 2026

FCSB managed to secure an impressive 1-1 draw against Fenerbahçe in their UEFA Europa League encounter. The match was characterized by defensive solidity from both sides until I. Yuksek gave Fenerbahçe the lead with a goal at minute 19. However, J. Cisotti's equalizer for FCSB at minute 71 marked a significant turning point and showcased the team's determination.

Key Facts

  • • Final score: FCSB 1–1 Fenerbahçe
  • • Goal by I. Yuksek (Fenerbahçe) at minute 19
  • • Equalizing goal by J. Cisotti (FCSB) at minute 71
  • • Multiple substitutions from both teams, notably Dennis Politic and D. Miculescu for FCSB
  • • Yellow cards were issued to players including I. Yuksek, Ederson Moraes, Fred, and J. Cisotti

Lineups

FCSB

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 32 S. Tarnovanu (G)
  • 28 A. Pantea (D)
  • 30 S. Ngezana (D)
  • 4 D. Graovac (D)
  • 33 R. Radunovic (D)
  • 16 M. Lixandru (M)
  • 42 B. Alhassan (M)
  • 11 D. Miculescu (M)
  • 27 D. Olaru (M)
  • 20 D. Politic (M)
  • 93 M. Thiam (F)

Substitutes

  • 34 M. Udrea
  • 38 L. Zima
  • 2 V. Cretu
  • 5 J. Dawa
  • 6 A. Dancus
  • 12 D. Kiki
  • 22 M. Toma
  • 31 J. Cisotti
  • 37 O. Popescu

Fenerbahçe

Formation: 4-3-3

Starting XI

  • 31 Ederson (G)
  • 27 N. Semedo (D)
  • 4 C. Soyuncu (D)
  • 24 J. Oosterwolde (D)
  • 18 M. Muldur (D)
  • 94 Talisca (M)
  • 5 I. Yuksek (M)
  • 7 Fred (M)
  • 45 D. Nene (F)
  • 19 Y. En Nesyri (F)
  • 9 K. Akturkoglu (F)

Substitutes

  • 13 T. Cetin
  • 14 Y. E. Demir
  • 70 O. Aydin
  • 21 M. Asensio
  • 67 K. Uregen
  • 54 A. Ekici
  • 39 E. Biterge

Timeline

  1. Fenerbahçe
    19' Fenerbahçe Goal · Normal Goal
    I. Yuksek · Assist: K. Akturkoglu
  2. Fenerbahçe
    28' Fenerbahçe Card · Yellow Card
    I. Yuksek

    Foul

  3. FCSB
    46' FCSB subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Dennis Politic · On: J. Cisotti
  4. FCSB
    46' FCSB subst · Substitution 2
    Off: D. Miculescu · On: O. Popescu
  5. Fenerbahçe
    62' Fenerbahçe subst · Substitution 1
    Off: I. Yuksek · On: Y. E. Demir
  6. FCSB
    66' FCSB subst · Substitution 3
    Off: D. Olaru · On: M. Toma
  7. FCSB
    70' FCSB subst · Substitution 4
    Off: Alexandru Pantea · On: Valentin Crețu
  8. Fenerbahçe
    70' Fenerbahçe subst · Substitution 2
    Off: D. Nene · On: O. Aydin
  9. Fenerbahçe
    70' Fenerbahçe subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Talisca · On: M. Asensio
  10. FCSB
    71' FCSB Goal · Normal Goal
    J. Cisotti · Assist: R. Radunovic
  11. Fenerbahçe
    78' Fenerbahçe Card · Yellow Card
    Ederson Moraes

    Argument

  12. Fenerbahçe
    86' Fenerbahçe Card · Yellow Card
    Fred

    Foul

  13. FCSB
    89' FCSB Card · Yellow Card
    J. Cisotti

    Foul

Match Stats

Stat FCSB Fenerbahçe
Fouls 11 11
Pass Accuracy 74% 85%
Offsides 1 3
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 15 17
Corners 7 5
Total Passes 306 621
Yellow Cards 1 3
Blocked Shots 2 1
Shots on Target 8 8
xG 1.77 1.54
Shots off Target 5 8
Possession 34% 66%
Goals Prevented 1 1
Accurate Passes 226 528
Shots Inside Box 14 11
Saves 8 7
Shots Outside Box 1 6

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ The early goal by I. Yuksek at minute 19 put pressure on FCSB but they responded with a tactical substitution, bringing in Dennis Politic for J. Cisotti.
  • ▸ J. Cisotti's equalizer at minute 71 shifted the momentum back to FCSB, providing them with renewed confidence and a fighting spirit that lasted until the final whistle.