😅 Fenerbahçe have a familiar face to thank for opening UEL goal
Fenerbahçe were in the driving seat heading into their return leg against Anderlecht, and doubled their advantage through a familiar face.
That came just minutes into the game, when an awful backpass was seized upon by Edin Dzeko, who in turn fed Youssef En-Nesyri to slot home.
The Moroccan, who is on a rich run of scoring form, made no mistake to grab his 18th goal in his last 14 games, including a week ago in the first leg.
Since then, the game has been interrupted due to fighting in the stands.
Can Anderlecht find a way back?
📸 BRUNO FAHY
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