Brann vs Fenerbahce: Europa League showdown – kick-off time, TV channel, probable line-ups

Fenerbahce travel to Norway for one of their most important nights in the UEFA Europa League league phase. The Turkish giants face SK Brann away from home on Matchday 6, with both sides level on points and fighting to secure a place in the top 24 of the new-format table.

Kick-off time and venue

Brann vs Fenerbahce will be played on Thursday, 11 December 2025 at Brann Stadion in Bergen, Norway. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 UTC, which corresponds to 23:00 in Türkiye.

How to watch Brann vs Fenerbahce on TV

In Türkiye, the match will be broadcast live and free-to-air on TRT 1, with additional streaming options available on tabii. Fans in other countries will need to check their local Europa League rights holders or live streaming platforms, as coverage varies by region.

Why this game matters

Under the new league-phase format of the Europa League, every point counts. Brann and Fenerbahce come into this game with 8 points each, sitting around the top-24 cut-off that determines who advances to the knockout stage. A win would be a massive step towards qualification, while a defeat could leave the loser dependent on other results on the final matchday.

For Fenerbahce, this is not only about mathematics but also about momentum. A strong performance in Bergen would boost confidence at home and send a message to the rest of Europe that the Yellow-Navy Blues are serious contenders this season.

Probable line-ups

These XIs are based on Turkish and Norwegian press reports ahead of the game and may change after the official team sheets are announced.

Brann (probable XI)
Dyngeland; De Roeve, Knudsen, Dragsnes; Kornvig, Sørensen, Gudmundsson; Mathisen, Holm, Finne

Fenerbahce (probable XI)
Ederson; Mert Müldür, Skriniar, Oosterwolde (or Yiğit Efe), Levent; Fred, Ismail; Nene, Kerem, Talisca; En-Nesyri

Fenerbahce’s coaching staff are expected to rely on the creativity of Talisca and Kerem behind En-Nesyri, while Fred and Ismail provide balance in midfield. Brann, on the other hand, will look to their high energy in transition and the finishing of Finne to hurt the visitors, especially in front of a loud home crowd.

Key tactical battles

• Tempo vs. control: Brann thrive in a high-tempo, direct style, especially at home, whereas Fenerbahce will try to slow the game down, dominate possession and pick their moments.
• Set pieces: Both teams have strong aerial options. Corners and free-kicks around the box could decide the match if open-play chances are limited by the cold and possibly slippery conditions in Bergen.
• First goal advantage: If Brann score first, their pressing game and crowd energy tend to increase. If Fenerbahce take the lead, their experience in managing European away nights could be decisive.

Whatever the result, Brann vs Fenerbahce already looks like one of the standout fixtures of this Europa League matchday. For the Turkish side, coming back from Norway with three points would mean a huge step towards the knockouts – and a memorable European night for their supporters.