Fenerbahçe defeats Liverpool as Reds blow two leads in Istanbul

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Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Fenerbahçe defeats Liverpool as Reds blow two leads in Istanbul
Summary

Fenerbahçe defeated Liverpool in a UEFA Champions League match on November 4, 2026, in Istanbul. Liverpool took the lead twice with goals from Trey Nyoni and Alexander Isak, but Fenerbahçe responded each time and ultimately won with a header from Vedat Muriqi in the closing minutes. The defeat marked the end of Liverpool's unbeaten streak in the tournament and highlighted ongoing defensive issues for the team. Liverpool's inability to maintain their leads led to scrutiny of their game management and organization on the field.

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  • •Trey Nyoni and Alexander Isak scored for Liverpool before Fenerbahçe equalized.
  • •Vedat Muriqi netted the winning goal for Fenerbahçe late in the match.
  • •This defeat marks the end of Liverpool's unbeaten Champions League streak.
  • •Liverpool's defense faced criticism for conceding two leads.
  • •Fenerbahçe's win came during their inaugural meeting with Liverpool.
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Liverpool twice led Fenerbahçe in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday in Türkiye, but failed to hold on as Vedat Muriqi headed home a late winner in Istanbul

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