Fenerbahçe and Liverpool set for Champions League meeting

Fenerbahçe were scheduled to host Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League on November 4 at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium in Istanbul, with the clubs entering the match on sharply different records after three league-phase games. The pre-match reports did not establish a result. Liverpool had won all three of their opening matches and held nine points, while Fenerbahçe had two points from two draws and a loss. The fixture was scheduled to begin at 12:45 p.m. ET. Fenerbahçe were 31st in the 36-team standings, according to reports, and Liverpool were third. The contrasting starts gave the match different implications for each side. Fenerbahçe were seeking their first win in the competition and points to improve their position in the league phase. Liverpool were aiming to extend their perfect start and strengthen their position among the leading teams. Previews described Fenerbahçe as having drawn with Roma and Slavia Prague, with a 6-0 defeat away to Aston Villa between those results. Liverpool’s wins included a 2-1 result against Atlético Madrid, a 6-3 victory over LASK and a 4-3 win over Villarreal. The reports said Liverpool had scored 12 goals across their three matches. The...