Zenit to Face Fenerbahce in Istanbul Tonight

Russian Premier League leaders Zenit Saint Petersburg will be looking to extend their unbeaten run to six matches when they take on Fenerbahce in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday.

The match will be played at the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey, and will kick off at 6:45 p.m. local time (3:45 p.m. GMT).

Zenit are currently top of the Russian Premier League table, with 34 points from 15 matches.

They have won their last five matches in all competitions, including a 2-0 victory over Spartak Moscow in the Russian Cup last weekend.

Fenerbahce are currently third in the Turkish Süper Lig, with 28 points from 15 matches.

They have won their last two matches in all competitions, including a 2-1 victory over Kasımpaşa in the Süper Lig last weekend.

This will be the first meeting between Zenit and Fenerbahce in European competition.

Zenit will be looking to make a strong start to their Europa League campaign, while Fenerbahce will be looking to build on their recent good form.

The match is likely to be a close and competitive affair, with both teams having a chance of winning.