Marco Asensio Misses Fenerbahçe’s Gaziantep FK Clash Due to Injury

Fenerbahçe will be without star midfielder Marco Asensio for their Türkiye Kupası quarter-final match against Gaziantep FK. The 30-year-old Spanish international was left out of the squad due to ongoing pain, according to reports on March 4, 2026.

Asensio’s Absence Adds to Fenerbahçe’s Injury List

Asensio joins a growing list of injured players for Fenerbahçe, including Milan Skriniar, Edson Alvarez, Anderson Talisca, Çağlar Söyüncü and Nelson Semedo. The team will be missing six key players for the match against Gaziantep FK.

Strong Season for Asensio Despite Setback

Despite this recent setback, Asensio has enjoyed a productive season with Fenerbahçe, contributing 13 goals and 11 assists in 33 appearances across all competitions. He has played a total of 2493 minutes for the club.

Adductor Muscle Fatigue Confirmed

Recent medical tests revealed adductor muscle fatigue, prompting the decision to rest Asensio and avoid risking further injury. The technical staff and medical team determined that it was best to allow the player to undergo active rest during this period. CNN Turk

Return to Squad Expected for Samsunspor Match

Fenerbahçe anticipates Asensio will be available for their upcoming Süper Lig match against Samsunspor. The club is taking a cautious approach to ensure his full recovery and prevent any long-term issues. CNN Turk

Fenerbahçe’s Cup Run

Fenerbahçe began their Türkiye Kupası campaign with a loss to Beşiktaş, but rebounded with victories over Beyoğlu Yeni Çarşı and Erzurumspor FK. Türkiye Gazetesi