Will Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce triumph over Portuguese giants Benfica? The Turkish club are 3/1 underdogs with Sky Bet ahead of their preseason friendly in Lisbon
Mourinho, who famously won the Champions League with Benfica's rivals Porto in 2004, will be eager to launch another title charge in the Turkish top flight this season after falling short to Galatasaray last campaign.
Fenerbahce have enjoyed a strong preseason so far, beating Portimonense, UD Leiria and Al-Ittihad 2-1, 2-0 and 4-0 respectively.
Yet despite their firm form, the Turkish club will head into their clash with Benfica as 10/3 outsiders, according to Sky Bet.
The bookies have given Benfica odds of 7/10 to prevail in Lisbon, making them firm favourites.
Meanwhile, a draw comes in with odds of 3/1.
Sky Bet odds for Benfica vs Fenerbahce
Benfica to win - 7/10
Fenerbahce to win - 10/3
Draw - 3/1
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