Istanbul Basaksehir vs Fenerbahce: Prediction, Team News, and Lineups Revealed
Fenerbahce is set to face Istanbul Basaksehir at the Basaksehir Fatih Terim Stadium this Saturday. Both teams are looking to secure crucial points in the Turkish Super Lig standings. Fenerbahce aims to extend their unbeaten streak while maintaining pressure on league leaders Galatasaray.
Match Preview
Fenerbahce enters this match with a record of nine wins and five draws, making them the only unbeaten team in the league. With 32 points collected from 14 matches, they are just one point behind Galatasaray. Their recent performance is impressive, having accrued 13 points from their last five matches.
Last week, Fenerbahce played to a 1-1 draw in an intercontinental derby, courtesy of a stoppage-time goal from substitute Jhon Duran. Despite missing the chance to take the top position, their consistency reflects a robust campaign, especially after overcoming an early-season managerial change.
Istanbul Basaksehir’s Recent Form
On the other hand, Istanbul Basaksehir aims to build on last weekend’s 3-1 victory against Kasimpasa, which ended a two-match losing streak. Currently, they sit ninth in the league with 16 points, comprising four wins, four draws, and six losses. However, they are only four points above the relegation zone and trail by ten points from the fourth place that leads to European competition.
Basaksehir has struggled at home, winning just one out of six games at the Fatih Terim Stadium this season. This home form could pose a challenge against a strong side like Fenerbahce.
Team News
Injuries and suspensions may impact both squads:
- Basaksehir: Onur Bulut is doubtful due to an injury from the last match. Omer Ali Sahiner is expected to fill in for him.
- Jerome Opoku is suspended and Ousseynou Ba returns from suspension.
- Davie Selke is also suspended, with Nuno da Costa likely stepping into the frontline.
- Top scorer Eldor Shomurodov, who has netted ten league goals this season, remains their key attacking threat.
- Fenerbahce: Jayden Oosterwolde is suspended, allowing Mert Muldur a place in the starting lineup.
- Caglar Soyuncu continues his recovery from a knee injury.
- Sebastian Szymanski is doubtful due to a muscle injury.
Possible Starting Lineups
| Istanbul Basaksehir | Fenerbahce |
|---|---|
| Sengezer; Sahiner, Duarte, Ba, Operi; Kemen, Gunes; Harit, Da Costa, Fayzullaev; Shomurodov | Ederson; Semedo, Skriniar, Muldur, Brown; Alvarez; Nene, Asensio, Yuksek, Akturkoglu; En-Nesyri |
Prediction
Fenerbahce is favored to win this match with a projected score of 2-0. Their superior form and consistency make them the stronger side. Despite missing key players, Fenerbahce is expected to dominate possession and create more scoring opportunities compared to Basaksehir, who face challenges with injuries and inconsistent performances.
