Fenerbahce vs Kasimpasa: Prediction, Team News, and Lineups Preview
Fenerbahce, following a recent 3-0 defeat at home to Nottingham Forest in the Europa League, shifts focus back to their domestic league. They will be hosting Kasimpasa in the Turkish Super Lig, where they are eager to remain competitive in the title race. Currently, the Yellow Canaries are unbeaten in the league with 15 wins and 7 draws from 22 matches. However, they trail leaders Galatasaray by three points, meaning that every match is critical as the season progresses.
Match Preview
The recent Europa League loss, orchestrated by former manager Vitor Pereira, highlighted some vulnerabilities for Fenerbahce. Despite this setback, the team had been showcasing impressive form, winning four consecutive matches and scoring a minimum of three goals in each of their last three games prior to the defeat. This includes a notable 3-2 victory over Trabzonspor, making their inability to score against Nottingham Forest an outlier.
At home, Fenerbahce faces a Kasimpasa team they have historically fared well against, remaining unbeaten in their last 13 competitive encounters (12 wins and 1 draw). However, they must be cautious, as their previous match this season resulted in a 1-1 draw. In today’s tightly contested league, draws can feel particularly detrimental.
Kasimpasa’s Recent Performance
Kasimpasa arrives with newfound confidence after breaking a nine-match winless streak with a 3-2 victory over Fatih Karagumruk. They took a commanding three-goal lead and managed to fend off a late rally from their opponents. However, they currently occupy the 16th position in the league, with just 19 points after 22 matches, sitting perilously close to the relegation zone.
Despite the recent win, Kasimpasa’s away form poses a challenge. They have lost their last three league matches on the road and are winless in their last four away games (1 draw, 3 losses), including defeats against league leaders Trabzonspor and Galatasaray.
Team News
- Fenerbahce: Edson Alvarez remains sidelined due to injury. Milan Skriniar’s participation is doubtful after an early exit against Forest.
- Kasimpasa: Haris Hajradinovic is still recovering from a knee injury, while Claudio Winck is suspended due to yellow card accumulation.
Marco Asensio, who leads Fenerbahce with 10 goals in the league, will play a crucial role in the upcoming match. For Kasimpasa, Irfan Kahveci, who provided a key contribution in their recent victory, is expected to be central to any upset ambitions.
Predicted Lineups
Fenerbahce
- Ederson;
- Semedo, Soyuncu, Oosterwolde, Muldur;
- Guendouzi, Kante;
- Musaba, Asensio, Nene;
- Talisca.
Kasimpasa
- Gianniotis;
- Corecki, Opoku, Becao, Frimpong;
- Baldursson, Demirbay;
- Benedyczak, Ouanes, Kahveci;
- Tosun.
Final Prediction
In light of their recent Europa League defeat, Fenerbahce is expected to respond strongly against Kasimpasa. A win is crucial to restore confidence and maintain their title contention. Given their strong performance this season, a 3-1 victory for Fenerbahce appears likely.
