Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(27) 23 Goals 16 (19)
(24) 17 Assists 7 (12)
(6.9) 7.2 Average Ratings 6.9 (6.6)
29 Average Age 29.3
180.3 Average Height (cm) 182.5
(1.3) 1.6 Shots pg 1.1 (1)
(52%) 54% Aerial Duel Success 54% (54%)
(0.6) 0.7 Dribbles pg 0.9 (0.8)
(1.3) 1.1 Tackles pg 1.3 (1.5)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Super Lig.

Missing Players

Galatasaray
Besiktas
Player Reason Status Rating
Ismail Jakobs Out 6.63
Player Reason Status Rating
Mert Günok Out 6.63
Necip Uysal Out 6.42

Team News

Galatasaray
Besiktas
  • Yunus Akgun is expected to feature as a left wing-back as Ismail Jakobs is sidelined with an injury.
  • Mert Gunok has suffered a shoulder injury so, Ersin Destanoglu will start in goal.
  • Necip Uysal is sidelined with a long-term injury and will not be available until March 2025.

Prediction

  • Galatasaray defeated Antalyaspor 3-0 last time out. Then they beat Elfsborg 4-3 in the midweek Europa League tie. Although the three points were very important and a morale booster, their defending in that game was alarmingly bad. They will struggle against Besiktas' talented and dynamic attacking lineup.
  • Besiktas were 2-0 winners against Konyaspor last time out. That win was followed by a remarkable 1-0 away win at Lyon in the Europa League. Paulista's return to the starting XI means Van Bronckhorst will be able to field his strongest defence here. The Dutchman's only worry will be Destanoglu, who does not inspire as much confidence as Gunok in goal.
  • Both teams boast massive attacking talent and will create quite a few chances. A high-scoring draw is very likely.
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