In a highly-anticipated Super Lig fixture, Fenerbahçe will host Istanbulspor at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadyumu on Sunday. Both teams will be looking for a positive result to boost their campaign.
Match Preview
Fenerbahçe enters this game on the back of a 1-0 victory over Galatasaray in their previous Super Lig encounter.
With an impressive defensive display, Fenerbahçe limited Galatasaray to zero shots on target.
The only goal of the game was scored by Çağlar Söyüncü in the 71st minute.
Fenerbahçe has showcased remarkable defensive solidity, conceding only three goals in their last six matches.
On the other hand, Istanbulspor suffered a defeat against Sivasspor in their most recent Super Lig match.
Vefa Temel’s goal was not enough as Sivasspor emerged victorious with a 3-1 scoreline.
In their past six games, Istanbulspor has been involved in matches with a minimum of three goals on five occasions.
Fenerbahçe’s recent form has been impressive, not losing a single league match against Istanbulspor in their last six encounters.
Additionally, Fenerbahçe has a formidable record at home, remaining unbeaten in their last 12 home league matches.
On the contrary, Istanbulspor has struggled in away games against Fenerbahçe, failing to secure a win in their last two encounters. Istanbulspor is also without an away victory in their past two league matches.
Head-to-Head:
Historically, Istanbulspor has struggled against Fenerbahçe, failing to register any wins in their previous head-to-head clashes.
Fenerbahçe has emerged victorious in 83% of these encounters, scoring a total of 27 goals, averaging 4.5 goals per game.
The most recent meeting between the two teams was on January 7, 2024, where Fenerbahçe triumphed over Istanbulspor with a 5-1 scoreline.
Muammer Sarıkaya scored the only goal for Istanbulspor, while Cengiz Ünder (4) and Edin Džeko (1) were on target for Fenerbahçe.
Team News & Updates:
Fenerbahçe manager İsmail Kartal can be pleased with a fully fit squad ahead of this match, with no fitness concerns.
Fenerbahçe is expected to employ a 4-2-3-1 system;
Dominik Livakovic
Çağlar Söyüncü, Jayden Oosterwolde, Rodrigo Becão, Ferdi Kadioglu,
Mert Hakan Yandas, Miha Zajc,
Bright Osayi-Samuel, Sebastian Szymański, Dusan Tadic,
Edin Dzeko.
Istanbulspor is likely to opt for a 5-4-1 formation;
Mücahit Serbest
Racine Coly, Mehmet Yesil, Okan Erdogan, Simon Deli, Ali Yasar,
David Sambissa, Modestas Vorobjovas, Florian Loshaj, Mendy Mamadou,
J. Kenio Santos.
Prediction & Analysis:
Based on recent performances, we anticipate Fenerbahçe to dominate the match and create several scoring opportunities. Istanbulspor may struggle to find the back of the net, but we expect them to score at least once.
- Fenerbahçe 3-1 Istanbulspor
