Besiktas vs Fatih Karagumruk Prediction: The Black Eagles Are Saturday's Bet Of The Day As Santos Vies For A Second Consecutive Win

Besiktas will welcome Fatih Karagumruk to the Vodafone Park in the 20th round of the Turkish Super Lig.

Besiktas has witnessed a dip in performance on their home turf, enduring a three-match losing streak. Nevertheless, considering their historical dominance over Fatih Karagumruk, a return to the winning column is inevitable for the Black Eagles, who have initiated preparations for a resurgence.

Let's have a look at the latest Turkish Super Lig predictions between Besiktas vs. Fatih Karagumruk, probable lineups, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Besiktas

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Fernando Santos, the Portugal legend, had a dream debut in his new role as Besiktas manager. The Black Eagles thrashed slightly favored Rizespor 4-0 away from home, which marked their second consecutive triumph and their fifth win in ten matches on the road.

The Black Eagles have picked up two wins in their last six matches in the league, a pattern that has depicted nothing but inconsistency. Despite having been a force to be reckoned with at home, going unbeaten during the period of August and November (W5 D1), Fernando Santos' men currently find themselves on a three-match losing streak, recording 3-1 consecutive defeats against Fenerbahce, Alanyaspor, and Kasimpasa, and they now aim to check off "getting back to winning ways" from their bucket list.

With 32 points accumulated from 19 matches, Besiktas sits fourth in the Turkish Super Lig standings, four points behind third-placed Trabzonspor and three points ahead of Adana Demirspor (5th), Kayserispor (6th), and Rizespor (7th).

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-1-4-1

Gunok; Bulut, Sanuc, Zaynutdinov, Meras; Tiknaz; Hadziahmetovic, Fernandes, Kilicsoy, Rashica; Tosun

Fatih Karagumruk

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Fatih Karagumruk, on the other hand, managed to get their first win since their 3-0 home triumph over Istanbulspor on December 1st as they thrashed Kayserispor 4-1 at home, which marked Shota Arveladze's first win as Fatih Karagumruk head coach, having failed to do so in three attempts.

This win marked the conclusion of their four-match losing streak in the league; nevertheless, indications of inconsistency still linger. Away from home, they are currently on a nine-match winless run (L6 D3) since their 2-0 win over Istanbul Basaksehir on August 20th. It's also worth mentioning that they are riding on the back of a four-match losing streak, and little can be expected from them in this one other than a convincing defeat.

With 20 points accumulated from 19 matches, Fatih Karagumruk occupy the 15th spot in the Turkish Super Lig standings, level on points with 16th-placed Hatayspor, and have maintained a two-point cushion over the relegation zone.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Bilgin; Mercan, Dresevic, Dursun, Veseli; Rohden, Paoletti, Eysseric; Yalcin, Keles, Lasagna

Match Facts

• Besiktas have won five of their nine home matches in the Super Lig.
• Fatih Karagumruk has conceded a goal in eight of their nine away matches in the Super League.
• Besiktas averages 1.44 goals per game when playing at home, and Fatih Karagumruk averages 0.78 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the most recent eight encounters, Besiktas Istanbul emerged victorious five times, shared two draws, and Fatih Karagumruk secured a win on one occasion. The goal difference favors Besiktas Istanbul at 14-6.

Expert Betting Tips

Besiktas come into this match bearing a favorite tag, and while they have lost three consecutive home matches in the league, the likelihood of returning to winning form and putting an end to that unfavorable streak appears highly probable.

Having put forth an impressive performance against Rizespor last time out, the Black Eagles should have more than enough quality and experience to see off a Fatih Karagumruk side they have defeated in five of their last seven matches. Therefore, we expect the home side to secure a comfortable win by picking them up in the full-time market, which should surface.

• W1 for 1.72
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 1.80
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.74