Besiktas vs Genclerbirligi Prediction: The Black Eagles Take Flight Toward Triumph!

Besiktas vs Genclerbirligi: Prediction and Odds on the Match on 18 October 2025

The Vodafone Park is set to host a match between Besiktas and Genclerbirligi in the ninth round of the Turkish Super Lig. Besiktas are in sixth place in the league table, and Genclerbirligi sits in 14th with five points to their name. Who's going to come out on top? Let us check out the match preview, team news, and betting odds to place your bets!

Besiktas: Form and Statistics

Form: DWWLW

Following the shocking dismissal of Ole Gunnar Solskjær two months ago, Besiktas wasted no time in unveiling Sergen Yalçın as head coach. His first match in charge was a 2-0 away defeat against Alanyaspor - a result that raised some eyebrows.

Since that defeat, though, he has shown that he can lead the team to greener pastures if given a chance. Currently, three wins have been recorded in the last five matches, and this includes a three-match unbeaten run.

The Black Eagles' recent match in the Turkish Super Lig was against defending champions Galatasaray. A point in a 1-1 draw on the road is the best result they could manage despite being at a numerical advantage for 56 minutes, including stoppage time.

Besiktas: Team News

Besiktas have four players in the injury room, including Demir Ege Tiknaz (knee injury), Tammy Abraham (shoulder injury), Jonas Svensson (injury), and Salih Ucan (injury). Taylan Bulut has recovered from his injury after missing the Galatasaray match and will be available for selection.

Head coach Sergen Yalçın will be without the services of Gokhan Sazdagi. The 31-year-old is suspended due to reaching the yellow card threshold. In his abscence, Gabriel Paulista is expected to fill in for him at right back.

With Tammy Abraham doubtful for this match, Milot Rashica is likely to lead the attack this Saturday.

🔖 Probable Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Gunok; Gabriel Paulista, Djalo, Topcu, Jurasek; Ndidi, Kokcu; Cerny, Rafa Silva, Toure; Rashica.

⛔️ Out: Demir Ege Tiknaz (knee injury), Tammy Abraham (shoulder injury), Jonas Svensson (injury), Salih Ucan (injury).

👤 Head coach: Sergen Yalçın.

Genclerbirligi: Form and Statistics

Form: DDWLL

Genclerbirligi had a tough introduction to the top flight. The visitors were punching bags at the beginning, suffering five consecutive defeats before turning a corner.

The Red and Black's breakthrough came in the sixth round of the Turkish Super Lig against Eyupspor. It's thanks to their opponents' lack of creativity in the final third that they managed to record their first win of the season. Franco Tongya was on target in the 36th minute as his effort guided the side to a 1-0 home victory.

One can not deny that the result was a confidence booster as Hüseyin Eroğlu's men recorded two successive draws against Kayserispor (1-1) and, most recently, Alanyaspor (2-2).

Genclerbirligi: Team News

Genclerbirligi are missing five players through injury, including Peter Etebo (muscle injury), Ensar Kemaloglu (knee injury), Abdullah Sahindere (knee injury), Moussa Kyabou (knee injury), and Dal Varesanovic (injury).

Sekou Koita won't be available for selection after his red card against Kayserispor on September 28. On the bright side, Franco Tongya has served his suspension and is expected to feature this Saturday. The 23-year-old will retain his place in midfield alongside Ogulcan Ulgun and Goktan Gurpuz.

🔖 Probable Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Erenturk; Hanousek, Goutas, Thalisson Kelven, Pereira; Niang, Zuzek; Tongya, Ulgun, Gurpuz; Mimaroglu.

⛔️ Out: Peter Etebo (muscle injury), Ensar Kemaloglu (knee injury), Abdullah Sahindere (knee injury), Moussa Kyabou (knee injury), Dal Varesanovic (injury).

👤 Head coach: Hüseyin Eroğlu.

Besiktas vs Genclerbirligi: Head-to-Head Statistics

In the last 57 meetings, Besiktas have won 34 times, Genclerbirligi have won 8 times, and there have been 15 draws. The goal difference is 101-50 in favor of Besiktas.

Besiktas vs Genclerbirligi: Betting Tips & Odds

• Besiktas have preserved one clean sheet in their last 13 matches across all competitions. You can bet on 'both teams to score - yes' for 1.79 at Betway.
• Genclerbirligi have won the first half in two of their last three league games. You can bet on Genclerbirligi to win or draw the first half for 2.02 at 1xbet.
• Besiktas have won two of their last three matches in the Turkish Super Lig with a 2-1 scoreline. You can bet on the correct score to be 2-1 for 9.50 at Bet365.

Besiktas vs Genclerbirligi match prediction 18 October 2025

Besiktas are the only team in the Turkish Super Lig that has maintained a 100% record when playing at home. I believe they should have enough in them to see off a Genclerbirligi side that currently boasts the second-worst away record in the league.

Genclerbirligi are winless in their last four away matches in the league. They began with a three-match losing streak before holding Kayserispor to a drab 1-1 draw. Given that display, a convincing defeat is undoubtedly on the cards.

Our match prediction: W1 & TO 2.5 for a coefficient of 1.64 in the 1xbet bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match: Goals - Under 3.5 for a coefficient of 1.72 in the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our final betting tip on the match: Corners - Over 9.5 for a coefficient of 1.82 in the Betway bookmaker.