Galatasaray vs Samsunspor Prediction: Gala Were And Still Are A Formidable Force To Be Reckoned With At NEF Stadyumu

Galatasaray welcome Samsunspor to the NEF Stadium in the 5th round of the Super Lig.

Samsunspor have yet to win their three matches in the Super Lig and will be hoping for a more favorable outcome in this encounter as they look to escape the clutches of relegation.

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Galatasaray

Gala seem to have not put their foot on the brakes after winning their 23rd Super League title last season, finishing in first place eight points clear of their arch-rivals Fenerbahce, as they have been impressive since the start of the 2023–24 Turkish Super League campaign and their non-domestic league matches.

For starters, they booked their place in the UEFA Champions League group stages, where their name has been drawn into Group A after seeing off the threat of Molde with a commanding 5-3 aggregate success.

Their success continues in the league, where their last match against Gaziantep on the road before the international break saw them claim a comfortable 3-0 win, making it two wins in a row and a three-match unbeaten run. They'll be eager to continue with their dominance as they aim for a third consecutive win, which hopefully will see them reach the zenith.

They currently occupy 3rd place with 7 points, level with Besiktas and Rizespor in 4th and 5th place, respectively. Their bid for a first-place finish is hindered by a two-point deficit.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

F. Muslera; Angelino, A. Bardakci, V. Nelsson, S. Boey; L. Torreira, K. Demirbay; M. Akturkoglu, D. Mertens, Tete; M. Icardi 

Samsunspor

Samsunspor were impressive in their previous second-tier season, where their dominance saw them clinch first place with 78 points, ten points clear of Rizespor in second place, to gain promotion into the top tier after an 11-year absence.

Their debut match against Sivasspor saw them salvage a point after playing out a 1-1 draw, an outcome that was considered favorable. However, they couldn't build on that momentum as they lost 2-0 at home against Fenerbahce, which was later followed by a 2-1 defeat against Kayserispor on the road.

This has them currently riding on a two-match losing streak in the league, though they managed to ease down the disappointments with a recent 6-1 win against Giresunspor in a friendly match, an outcome that has not done much for their confidence as they seek to avoid a third consecutive defeat in the league.

They currently occupy 18th place within the relegation zone and have accumulated one point. Their bid for safety is hindered by a one-point deficit, and they will be hoping to secure their first three points of the season.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-3

O. Kocuk; Y. Cift, L. Satka, R. Van Drongelen; K. Schindler, Y. Ait Bennasser, S. Aydogdu, M. Ozbaskici; E. Kilinc, M. Fofana, G. Laura

Match Facts

• Galatasaray have kept three clean sheets in their four competitive home matches.
• Samsunspor are currently on a three-match winless run in the Super Lig.
• Galatasaray averages 2 goals per game when playing at home, and Samsunspor averages 1.5 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 26 meetings, Galatasaray have won 19 times, Samsunspor have won 5 times, and there have been 2 draws, with the goal difference being 51-24 in favor of Galatasaray.

Expert Betting Tips

Gala are in fine form at the moment, and the fact that they have won five consecutive matches across all competitions while avoiding defeat in nine, picking up seven wins and two draws, should see them keep that record intact by claiming a comfortable win in this one.

Samsunspor have struggled with inconsistency as they find themselves engulfed in poor form, failing to win any of their opening three matches. And while expectations of claiming their first win of the season will be high, they go up against a side that has handed them six consecutive defeats when playing away.

Galatasaray are once again clear favorites to secure another three-pointer, this time at home, where their unwavering dominance in the previous season saw them record 15 wins from 18 matches. In this fixture, they are currently on a six-match winning streak at home and will be confident in adding a seventh consecutive victory with the individual total exceeding 2.5 goals, as this has been the case in four of those matches won at home.

• Total 1 - Over 2.5 for 2.05
• Goals - Over 3.5 for 2.10
• Half-time Result - Galatasaray for 1.80