Goztepe vs Fenerbahce Prediction: The Yellow Canaries Seeking Redemption After UCL Setback

Goztepe will welcome Fenerbahce to the Gursel Aksel Stadium in the second round of the Turkish Super Lig. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Goztepe

After two seasons in the second division, Goztepe made their return to the top flight with a goalless draw against Antalyaspor in their season opener. Without a single complaint, this was a positive result, considering they were outplayed in all aspects of the game. 

Despite having home advantage at their disposal, Stanimir Stoilov's team is aware that securing another point could be a difficult task this time around as they go up against a Fenerbahce side they've defeated once in their last seven matches.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-5-2

Ozcimen; Heliton, Gunter, Altikardes; Sangare, Ildiz, Matsuki, Kayan, Silva; Kanatsizkus, Romulo

Fenerbahce

The Yellow Canaries failed to make amends after losing 2-1 against Lille in the first leg of the third qualifying round, as they played out a 1-1 draw on Tuesday in the second leg at home. This resulted in their elimination from the Champions League due to a 3-2 aggregate loss.

They now turn their attention to the domestic league, where they secured a 1-0 home victory against Adana Demirspor in the season opener. They approach this match seeking to reignite their confidence. Currently, they occupy 4th place in the Turkish Super Lig standings with three points on board.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Livakovic; Osayi-Samuel, Djiku, Oosterwolde, Mercan; Yuksek, Szymanski; Kahveci, Tadic, Saint-Maximin; Dzeko

Match Facts

• Goztepe are winless in their last 16 matches in the Super Lig.
• Fenerbahce are unbeaten in their last 19 away matches in the Super League.
• Goztepe averages 1.6 goals per game when playing at home, and Fenerbahce averages 2.8 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 17 meetings, Goztepe have won 3 times, Fenerbahce have won 8 times, and there have been 6 draws, with the goal difference being 31-15 in favor of Fenerbahce. 

Expert Betting Tips

Fenerbahce head into this match seeking to make amends following their elimination from the Champions League against Lille. The Yellow Canaries kicked off their campaign on a positive note and will likely use that as motivation to return to winning ways.

Considering that the away side has dominated this fixture, we anticipate supporting them in the full-time market combined with the total under 4.5 goals.

• W1 & TU 4.5 for 1.65
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.61
• Half-time/Full-time - Fenerbahce for 2.08