Samsunspor vs Fenerbahce Prediction: The Home Team Feels Threatened By The Yellow Canaries Presence!

Samsunspor will welcome Fenerbahce to the Samsun 19 Mayis in the ninth round of the Turkish Super Lig. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Samsunspor

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Samsunspor have turned out to be one of the biggest surprises in the Turkish Super Lig this season. They are currently in second place and are four points behind first-placed Galatasaray. In the previous season, they narrowly avoided relegation to the second division by finishing in 13th place, three points ahead of the drop zone.

The Red Lightning came from a goal down to secure a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Adana Demirspor away from home. This marked their fourth consecutive league win since their 1-0 loss to Konyaspor on September 14.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Kocuk; Yavru, Satka, Drongelen, Bola; Muja, Bennasser; Holse, Ntcham, Dimata; Mouandilmadji

Fenerbahce

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After seven games played, Fenerbahce sits in fourth place in the league standings and is six points behind first-placed Galatasaray. However, with a game in hand, they can still catch up to the league leaders.

The Yellow Canaries moved four points from their opening two games in the Europa League as they snatched a point off of FC Twente in a 1-1 draw last time out. Prior to this, they secured a 2-0 league win over Antalyaspor on the road. They come into this clash boasting a three-match unbeaten run across all competitions (W2, D1).

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Livakovic; Muldur, Djiku, Becao, Oosterwolde; Fred, Yusek; Tadic, Szymanski, Saint-Maximin; Dzeko

Match Facts

• Samsunspor have failed to win their last three matches against Fenerbahce.
• Fenerbahce have avoided defeat in their last 23 away matches in the Super Lig.
• Samsunspor averages 1.5 goals per game when playing at home, and Fenerbahce averages 2.75 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 30 meetings, Samsunspor have won 3 times, Fenerbahce have won 17 times, and there have been 10 draws, with the goal difference being 59-25 in favour of Fenerbahce.

Expert Betting Tips

Fenerbahce will be keen not to let their minor setback against FC Twente in the Europa League derail what has been largely an impressive start to the Turkish Super Lig season. They come into this clash boasting a three-match winning streak on the road, outscoring their opponents 9-0, and this is confirmation enough that they will be able to cruise to a comfortable win and reclaim their second spot in the standings.

• W2 for 1.85
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 2.00
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.87