Turkey Super Lig - Galatasaray VS Besiktas JK Prediction

Turkey Super Lig  -  Galatasaray VS Besiktas JK
Match Time:29-10-2024 01:00 Tuesday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Galatasaray is having an impressive start to the season, remaining unbeaten across all competitions. They currently lead the Super Lig by five points, having achieved eight wins out of nine matches. Their attacking prowess was recently on display with a 3-0 victory against Antalyaspor in the league and a thrilling 4-3 win over Elfsborg in the Europa League. However, their defense has been less consistent, with only one clean sheet in their last five home games. Key player Mauro Icardi is in fine form, scoring four goals in the last six matches.

Besiktas is also unbeaten in the Super Lig, trailing Galatasaray by five points. They come into this match following consecutive victories, including a 2-0 win over Konyaspor in the league and a 1-0 triumph against Lyon in the Europa League. Despite their strong start, Besiktas has had a few drawn matches and faces some injury concerns with Mert Gunok, Gabriel Paulista, and Milot Rashica sidelined. Ciro Immobile, their standout striker, has already netted eight goals this season.

Head-to-Head
Galatasaray has been dominant in recent head-to-head encounters, winning five of the last eight meetings against Besiktas. They have also emerged victorious in the last four fixtures at RAMS Park. However, Besiktas did secure a resounding 5-0 win in the Super Cup recently.

Prediction
Galatasaray is favored to win, with odds set at 5/6. Besiktas is valued at 13/5 for an upset, and a draw is offered at the same odds. Considering Galatasaray's attacking strength and Mauro Icardi's form, there is a strong likelihood that they will score in both halves. The match promises to be competitive, but Galatasaray's home advantage and recent record suggest they are better positioned to take the win. Expect a closely contested game with potential for both teams to score, but with Galatasaray likely edging it.

Pick: Galatasaray to win