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Fatih Karagumruk vs Besiktas Predictions & Tips - Besiktas to stay top with victory
- Fatih Karagumruk vs Besiktas predictions for today’s Turkish Super Lig match
- Match is being played at 1pm GMT at the Atatürk Olimpiyat Stadium
- Besiktas have won 8 of their last 9 matches
- I’m backing Besiktas to win in Istanbul
- Best bets, betting tips and predictions for Fatih Karagumruk vs Besiktas
Besiktas are in incredible defensive form (Getty images)
Fatih Karagumruk vs Besiktas Predictions
Besiktas' form has been superb over the last month which has put them at the top of the table. They are backed to take all three points against Fatiah Karagumruk.
- Fatih Karagumruk have scored 1+ goals in their last 9 home matches (Turkish Super Lig).
- Fatih Karagumruk have lost 2 of their last 4 matches (Turkish Super Lig).
- Besiktas have won 8 of their last 9 matches (all competitions).
- Besiktas have scored 2+ goals in their last 5 matches (Turkish Super Lig).
Head to Head
Besiktas hold a 7-3 lead in 13 matches played against Fatih Karagumruk. Three matches have ended in draws.
Their last Super Lig meeting was in 1984 as Besiktas won 4-1 at Fatih Karagumruk. These teams met in a friendly in 2020 with Besiktas winning 5-2 at home.
Fatih Karagumruk Form
Fatih Karagumruk are having a solid season after their promotion to the top flight. They have 27 points from 18 matches and sit in 7th position on the Turkish Super Lig table.
They come into this match in decent form having won consecutive league matches. They beat Konyaspor 2-1 at home before a 3-1 win at Genclerbirligi in their last match.
That was their first away victory of the season. Lucas Biglia, Alassane Ndao and Artur Sobiech scored the goals.
Prior to that, Karagumruk had lost 2-1 at home to Trabzonspor and 3-1 at Antalyaspor.
Fatih Karagumruk Injuries & Team News
Centre back Enzo Roco is still suspended after his red card against Antalyspor. Fatih Kurucuk should partner Gaston Campi in central defence.
Jure Balkovec is suspended at left-back and second choice striker Vato Arveladze sits out after an accumulation of yellow cards.
Ervin Zukanovic is out injured in defence and Yannis Salibur is absent on the right wing.
Besiktas Form
Besiktas sit atop the Turkish Super Lig table after a run of six wins in their last seven league matches. They only lead Fenerbahce on goal difference in a tight title race.
A rock solid backline has been the basis of a title challenge by Besiktas with six clean sheets in their last seven Super Lig matches. They thrashed Rizespor 6-0 as Cyle Larin scored four times before a disappointing 2-2 draw at Hatayspor.
In their last match, Besiktas beat rivals Galatasaray 2-0 at home to open a five point lead over their opponents. Josef de Souza and Georges-Kevin Nkoudou scored the goals in the final 11 minutes after Mbaye Diagne was red carded for Galatasaray after 58 minutes.
Besiktas Injuries & Team News
Besiktas welcome back Welington from suspension to boost Sergen Yalcin’s options at centre-back.
Back up striker Guven Yalcin is doubtful after missing the win against Galatasaray.
Fatih Karagumruk vs Besiktas FAQ
What is the Fatih Karagumruk vs Besiktas best bet?
Besiktas have won eight of their last nine matches. The best bet is for Besiktas to win this encounter and BTTS Yes.
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Verdict
With eight wins in their last nine matches, Besiktas will be difficult to beat in this encounter. I'm backing Besiktas to win but Fatih Karagumruk should be able to find the back of the net.
