BETTING GUIDE: Istanbul Basaksehir vs Kasimpasa Istanbul, match preview, team news and prediction
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Reading Time: 3min | Fri. 24.04.26. | 08:21
With only four matches remaining, the hosts are still chasing a late push for European qualification, while the visitors are focused on securing their top-flight status
Istanbul Basaksehir welcome Kasimpasa to the Basaksehir Fatih Terim Stadium on Friday for the opening fixture of Turkish Super Lig round 31.
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With only four matches remaining, the hosts are still chasing a late push for European qualification, while the visitors are focused on securing their top-flight status and avoiding any late drama.
Basaksehir come into this match sitting fifth in the standings with 48 points from 30 matches, leaving them seven points off the top four.
Their recent form has been steady rather than spectacular, going unbeaten in their last four league matches with one win and three draws.
In their last five outings, they have scored four goals and conceded just two, highlighting a strong defensive structure but a slightly blunt attack.
A 1-1 draw away at Trabzonspor last time out showed resilience, while a 3-0 home win over Genclerbirligi underlined their potential when firing.
At home, Basaksehir have been particularly reliable, going unbeaten in their last four league matches with three wins and a draw.
They have conceded very few goals during this run, making their stadium a difficult place for opponents.
However, they will be without Abbosbek Fayzullaev and Jerome Opoku due to suspension.
Much will depend on leading scorer Eldor Shomurodov, who has netted 18 goals this season, while Davie Selke is pushing for a starting role after scoring in the previous match.
Kasimpasa, on the other hand, sit 13th in the table with 31 points from 30 games, just six points above the relegation zone.
Their campaign has been inconsistent, but recent performances suggest some improvement.
They are unbeaten in their last three matches, picking up two wins and a draw, including a narrow 1-0 victory over Alanyaspor.
Across their last five matches, they have scored eight goals and conceded six, indicating a more open style compared to their opponents.
Despite this improvement, their away form remains a major concern.
Kasimpasa are winless in their last eight league matches on the road, drawing four and losing four.
This poor run away from home has been a key factor in their struggles this season.
Team news is also not ideal, with Haris Hajradinovic ruled out through injury, while Kamil Corekci and Jim Allevinah remain doubts.
In attack, they will rely on top scorer Adam Benedyczak, who has six goals this season.
The head-to-head record between these sides heavily favours Basaksehir, who are unbeaten in their last 11 meetings against Kasimpasa, winning nine of those matches.
Earlier this season, Basaksehir secured a 3-1 away victory, continuing their dominance in this fixture.
Historically, this matchup has produced goals, with recent meetings averaging high-scoring outcomes and both teams frequently finding the net.
Key Pointers;
- Basaksehir are unbeaten in 11 games against Kasimpasa, winning nine
- Basaksehir have won three of their last four home league matches
- Kasimpasa lost seven of their last 10 away matches at Basaksehir
- Kasimpasa are winless in their last eight away games, losing four
Considering current form, defensive strength, and historical dominance, Basaksehir appear well-positioned to secure all three points.
Kasimpasa’s struggles on the road further weaken their chances, making the home side the clear favourite.
Prediction; Basaksehir wins
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