Hearts vs Istanbul Basaksehir Predictions

• Istanbul Basaksehir are unbeaten so far this season in all competitions.
• Hearts have conceded the opening goal in all of their last five fixtures.
• The visitors won all three away games during the qualifying rounds.

The hosts are in worrying form

After winning two of their opening three matches of the new season, the ‘Jam Tarts’ have since gone on to win just one of their last six games, losing the other five. They’re in a rut and boss Robbie Neilson has already confirmed his concern regarding fatigue and energy levels prior to this game. They have already lost twice in European qualifiers this season against FC Zurich and now welcome and in-form Istanbul Basaksehir.

The visitors are unbeaten across all competitions this campaign, in fact, they haven’t tasted defeat since all the way back in March. They’re a fearless outfit and you might recall that they went to Old Trafford a couple of years ago and beat Manchester United 2-1. With new signing Mesut Ozil in midfield, the visitors will fancy their chances here.

Away victory on the cards

We think Hearts are in a worrying period right now and Robbie Neilson’s comments are also a cause for concern. We think Istanbul Basaksehir will relish this trip and are good value to leave with a victory on matchday one of this competition.