Trabzonspor vs Istanbul Basaksehir Predictions

• Both teams have scored in Trabzonspor’s last 7 matches, with an average of 3.85 goals a game on display.
• Trabzonspor have lost just 1 of their last 15 Super Lig outings.
• The over 2.5 goal line has been cleared in 5 of Istanbul Basaksehir’s last 6 games.
• Istanbul Basaksehir have lost just 1 of their last 23 Super Lig outings.

Trabzonspor vying for win in crucial clash

After a 4th placed finish last season which left them 6 points shy of eventual champions Galatasaray, Trazbzonspor were hopeful of being part of the title picture this season and that they certain are. Indeed, after 25 matches, the hosts lead the Super Lig pack with 52 points, having put in some excellent performances along the way.

Sunday’s game is a huge one for Trabzonspor, given it’s the side that trails them only by goal difference in town. Having lost just 1 of their last 15 league games, winning 11 times in the process, confidence can be high in home ranks coming into the fixture but those taking to the pitch will know that their opponents are equally as impressive.

Istanbul Basaksehir looking to go top

Meanwhile, whilst they’re not one of Turkey’s traditional big clubs, Istanbul Basaksehir have big investment behind them and are looking to go one further than their runner-up finish last season this term. Level on points with the hosts, the visitors know that a win on Sunday would send them top.

Having lost just 1 of their last 23 league matches, Istanbul Basaksehir have big momentum behind them and go into every game will full faith in their ability. Across all competitions, they’ve now won 5 straight matches and there can be no doubt they’ll play for the 3 points this weekend rather than sitting back and looking to frustrate the hosts.

An exciting, open game is expected

Ultimately, this is a truly mouthwatering clash between the outstanding teams of the Super Lig season so far. The winner of the game will be in pole position to go on and win the league and given that the two have scored a combined total of 106 goals between them in Super Lig action, you can only see sparks flying.

All things considered, backing the Over 2.5 Total Goals line simply has the be the way to play as far as the betting is concerned and is something we’re more than happy to do. Trabzonspor’s last 7 matches have featured an average of 3.85 goals a game, 5 of Istanbul Basaksehir’s last 6 games have cleared the 2.5 goal line and we see both themes continuing via an entertaining 2-2 draw.