The Turkish Super Lig is gearing up for an electrifying showdown on Sunday, with the Intercontinental Derby stealing the spotlight. This Fenerbahce vs Galatasaray predictions guide offers insights into likely outcomes from that game.
| ℹ️ Tournament: | Turkish Super Lig season 2023-24, Round 17 |
| 🏟️ Venue: | Sukru Saracoglu Stadium, Istanbul, Turkey |
| 🗓️ Date: | 24th December 2023 |
| ⏰ Time: | 16:00 GMT on Sunday |
Given their exploits on the road this season, Galatasaray is favored to win this tie with odds of 2.34 (11/8). Fenerbahce has odds of 2.85 (15/8) to secure victory in this matchup. The highest football betting odds are set for a draw, with this outcome being available at 3.40 (12/5). Choose one of the legal gambling sites.
Both clubs have played 11 matches over the past six years. In that time, Galatasaray recorded four wins, while Fenerbahce had two wins in eleven. The remaining five fixtures ended without a victor.
The Yellow Canaries are enjoying an excellent Campaign in the Super Lig this season. So far, they have recorded 14 wins, with one loss and one draw in 16 league games. Fenerbahce has scored 44 goals within that number of games while conceding 14 from their opponents. Their excellent league showing and goal-scoring prowess have them sitting at the top of the Super Lig. Their attacking prowess makes favorites to clinch the title in our 23/24 Turkish Super Lig predictions.
Fenerbahce carried their exceptional scoring abilities to the Europa Conference League, finding the net 13 times during the group stage. They won four of their group matches, losing two games. They conceded 11 goals in the Europa Conference League, a far cry from their strong defensive showing in the Super Lig.
Edin Dzeko and Lincoln Henrique will be unavailable for this clash. Ryan Kent, Rodrigo Becao, Miha Zajc, and Luan Peres must pass late fitness tests to play any role in this fixture.
Galatasaray has the same record as Fenerbahce, with 14 wins, one loss, and one draw. The only difference between both teams lies in the number of goals scored and conceded. Gala have scored 32 times compared to Fenerbahce’s 44 in the league. But they have conceded only 9 times compared to 14. In their recent league game, Gala defeated Fatih Karagumruk 1-0.
Galatasaray were unable to transfer their excellent league form into their UCL campaign. They only managed one win in six games while conceding 13 goals. They now head to the Europa League after finishing third in the group.
Sergio Oliveria is out with an injury, while Davison Sanchez remains doubtful.
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Despite their potent attack, the Yellow Canaries may struggle to penetrate Galatasaray’s solid defense. Galatasaray’s record of conceding just five goals in ten away league matches positions them favorably for this encounter. They have also conceded nine goals in 16 league games. While Fenerbahce has shown exceptional form at home, the expectation leans towards Galatasaray either securing a victory or holding the match to a draw. Several Fenerbahce vs Galatasaray betting predictions support this outcome.
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Traditionally, Intercontinental Derby encounters have been characterized by minimal scoring, with no more than three goals recorded in any of their past five meetings. This pattern is reinforced by the fact that 13 out of their last 16 games have concluded with less than 2.5 goals. Galatasaray’s track record in away games further suggests a low-scoring outcome for the upcoming match. Considering the game’s importance, it’s anticipated that both teams will prioritize a careful, defensive approach rather than aggressive, high-scoring strategies.
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Both teams also excel in the offensive phase of play. Fenerbahce shines in this aspect, scoring a remarkable 78 goals in all competitions this season, averaging 2.79 goals per match. This statistic underscores their lethal efficiency in attack when opportunities arise. Galatasaray, though slightly behind, boasts an impressive tally of 54 goals in 28 matches, averaging 1.93 goals per game. Galatasaray has found the back of the net against top-tier teams like Bayern and Manchester United, demonstrating their ability to score in challenging environments.
Here are our Fenerbahce vs Galatasaray betting picks:
Galatasaray has been excellent defensively in the league this season. Although Fenerbahce has a formidable attack, we do not expect them to overcome Gala’s robust defense. Real bet enthusiasts can catch the game on live stream and win extra cash with our Fenerbahce vs Galatasaray betting tips by staking on betting sites in Turkey.
