Team Lineups for Today's Game Fenerbahçe vs. Gaziantep FK
The thrill of live soccer remains uninterrupted when Fenerbahçe hosts Gaziantep FK on December 2, 2024, in a live match at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium in Istanbul. The kick-off time for the match is 17:00 UTC, and if you are looking for updates on today's game, details of livescore, and h2h stats, then you have come to the right place.
Fenerbahçe vs. Gaziantep FK: A Look at Today's Game and Team Lineups
Currently ranked 2nd in the Turkish Super Lig, Fenerbahçe are strong title contenders, coming into this live match with 29 points. Their recent 6-2 victory over Kayserispor has boosted their confidence, and they'll be eager to close the gap on leaders Galatasaray. With their impressive attacking form-33 goals scored-and solid defense, with only 11 conceded, Fenerbahçe are set to dominate this today's game.
On the contrary, Gaziantep FK were having a tough time ranking in 13th with 15 points. This was after pulling off a 3-0 against Istanbul Basaksehir. However, their away performances have been pretty worrisome. They haven't been able to win in their last 5 road matches, having lost 4 of them, and will be expected to perform well if they want to take down Fenerbahçe's dominance in this live soccer match.
H2H Stats: How Do Fenerbahçe and Gaziantep FK Compare?
Going through the h2h stats, one will understand that Fenerbahçe holds a healthy edge over Gaziantep FK due in large part to form across recent games. Normally, Fenerbahçe turn in good results against Gaziantep, and for today's live match, considering the current condition, they stand out as favorites.
The h2h stats between the two teams are in favor of Fenerbahçe because they have emerged victorious in most of their games against Gaziantep FK. Therefore, with their home ground advantage, they are quite strong and eager for another win that could keep them in pursuit of the league's top position.
Team Lineups: What to Expect in Today's Game
Both teams have some key absentees for the live match and today's game. Fenerbahçe will be without Caglar Soyuncu, who is out until mid-December, while Jayden Oosterwolde will not return this season. Bright Osayi-Samuel, Samet Akaydın, Alexander Djiku, and Filip Kostić are expected in the backline. Sofyan Amrabat and Fred may be lined up for a double pivot in midfield.
On the other side, Gaziantep FK are without Godfrey Stephen, but otherwise have no absentees. Mustafa Eskihellac may start at left-back, with Salem M'Bakata, Arda Kizildag, and Ertugrul Ersoy completing the back four. In midfield, Deian Sorescu, Badou Ndiaye, and Kacper Kozlowski will support the attacking trio of Alexandru Maxim, Halil Dervisoglu, and Christophe Lungoyi.
Fenerbahçe's Predicted Starting XI:
- Livakovic; Osayi-Samuel, Akaydın, Djiku, Kostić; Amrabat, Fred; Tadic, Yandaş, Aydın; En-Nesyri
Gaziantep FK's Predicted Starting XI:
- Dioudis; M'Bakata, Kizildag, Ersoy, Eskihellac; Sorescu, Ndiaye, Kozlowski; Maxim, Dervisoglu, Lungoyi
Prediction: Fenerbahçe 4-1 Gaziantep FK
With the recent form of both teams and their h2h stats, Fenerbahçe are expected to collect all three points in this live soccer encounter. The attacking firepower and excellent home record of the Yellow Canaries should be a handful for Gaziantep FK, who have struggled on their travels. Expect a dominant Fenerbahçe performance with a 4-1 victory likely in this today's game.
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