Besiktas vs Trabzonspor Prediction, Match preview and Lineups — 9 May 2026
On May 9, 2026, in Matchday 33 of the Turkish Super Lig, Besiktas will host Trabzonspor. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Match preview
Besiktas come into this match in a rather disappointing mood. The team suffered a defeat in the Turkish Cup semi-final, losing 0-1 to Konyaspor, which ended their three-match unbeaten run and also eliminated their chances of winning a trophy this season.
In the Super Lig, Besiktas currently sit in 4th place and no longer have realistic chances of reaching 3rd-placed Trabzonspor. At the same time, they hold a comfortable 7-point advantage over 5th place, which makes their league position relatively secure. However, motivation could still be an issue, although the team will be keen to respond in front of their home fans after the cup exit.
At home, Besiktas have been solid this season with 9 wins, 4 draws and 3 defeats. They are also unbeaten in their last four home meetings against Trabzonspor, recording 3 wins and 1 draw. One important pattern is that Besiktas home matches often remain open, with the team conceding in several recent games despite their generally strong home record.
Trabzonspor come into this match in unconvincing form. The team have failed to win in their last five matches across all competitions, recording four draws and one defeat.
Despite that, they still have something to fight for, as they remain in contention for a potential second-place finish, sitting just four points behind Fenerbahce. They are also in the semi-finals of the Turkish Cup.
Away from home, Trabzonspor have been very strong, with the second-best away record in the league. Their matches are usually open, with both teams scoring in 5 of their last 6 games. Their away games are particularly consistent for BTTS, reflecting both their attacking quality and defensive instability on the road.
Head-to-head meetings between these teams are generally balanced. In the last 10 encounters, Besiktas have 3 wins, Trabzonspor 2 wins, and 5 matches ended in draws. However, Trabzonspor are currently on a five-match winless run against Besiktas. Recent meetings have also been high-scoring, with both teams scoring in the last four head-to-head games. Overall H2H trend strongly supports goals from both sides, with a clear pattern of open and competitive matches regardless of venue.
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Probable Lineups
- Besiktas: Destanoglu, Ozcan, Uduokhai, Djalo, Bulut, Salih Ucan, Asllani, Olaitan, Jota Silva, Under, Hekimoglu
- Trabzonspor: Onana, Ozan, Nwaiwu, Lovik, Zubkov, Jabol-Folcarelli, Bouchouari, Malkocoglu, Muci, Augusto, Onuachu
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- Besiktas have won or drawn 3 of their last 4 matches.
- Trabzonspor have won or drawn 11 of their last 12 matches.
- In 5 of Trabzonspor’s last 6 matches, both teams scored.
- 3 of the last 4 head-to-head meetings have seen over 2.5 goals.
- In last 4 head-to-head meetings, both teams scored.
Prediction
Both teams come into this match with different motivations. Besiktas will want to finish the season strongly at home after their cup disappointment, while Trabzonspor are still pushing for a higher league finish and remain active in the cup competition. Despite Besiktas’s solid home form, Trabzonspor have been very strong away from home and are difficult to beat. Head-to-head meetings between these sides are usually competitive and often produce goals. Considering both teams’ attacking potential, defensive issues, and the tendency of this fixture to be open, this match has strong chances of producing goals from both sides. This is further supported by strong statistical trends — Trabzonspor have seen both teams score in the vast majority of their recent league matches, while Besiktas also frequently concede even at home, especially against stronger opposition. On top of that, recent head-to-head clashes consistently delivered BTTS outcomes, reinforcing the expectation that neither defence is likely to dominate this matchup. Recommended bet: Both Teams To Score — Yes 1.45
