Galatasaray vs Trabzonspor prediction, H2H and probable lineups - January 5, 2026
One of the Turkish Super Cup 2025/26 semifinal clashes is set for Monday at the Gaziantep Stadyumu, where Galatasaray will lock horns with Trabzonspor. Here’s my take on the likely outcome of this showdown, factoring in current form and head-to-head stats.
Match preview
Galatasaray remain the undisputed powerhouse of Turkish football and head into this fixture as overwhelming favorites. Okan Buruk’s men have won their last three matches by a combined score of 8-0, showcasing a fearsome attacking display and improved defensive discipline. The Lions are ahead of Fenerbahçe in the Süper Lig title race and still in the hunt for European football in the Champions League.
Injury issues are being addressed one by one - goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır is back and could feature against his former club. The absences of Berkan Kutlu and Wilfried Singo are certainly felt, but squad depth makes up for these losses. The team continues to improve its balance between attack and defense, and is particularly dangerous when dictating the tempo.
Trabzonspor are going through a rough patch, having lost away to Gençlerbirliği in the league (3-4) and then at home to Alanyaspor in the Cup (0-1). Fatih Tekke’s squad is heavily dependent on their mood and the early match scenario, and when the pace picks up, organizational issues often arise. Defensive woes are exacerbated by a hefty injury list - six players will miss this game.
The absence of Ryan Baniya, Okay Yokuşlu, Edin Višća and others weakens every area of the pitch. On top of that, experienced defender Stefan Savić is a doubt. The stats against top clubs don’t favor Trabzonspor, nor does their recent record versus Galatasaray - six defeats in their last seven meetings, with just one draw.
Probable lineups
- Galatasaray: Çakır, Bardakcı, Sánchez, Karataş, Szalai, Gündoğan, Torreira, Yılmaz, Akgün, Sané, Icardi
- Trabzonspor: Onana, Saatçı, Batagov, Pina, Boşluk, Tufan, Bouchouari, Zubkov, Muci, Olaigbe, Augusto
Match facts and H2H
- Galatasaray have won six of their last seven encounters with Trabzonspor.
- In four of the last six meetings between these sides, at least one team failed to score.
- Galatasaray have netted eight times in their last three matches, while Trabzonspor have conceded just as many in the same span.
Prediction
Galatasaray’s form is nothing short of impressive - they’re dispatching opponents with a potent attack and improved defense. Trabzonspor, by contrast, are in a slump, losing even to lower-ranked sides and hampered by significant personnel issues. The Lions’ clear edge in organization, squad quality, and mentality makes them firm favorites here. Expect a convincing win - potentially by more than a single goal margin.
