Is there a chance for Cracovia to win? Prediction for the Cracovia vs Basaksehir match - 06.07.2026
One of Monday's friendly clashes will unfold on neutral ground in Austria, where Poland's Cracovia will face Turkey's Basaksehir. Here’s my prediction for this encounter, taking into account the current form of both sides.
Cracovia: When will the downward spiral end?
Cracovia struggled mightily towards the end of last season. While the team didn't lose to everyone in their path, they also haven't managed a single win since mid-March 2026, when they narrowly beat Katowice 1-0 at home.
Over the following eight league matches, Cracovia suffered two defeats and settled for six draws. Unsurprisingly, this poor run saw them finish only 13th in the standings. In the end, Cracovia avoided relegation by just four points. In their first summer friendly, the "Stripes" already fell to Greek side Pafos – 1:2.
Basaksehir: What will the team look like in their first preseason outing?
Unlike their opponents, who have seemingly forgotten how to win, the Turkish club ended their domestic campaign on a high, claiming three victories in their last four matches. They thrashed Kasimpasa (4-0) and Samsunspor (3-0) at home, and edged out Gaziantep 2-1 away.
Despite a loss to Fenerbahce during this stretch, the "Owls" snatched a Conference League spot from Goztepe by two points in the final table. It’s worth noting that this will be Basaksehir’s first outing of the preseason.
Interesting facts about the matchup
- These teams have never faced each other before
- In Basaksehir’s last four matches, the "Over 2.5 goals" bet has paid out
- In Cracovia’s last three matches, both teams have scored
Prediction
Basaksehir ended last season in fine form, but this will be their first match of preseason. Betting on results in friendlies is always a gamble. The best value here is likely on "Over 2.5 goals"—the Owls know how to find the net, but they’re also prone to mistakes at the back.
