Istanbul Basaksehir vs Besiktas: prediction, head-to-head and probable line-ups – 15 February 2026
One of the headline clashes of the Turkish Super Lig's 22nd round will take place on Sunday at the Basaksehir Fatih Terim Stadium in Istanbul, as Istanbul Basaksehir welcomes Besiktas. Given both teams’ current form and their attacking mindset, the total goals market is worth a closer look for this encounter.
Match preview
Basaksehir approach this derby in excellent shape. The team has won five of their last six matches across all competitions, including a 2-1 league victory over Eyupspor and a convincing 4-1 Turkish Cup win against Fatih Karagumruk. During this run, they've consistently scored at least twice per game and have surpassed the 2.5 total goals mark in each of their last six fixtures.
Despite this, Basaksehir remain sixth in the table with 33 points, but still have a realistic shot at the European places. Up front, Eldor Shomurodov (15 goals) is in superb form, while support from Harit and Fayzullaev adds variety and pace to the hosts’ play, especially during transitions.
Besiktas sit fifth with 37 points and are also hitting their stride. They are unbeaten in their last six matches, picking up wins over Konyaspor (2-1) and Keciorengucu (3-0), and playing out high-scoring draws against Alanyaspor (2-2) and Eyupspor (2-2). The team consistently creates chances, but also allows their opponents opportunities to score.
On average, Besiktas matches produce around three goals each, and in 67% of their games both teams have found the net. In the reverse fixture, the Black Eagles claimed a 2-1 victory, and with the current attacking form of Vincent Cerny and Abraham, the visitors look set for another open, attacking contest.
Probable line-ups
- Istanbul Basaksehir: Sengezer, Sahiner, Duarte, Opoku, Operi, Kemen, Gunes, Fayzullaev, Shomurodov, Harit, Selke.
- Besiktas: Destanoglu, Yilmaz, Topcu, Agbadu, Sazdagi, Ndidi, Under, Olaytan, Kokcu, Cerny, Hyun-Gyu.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Basaksehir’s last six matches in all competitions have all gone over 2.5 total goals.
- Besiktas won the reverse fixture 2-1 earlier this season.
- Both teams have scored in 62% of Basaksehir’s matches and 67% of Besiktas’ games this season.
Prediction
Both sides are in strong form and are battling for European spots, so a cautious approach is unlikely. Basaksehir are reliable scorers at home, while Besiktas thrive in open games. Expect an intense derby with goals at both ends and at least three in total – backing over 2.5 goals looks like a solid bet.
