Istanbul Basaksehir vs Trabzonspor prediction, H2H and probable lineups — 24 November 2025
As part of Matchday 13 in the Turkish Super Lig, Basaksehir will face Trabzonspor in a highly anticipated clash. The match will take place in Istanbul on Monday, 24 November. Kick-off is scheduled for 18:00 Central European Time. I’m leaning towards a bet on goals in this encounter.
Match preview
Basaksehir’s 2025/26 campaign has been a mixed bag so far: the team started with a string of inconsistent results, but as autumn rolled in, they began to show a more cohesive brand of football. After a few early defeats, the Istanbul side gradually stabilized their play and established better structure in midfield.
The head coach managed to strike a balance between pressing and positional attacks, restoring control in key phases of matches. Their three-game unbeaten run was snapped last round by Genclerbirligi, leaving the capital club in 12th place in the standings.
Nevertheless, Basaksehir still grapples with several systemic issues, most notably in finishing. Averaging just over a goal per match underlines this point, though Eldor Shomurodov deserves special praise. The Uzbek striker has netted 8 of the team’s 13 goals, topping the Super Lig scoring charts.
Overall, Basaksehir is making steady progress, but their level fluctuates from game to game. This is a team capable of a brilliant 20-minute spell, only to fall into chaos due to individual errors.
Trabzonspor kicked off the 2025/26 season with greater ambition and attacking firepower. The team got off to a strong start, scoring regularly and playing with real intensity.
In the opening third of the season, attack has been the main weapon for the "Burgundy Blues": the pace of their wingers, quality midfield surges, and consistent creativity in the center of the park have helped them pick up points even in tough fixtures.
However, as in previous years, Trabzonspor hasn’t avoided spells of inconsistency, with winning streaks often followed by a few disappointing outings. Third place at this stage is a fair reflection for Fatih Tekke’s men, but this side still has room to improve.
The overall pattern this season shows Trabzonspor as one of the most entertaining teams in the Super Lig. However, it’s important to mention a significant issue: first-choice centre-backs Savic and Batagov remain sidelined through injury.
Match facts
- Basaksehir have won just one of their last seven home matches.
- Trabzonspor are unbeaten in seven straight matches.
- Basaksehir average 0.75 goals per game at home, while Trabzonspor average 1.45 goals per game on the road.
Probable lineups
- Istanbul Basaksehir: Sengezer, Bulut, Duarte, Opoku, Sahiner, Gunes, Ozdemir, Crespo, Da Costa, Sari, Shomurodov.
- Trabzonspor: Onana, Pina, Baniya, Yokushlu, Eskihallac, Inao, Jabol-Folcarelli, Felipe Augusto, Muchi, Zubkov, Onuachu.
H2H
Trabzonspor have won the last four head-to-head meetings between these sides with a combined score of 6-0.
Prediction
This game promises goals. Both teams favor attacking football and are prone to defensive lapses. Basaksehir play boldly at home, while Trabzonspor regularly score away. I recommend betting on the total to be over 2.5 goals.
