Miguel Solomons
Dailysports's expert
Samsunspor
Hatayspor
As part of matchday 23 in the Turkish Super Lig, Samsunspor will host Hatayspor on Friday, February 7, at 18:00 CET. Here’s my betting tip for the winner of this match.
Samsunspor vs Hatayspor: Match facts and H2H
- Samsunspor have lost just once in their last six matches.
- Hatayspor are winless in their last nine games, suffering seven defeats and drawing twice.
- Hatayspor have the second-worst defense in the Turkish Super Lig, conceding 40 goals.
- Samsunspor have the fourth-best attack, scoring 34 goals in 21 matches.
- Hatayspor are on a four-game losing streak in away matches.
- Samsunspor have scored at least one goal in their last ten home games.
- Samsunspor have won 30% of their matches this season with a clean sheet, while Hatayspor have managed only 8%.
- The two sides have met three times in history, with Samsunspor winning twice and Hatayspor once.
Samsunspor vs Hatayspor: Match preview
Samsunspor are in excellent form this season, producing strong performances throughout the campaign. After 21 rounds, they have collected 40 points and currently sit third in the league table. However, the battle for a top-three finish is intense, with just a one-point gap separating them from fourth place. Despite the pressure, Samsunspor have been impressive, losing only one of their last six games. Their attack is also among the best in the league, having scored 34 goals—the fourth-highest tally in the Super Lig.
Hatayspor, on the other hand, are in dire straits. They are currently second from the bottom in the table with just 10 points from 21 matches. To escape the relegation zone, they need to make up a 13-point gap. Their league form is dreadful, with six losses in their last eight games. Additionally, they have conceded 40 goals, making their defense the second-worst in the Turkish top flight.
Probable lineups
- Samsunspor: Kocuk, Yavru, Satka, Bola, Schindler, Van Drongelen, Aydogdu, Yuksel, Holse, Kilinc, Muandilmadji.
- Hatayspor: Kardesler, Alici, Calvo, Corekci, Kilama, Diak, Parmak, Aboubakar, Boutobba, Rui Pedro Souza, Joelson Fernandes.
Prediction
Samsunspor have been one of the most consistent teams this season and are strong contenders for a top-three finish. Meanwhile, Hatayspor are in terrible form, and I don’t see them posing much of a threat to their opponents. My bet is on Samsunspor to win, with odds of 1.48.
