Trabzonspor vs Göztepe: prediction, head-to-head stats and probable lineups — 02.05.2026
One of the most crucial matches of the Turkish Super Lig’s 32nd round will unfold this Saturday at the Şenol Güneş Stadium in Trabzon, where Trabzonspor hosts Göztepe. The home side, after a recent slump, has all but lost hope for the title, but the fight for a Champions League spot is still on. Meanwhile, the visitors are clinging to their chance to break into the European qualification zone.
Match preview
Trabzonspor stumbled painfully in the previous round, falling 1-2 to Konyaspor. Despite a late goal from Felipe Augusto, they couldn’t salvage the match. This defeat extended an unpleasant run: after beating Galatasaray 2-1, Fatih Tekke’s squad drew with Alanyaspor and İstanbul Başakşehir, then lost in Konya.
The title race is all but over for the Black Sea Storm — the gap to Galatasaray has widened to nine points with just three rounds to play. However, the season could still be a success: Trabzonspor trails Fenerbahçe by only two points in the battle for second place and Champions League qualification. At home, they remain especially solid, and Paul Onuachu, despite a recent dip in goal scoring, still leads the Super Lig’s top scorer race.
Göztepe, on the other hand, got a crucial morale boost last round, defeating Antalyaspor 2-0. Juan Santos struck in the opening minute, and Arda Kurtulan doubled the lead before the midway point of the first half — a desperately needed victory for Stanimir Stoilov’s side after three winless matches.
Yet, the visitors’ consistency is still in question. Since early February, Göztepe have won just two league games, but they’re still sixth, level on points with İstanbul Başakşehir, and remain in the European hunt. Their main problem? Göztepe traditionally struggle in Trabzon: they haven’t won in their last four trips to the Şenol Güneş, and Trabzonspor are unbeaten in eight of the last ten head-to-head encounters.
Probable lineups
- Trabzonspor: Onana, Pina, Nwaivu, Lovik, Eskihallaç, Jabol-Volkarelli, Tufan, Zubkov, Augusto, Nwakaeme, Onuachu.
- Göztepe: Lis, Bokole, Heliton, Godoy, Cerny, Miroshi, Dennis, Kurtulan, Bekiroğlu, Santos, Janderson.
Match facts and head-to-head stats
- Trabzonspor have failed to win their last three league matches following the 2-1 victory over Galatasaray.
- Göztepe are winless in their last four away games against Trabzonspor at the Şenol Güneş Stadium.
- Trabzonspor are unbeaten in eight of their last ten meetings with Göztepe, claiming six wins and two draws.
Prediction
Trabzonspor enter this match with a clear objective — to halt their downward trend and regain control in the battle for second place. The hosts boast a stronger squad, especially in attack, where even Onuachu’s recent goal drought doesn’t diminish his status as the main threat in the box. Göztepe are capable of playing boldly and, fresh off their win over Antalyaspor, will surely try to capitalize on any nerves from the home side. However, the Trabzon factor, squad quality, and the motivation of Champions League football tip the prediction in favor of Fatih Tekke’s men.
