Galatasaray - Beşiktaş predictions

Galatasaray are firm favourites in this matchup, and backing them may offer surprising betting value. It’s a very safe bet, though we suppose an upset is not outside the realm of possibility. We wouldn’t count on Beşiktaş winning, though.

From the present standpoint, the situation is clear as day. Considering the strength of Galatasaray and the 4.53 odds given to Beşiktaş to win, it is easy to conclude that a victory for the visiting team would be a surprising upset.

Galatasaray went into their previous Super Lig match as the hard favourites, so the 0:1 victory was unsurprising. Most betting predictions expected a more convincing goal difference, but it’s hard to fault the lead they had throughout that away game’s runtime.

The previous Super Lig encounter could not have gotten much better for Beşiktaş who were heavily favoured to claim a victory anyway. They fully delivered as well, having taken an early lead and turned it into a 3:1 triumph.

A quick look at the recent trends reveals a solid record for Galatasaray, who have managed to score 5 times in their previous 3 matches. This means that markets like BTTS or Over 5 Goals are worth your attention.

With 7 goals in their previous 3 Super Lig matches, Beşiktaş boast some of the most prolific strikers of the league. Top online bookies are predicting another action-packed game.

The home team will have to work hard to keep their leading position in the standings. Theis upcoming matchup is the least of their worries, however, if the betting odds are to be believed.

Beşiktaş are 2 points behind a Europa League qualifying spot, and reaching it is likely their main goal for the time being. On one hand, the season is still in its early stages, leaving plenty of time to get there. On the other, this matchup against Galatasaray is heavily in the home team’s favour, and the visitors will be lucky to earn even a single point.

Saturday's match will see both teams at their strongest, with no players missing due to injury or suspension.

You can safely put down an Over 2.5 Goals bet on this match and feel very confident. If the teams’ records are any indication, 3 or more goals in this match are almost guaranteed.