Galatasaray vs Alanyaspor Prediction: Once Bitten, Twice Shy; Gala Will Be Cautious This Time!

Galatasaray will welcome Alanyaspor to RAMS Park in the eighth round of the Turkish Super Lig. 

Let's have a look at the latest Turkish Super Lig predictions between Galatasaray vs. Alanyaspor, probable lineups, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Galatasaray

Form: DWWWW

Galatasaray was kept at arms length by Minnows RFS in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday, squandering a two-goal lead to settle for a nail-biting 2-2 draw away from home, a performance that mirrored their previous league match against Kasimpasa, where they squandered a healthy three-goal lead to settle for a 3-3 draw at home.

Thanks to their strong start to the season, they still maintain control in the standings at this early stage, as they sit three points clear at the top with an unblemished record after seven games (W6, D1). The Yellow Canaries are one of the three teams alongside Besiktas and Trabzonspor yet to suffer defeat.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1 

Guvenc; Ayhan, Sanchez, Bardakci, Jakobs; Sara, Torreira; Yilmaz, Mertens, Akgun; Icardi

Alanyaspor

Form: WWDLD

A visit to RAMS Park is not a trip that Alanyaspor anticipated, especially as they begin to rediscover their form after a dismal start to the season. Fatih Tekke's men were on a five-game winless run but have managed to turn the tide with a two-game winning streak. 

Alanyaspor have maintained consecutive shutouts in wins against Adana Demirspor (0-2) and most recently Rizespor (1-0). Their expectations in this upcoming encounter are modest and will be content with a point. They currently occupy ninth place in the league standings and are five points ahead of the relegation zone. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Taskiran; Balkovec, Aliti, Lima, Hadergjonaj; Makouta, Richard; Cordova, Janvier, Augusto; Hwang

Match Facts

• Galatasaray has avoided defeat in their last eight matches across all competitions.
• Alanyaspor is currently on a seven-match winless run when playing against Galatasaray.
• Galatasaray averages 3.25 goals per game when playing at home, and Alanyaspor averages 1.33 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 21 meetings, Galatasaray has won 13 times, Alanyaspor has won 5 times, and there have been 3 draws, with the goal difference being 52-26 in favor of Galatasaray. 

Expert Betting Tips

Galatasaray will be aiming to bounce back from their minor setback in the Europa League during the week when they welcome Alanyaspor to RAMS Park on Sunday. Gala has been formidable in the league, but their recent 3-3 league draw against Kasimpasa exposed some defensive vulnerabilities that will need addressing moving forward. 

Alanyaspor, on the other hand, heads into this match riding a two-game winning streak, and will want to build on this momentum to topple the Turkish giants and move up the table.

Gala is currently on a five-match winning streak against Alanyaspor while scoring exactly four goals in four of those games, and a similar trend can be anticipated in this upcoming encounter. Therefore, support the home side in the full-time market combined with a total of over 2.5 goals.

• W1 & TO 2.5 for 1.66
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.73
• Half-time/Full-time - Galatasaray for 1.83