Hatayspor vs Besiktas Prediction: The Black Eagles Faced With A Must-Win Situation!

Hatayspor will welcome Besiktas to the Mersin Stadium in the 14th round of the Turkish Super Lig. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Hatayspor

Form: DWLLL

Hatayspor have been really struggling this season, and they are widely tipped as favorites to suffer the drop. After 12 games played, the team finds itself located in the bottom two (18th place) with a meager seven points accumulated and is seven points adrift of safety. 

Their struggles can be attributed to their poor start this season. The home team failed to secure a win in their first ten matches, recording seven losses and three draws. However, they did manage to pick up their first win of the season courtesy of a 3-1 home win over Gaziantep, which was shortly followed by a recent 1-1 draw against Konyaspor.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-5-1

Kardesler; Demir, Calvo, Kilama, Alici; Diack, Saglam, Bamgboye, Pedro, Fernandes; Aboubakar

Besiktas

Form: LDLLW

Besiktas, on the other hand, have paid a hefty price for their sudden decline in form. After 12 games played with 21 points accumulated, they find themselves outside the top four in fifth place despite being widely considered strong contenders in the title race by pundits and fans alike.

Their poor form hit a new low last time out as they suffered a 3-1 home defeat against Maccabi Tel-Aviv in the UEFA Europa League. This comes after losing 4-2 against Goztepe in the league, which extended their winless run to four games (L3, D1). Away from home, they have failed to secure a win in their last three matches, recording two draws and one loss. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Gunok; Svensson, Uduokhai, Sanuc, Masuaku; Musrati, Fernandes; Mario, Silva, Rashica; Immobile

Match Facts

• Hatayspor have recorded one win in their last six home matches in the Turkish Super Lig.
• Besiktas are currently on a three-match unbeaten run when playing against Hatayspor.
• Hatayspor averages 0.83 goals per game when playing at home, and Besiktas averages 1.33 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 8 meetings, Hatayspor have won 2 times, Besiktas have won 3 times, and there have been 3 draws, with the goal difference being 18-9 in favor of Besiktas. 

Expert Betting Tips

This matchup is a one-in-a lifetime opportunity for Besiktas to finally find their rhythm and get to the winning column. The Eagles have gone four matches without a win in the league, which is a concern as they find themselves outside the top four.

Their performance on the road has also raised eyebrows, managing just two wins in their last six games (D3, L1), not to mention they come into this match winless in their last three matches. However, I do still have faith that they'll be able to come out on top, as they have been the better side on paper this season. As such, I recommend supporting Besiktas in the full-time market to secure maximum points. 

• W2 for 1.90
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.66
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 1.70