Hatayspor vs Fenerbahce Prediction: Yellow Canaries Plot Redemption in Foreign Climes

Hatayspor will welcome Fenerbahce to the Mersin Stadyumu in the 28th round of the Turkish Super Lig. 

Fenerbahce will be hoping to bounce back following their surprising defeat to Ankaragucu in the Turkish Cup. The Yellow Canaries have been presented with the perfect opportunity to extend their winning streak to three matches against a side they've maintained a 100% unbeaten record against. Considering their reverse fixture saw them record a 4-2 win, there's no doubt they are in for a straightforward win. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Hatayspor

 Form: LDLWW

Hatayspor succumbed to a convincing 2-0 defeat last time out against Konyaspor, extending their winless run in the league to three matches (L2 D1) after being on a two-match winning streak. 

The Star of the South has been experiencing a downturn in form lately as they have managed just two wins in their last fifteen matches (L7 D6), and this has seen them get entangled in a relegation battle, a scenario they very much wanted to distance themselves from this season. 

With 29 points accumulated in 27 matches played, Hatayspor occupy the 16th spot in the Turkish Super Lig standings and have maintained a one-point advantage over the relegation zone, while their bid for 13th place is hindered by a two-point deficit. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Kardesler; Rivas, Corekci, Maksimovic, Sertel; Boudjemaa, Matondo, Saglam; Fernandes, Dervisoglu, Beyaz

Fenerbahce

Form: WWDWW

The defending champions, Fenerbahce, suffered a significant setback in the quarterfinals of the Turkish Cup, falling to an unjustified 3-0 defeat against Ankaragucu away from home. However, there are sliver linings in this setback, as this means they can now turn their full attention to clinching the league title.

Prior to that, they rallied from behind to secure a narrow 2-1 victory over Kasimpasa at home, with Michy Batshuayi saving the day once again with a goal in the dying embers of the game. This was their third league match in a row that they conceded the first goal, marking a certain department that needs improving going forward. Besides their two-match winning streak in the league, the Yellow Canaries have avoided defeat in their last sixteen matches (W12 D4) and could prove to be a tough opponent to beat in this one.

With 70 points accumulated in 27 matches played, Fenerbahce sits in second place with 70 points and is two points behind first-placed Galatasaray.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Livakovic; Oosterwolde, Aziz, Soyuncu, Kadioglu; Yuksek, Krunic; Under, Yandas, Tadic; Dzeko

Match Facts

• Hatayspor have failed to score in just two of their last thirteen home matches in the Super Lig.
• Fenerbahce have won fourteen of their last eighteen matches across all competitions.
• Hatayspor averages 1.69 goals per game when playing at home, and Fenerbahce averages 2.31 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 7 meetings, Hatayspor have won 0 times, Fenerbahce have won 5 times, and there has been 1 draw, with the goal difference being 17-4 in favor of Fenerbahce. 

Expert Betting Tips

Following their shock defeat to Ankaragucu in the quarterfinals of the Turkish Cup, Fenerbahce have a lot to make up for as they approach this match. They go up against a side that has been in poor form, failing to win their last four matches in all competitions, and a straightforward win is undoubtedly on the cards for the Yellow Canaries, as anything other than that will surely come as a surprise. 

Considering that Fenerbahce have dominated this fixture in the past years and maintain a 100% unbeaten record, we expect them to maintain that record by backing them up in the full-time market, combined with a total of over 2.5 goals, as has been the case in their last three matches.

• W2 & TO 2.5 for 1.85
• Corners - Under 9 for 2.37
• Highest Scoring Half - 2nd Half for 1.99