Round 31
Samsunspor vs. Galatasaray
Samsun 19 Mayis, Samsun, Turkey.
11.04.25 at 20:00
Samunspor will welcome Galatasaray to the Samsun Yeni 19 Mayis Stadyumu in the 31st round of the Turkish Super Lig. Samsunspor are third in the league and have maintained a three point cushion over third-placed Besiktas, while Galatasaray lead at the top with a three-point lead.
Let's head into the match preview to find the best odds on the Samsunspor vs. Galatasaray game and my expert picks to place your bets.
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Form: LLDWD
Samsunspor have been struggling for consistency in the Turkish Super Lig. Heading into this clash, they are winless in three league games, recording two losses and ones draw.
In their most recent outing, they suffered a 2-1 away defeat against Antalyaspor. This result marked their second consecutive league defeat. So far, they have won just one of their last six games.
The Red Lightning will undeniably fancy their chances of getting back to winning ways. They return to Samsun Yeni 19 Mayis Stadyumu, a venue that has seen them lose just two of their last 12 games (W8, D2).
Probable Starting XI
Formation: 4-3-2-1
Kocuk; Yavru, Satka, Van Drongelen, Gonul; Holse, Ait Bennasser; Muja, Kilinic, Schindler; Mouandilmadji
Galatasaray
Form: LWWDD
Galatasaray can not afford to drop points if they are to still have full control atop the Turkish Super Lig standings. They have maintained a three-point cushion over the second-placed Fenerbahce.
Cimbom managed to restore their confidence after losing 2-1 away against Besiktas in the league. They found themselves beating Fenerbahce 2-1 in the Turkish Cup quarterfinals in a heated affair that saw four players being sent off from either side.
Okan Buruk's men have lost just one of their last 28 games and come into this match in great form. Before their setback against Besiktas on the road, they were on a 13-match unbeaten run, recording 11 wins and two draws.
Probable Starting XI
Formation: 4-4-2
Muslera; Ayhan, Sanchez, Bardakci, Jakobs; Akgun, Torreira, Lemina, Yilmaz; Osimhen, Morata
Match Facts
- Samsunspor is currently on a two-match losing streak in the Turkish Super Lig.
- Galatasaray has lost just one of their last 28 games in the Turkish Super Lig.
- Samsunspor has scored in 11 of their last 12 home league games.
- Galatasaray is currently on a seven-match winning streak against Samsunspor.
Head-To-Head
In the last 29 meetings, Samsunspor has won 5 times, Galatasaray has won 22 times, and there have been 2 draws, with the goal difference being 60-28 in favour of Galatasaray.
History of Head-to-Heads
Super Lig 2024/2025 
Galatasaray
Super Lig 2024/2025
Samsunspor
Super Lig 2023/2024
Galatasaray
Super Lig 2023/2024
Samsunspor
Super Lig 2011/2012
Galatasaray
Samsunspor Latest Games
Samsunspor
Kayserispor
Samsunspor
Sivasspor
Eyupspor
Samsunspor
Galatasaray Latest Games
Galatasaray
Istanbul Basaksehir
Galatasaray
Kayserispor
Galatasaray
Sivasspor
Expert Betting Tips
Our main prediction for the match: W2 @ 1.66 with 1xbet.
Samsunspor has not been performing really well in the Turkish Super Lig. However, this is a team that has been difficult when in familiar territory and could give Galatasaray some trouble. Despite this, Galatasaray is the team I'm backing to win here. Considering that they have won seven consecutive matches in this fixture expect a hard-fought win from them.
2nd prediction: Both Teams To Score - Yes @ 1.72 with Bet365.
I believe both team can get on the scoreboard in this fixture. Samsunspor have been regular scorers especially at home where they've rattled the net in 11 of their last 12 home encounters. It even gets better knowing that both teams have scored in eight of their last nine meetings. That said, I'm expecting a similar outcome here.
3rd prediction: Goals - Over 2.5 @ 1.64 with Betway.
For my third prediction, I'm expecting an entertaining affair filled with plenty of goals. There have been over 2.5 goals in eight of the last nine meetings between Samsunspor and Galatasaray. Their last match ended in a 3-2 home win for Galatasaray.
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