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Trabzonspor host Galatasaray in a decisive phase of the 2024/25 season. The home side currently sit 8th in the league table, while Galatasaray lead the Süper Lig with an eight-point advantage over second place. The stakes are high for both teams — Trabzonspor are still fighting for a top-five finish, while Cimbom are defending their position at the top and aiming for another league title.

The team from Turkey’s eastern Black Sea coast drew 1–1 away against Kasımpaşa in the previous round. That result kept their mathematical chances of finishing in the top five alive — they trail fifth-placed İstanbul Başakşehir by five points, with four matches remaining.

Trabzonspor’s remaining schedule looks favourable. After the clash with Galatasaray, they will face theoretically weaker opponents: Bodrum, Samsunspor and Antalyaspor, giving them a realistic chance of collecting maximum points.

However, recent head-to-head history does not favour the hosts. Trabzonspor have failed to win any of their last five matches against Galatasaray, and earlier this season they lost 4–3 away, despite a strong attacking performance.

Still, Abdullah Avcı’s side are currently on a five-match unbeaten run across all competitions, showing determination to finish the season strongly.

Galatasaray approach this fixture as the clear league leaders and bookmakers’ favourites. The Istanbul side are in excellent form — six consecutive wins across all competitions underline the strong momentum of Okan Buruk’s team.

In their most recent league match, Galatasaray defeated Sivasspor 4–1, following earlier wins against Antalyaspor and Karagümrük. Their away form is particularly impressive — Cimbom have won 13 of their last 16 away matches, arriving in Trabzon on the back of two consecutive away victories.

Galatasaray can rely on the form of their attacking leaders — Mauro Icardi, Wilfried Zaha and Lucas Torreira are all in good shape and will pose a significant threat to Trabzonspor’s defence.

Key Stats

• Galatasaray have won 3 of the last 5 meetings with Trabzonspor

• Trabzonspor average 1.5 goals per home match, while Galatasaray score over 2.0 goals per away game

• Over 3 goals were scored in 4 of the last 5 head-to-head matches

• Galatasaray score the opening goal in 80% of their league matches this season

Match Outlook

Galatasaray travel to Trabzon as favourites not only due to their league position, but above all because of their excellent form, squad depth and winning mentality. Trabzonspor are likely to put up a strong fight and cannot be ruled out, especially at home, but realistically the balance of quality and experience lies with the visitors.

OUR PICK: Galatasaray – Double Chance (Win or Draw)