16 May 2023 at 17:00

Referee: T. Numanoğlu

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Galatasaray dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

İstanbulspor0wins
0draws4 meetings
Galatasaray4wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.5

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (11%) — the odds may underestimate Galatasaray.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.3%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 11.1%Draw 16.7%Away 77.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min8.995.801.27
Max9.006.181.31
Over 2.5: 75.2%Under 2.5: 29.4%
Market favourite:Galatasaray · Heavy favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market10.7%15.6%73.7%
Public market10.6%15.8%73.6%

İstanbulspor vs Galatasaray — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Galatasaray
Result vs. Market: Galatasaray (78%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

İstanbulsporHalf-time:01Galatasaray
9Shots20
1Shots on target5

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
25/01/24Galatasaray3–1Istanbulspor1.12/8.92/18.70
26/09/23Istanbulspor0–1Galatasaray8.88/5.33/1.30
16/05/23Istanbulspor0–2Galatasaray9.00/5.99/1.29
25/12/22Galatasaray2–1Istanbulspor1.25/6.05/10.23

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: İstanbulspor

W 126D 105L 183
Over 2.552
Goals scored522

Away Record: Galatasaray

W 691D 213L 195
Over 2.559
Goals scored2224

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Galatasaray defeated İstanbulspor 2:0. The match was played in Süper Lig 2022. Goals were scored by 1 M. Icardi 45′ (pen.), M. Icardi 89′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. İstanbulspor had 43% possession while Galatasaray held 57%. İstanbulspor had 10 shots (1 on target) compared to 22 (4 on target) for Galatasaray. İstanbulspor made 3 substitutions, Galatasaray made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Mauro Icardi 45′), Penalty confirmed (Milot Rashica 45′), Card upgrade (Nicolò Zaniolo 75′).

Match Events

Key match events between İstanbulspor and Galatasaray — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

İstanbulspor
Galatasaray
Kick Off
VAR
45+16′Goal cancelled
VAR
45+9′Penalty confirmed
45+11′
Half Time
46′
Sérgio OliveiraF. Midtsjø
V. EthemiJ. Lokilo
63′
E. RrocaE. Gültekin
64′
69′
M. RashicaN. Zaniolo
71′Fredrik Midtsjø
VAR
75′Card upgrade
79′
L. DuboisK. Ayhan
79′
D. MertensB. Yılmaz
E. EzeS. Guri
83′
89′
M. Icardi

assist: K. Aktürkoğlu

90+1′
K. AktürkoğluB. Kutlu
Full Time

Match Statistics

İstanbulspor had 43% possession against Galatasaray's 57%. İstanbulspor registered 10 shots (1 on target) while Galatasaray managed 22 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–9. Fouls committed: 12–10.

1Shots on Goal4
6Shots off Goal9
10Total Shots22
3Blocked Shots9
3Shots insidebox15
7Shots outsidebox7
12Fouls10
3Corner Kicks9
4Offsides1
43%Ball Possession57%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves1
374Total passes482
295Passes accurate393
79%Passes %82%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

İstanbulspor lined up in a 4-3-2-1 formation under F. Tekke, while Galatasaray deployed a 4-2-3-1 under O. Buruk.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for İstanbulspor is 6.78, compared to 6.87 for Galatasaray. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. İstanbulspor's highest-rated starter is O. Erdoğan (6.90), while Galatasaray's best-rated player is A. Bardakcı (7.18).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of İstanbulspor have contributed 0 goals and 2 assists this season, led by —. Galatasaray's starters account for 16 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by M. Icardi (14G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

İstanbulspor deploy 4 defenders rated 6.78 on average, against Galatasaray's 4-man backline averaging 6.81. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

İstanbulspor field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Galatasaray's 5 rated 7.08. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

İstanbulspor start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Galatasaray averaging 6.87. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 71% for İstanbulspor and 85% for Galatasaray. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

İstanbulspor's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Galatasaray. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of İstanbulspor's starting XI is 27.3 (youngest: D. Duhaney (27), oldest: D. Aksu (28)), while Galatasaray average 28.4 (youngest: K. Karataş (23), oldest: M. Icardi (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

İstanbulspor's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 19 for Galatasaray. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

İstanbulspor4-3-2-14-2-3-1Galatasaray
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Jensen21Duhaney23Erdoğan4Yeşil3Aksu8Ergün12Ba27Ethemi10Rroca24Sarıkaya90Eze1Muslera2Dubois25Nelsson42Bardakcı88Karataş5Torreira27Oliveira26Rashica10Mertens7Aktürko.99Icardi

Substitutes

Coach: F. Tekke

Substitutes

Coach: O. Buruk

İstanbulsporPosition StrengthGalatasaray
6.78
Avg Rating
6.87
6.78Defender (4 v 4)6.81
0G 2A0G 2A
Midfielder (5 v 5)7.08
0G 0A2G 4A
Forward (1 v 1)6.87
0G 0A14G 0A
İstanbulspor4-3-2-1
1GoalkeeperD. Jensen
21DefenderD. Duhaney6.61A
23DefenderO. Erdoğan6.9
4DefenderM. Yeşil
3DefenderD. Aksu6.81A
8MidfielderO. Ergün
12MidfielderM. Ba
27MidfielderV. Ethemi
10MidfielderE. Rroca
24MidfielderM. Sarıkaya
90ForwardE. Eze
Galatasaray4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperF. Muslera
2DefenderL. Dubois
25DefenderV. Nelsson6.5
42DefenderA. Bardakcı7.21A
88DefenderK. Karataş6.71A
5MidfielderL. Torreira7.12G4A
27MidfielderSérgio Oliveira
26MidfielderM. Rashica
10MidfielderD. Mertens
7MidfielderK. Aktürkoğlu
99ForwardM. Icardi6.914G

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, İstanbulspor have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Galatasaray show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

İstanbulspor

WWLDLD

Galatasaray

WDWLLW

İstanbulspor vs Galatasaray Head to Head Results

İstanbulspor and Galatasaray have met 1 times — İstanbulspor won 0, Galatasaray won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Galatasaray leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2026.

0

İstanbulspor

0

Drawn

1

Galatasaray

Goals: 1Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (1)

4 Feb 2026Galatasaray3 – 1İstanbulspor
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026