Match Summary
Gazişehir Gaziantep defeated İstanbulspor 2:0. The match was played in Süper Lig 2023. Goals were scored by D. Drăguş 74′, A. Ajeti 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Gazişehir Gaziantep had 37% possession while İstanbulspor held 63%. Gazişehir Gaziantep had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 6 (0 on target) for İstanbulspor. Expected goals: Gazişehir Gaziantep 1.43 — İstanbulspor 1.12. Gazişehir Gaziantep made 4 substitutions, İstanbulspor made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Gazişehir Gaziantep and İstanbulspor — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: L. Marković
assist: L. Marković
Match Statistics
Gazişehir Gaziantep had 37% possession against İstanbulspor's 63%. Gazişehir Gaziantep registered 15 shots (3 on target) while İstanbulspor managed 6 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 8–4. Fouls committed: 10–14.
Lineups
Gazişehir Gaziantep lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under M. Şumudică, while İstanbulspor deployed a 4-4-2 under F. Tekke.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Gazişehir Gaziantep is 6.85, compared to 6.80 for İstanbulspor. 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. Gazişehir Gaziantep's highest-rated starter is A. Maxim (7.10), while İstanbulspor's best-rated player is F. Loshaj (7.01).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Gazişehir Gaziantep have contributed 4 goals and 7 assists this season, led by A. Maxim (3G). İstanbulspor's starters account for 4 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by F. Loshaj (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Gazişehir Gaziantep deploy 5 defenders rated 6.60 on average, against İstanbulspor's 4-man backline averaging 6.59. 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
Gazişehir Gaziantep field 4 midfielders averaging 7.10, versus İstanbulspor's 4 rated 7.01. 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
Gazişehir Gaziantep start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for İstanbulspor averaging —. 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.
Discipline
Gazişehir Gaziantep's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for İstanbulspor. 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 Gazişehir Gaziantep's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: A. Kızıldağ (27), oldest: A. Maxim (35)), while İstanbulspor average 28.0 (youngest: D. Duhaney (27), oldest: F. Loshaj (29)). 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
Gazişehir Gaziantep's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 20 for İstanbulspor. 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Gazişehir Gaziantep have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. İstanbulspor show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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