Match Summary
Kasımpaşa defeated İstanbulspor 3:1. The match was played in Süper Lig 2023. Goals were scored by M. Fall 32′, A. Kara 56′, J. Ngoy 72′, E. Gültekin 76′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Kasımpaşa had 38% possession while İstanbulspor held 62%. Kasımpaşa had 19 shots (11 on target) compared to 18 (6 on target) for İstanbulspor. Expected goals: Kasımpaşa 2.04 — İstanbulspor 2.02. Kasımpaşa made 5 substitutions, İstanbulspor made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Kasımpaşa and İstanbulspor — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: I. Gomis
assist: I. Gomis
assist: D. Sambissa
Match Statistics
Kasımpaşa had 38% possession against İstanbulspor's 62%. Kasımpaşa registered 19 shots (11 on target) while İstanbulspor managed 18 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 8–5. Fouls committed: 13–11.
Lineups
Kasımpaşa lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under K. Özdeş, while İstanbulspor deployed a 4-2-3-1 under F. Tekke.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kasımpaşa is 6.80, compared to 6.83 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. Kasımpaşa's highest-rated starter is H. Hajradinović (7.17), while İstanbulspor's best-rated player is F. Loshaj (7.01).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kasımpaşa have contributed 5 goals and 1 assists this season, led by Cláudio Winck (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
Kasımpaşa deploy 4 defenders rated 6.78 on average, against İstanbulspor's 4-man backline averaging 6.75. 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
Kasımpaşa field 5 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus İstanbulspor's 5 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
Kasımpaşa start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Kasımpaşa and 57% for İstanbulspor. 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
Kasımpaşa's starters have collected 9 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 Kasımpaşa's starting XI is 32.3 (youngest: Cláudio Winck (31), oldest: M. Fall (34)), while İstanbulspor average 27.7 (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
Kasımpaşa's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 14 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Kasımpaşa have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. İstanbulspor show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Kasımpaşa and İstanbulspor have met 1 times — Kasımpaşa won 0, İstanbulspor won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (2 for the home side, 2 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 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
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