Match Summary
Gazişehir Gaziantep defeated Rizespor 2:0. The match was played in Süper Lig 2023. Goals were scored by A. Maxim 20′ (pen.), D. Drăguş 50′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Gazişehir Gaziantep had 41% possession while Rizespor held 59%. Gazişehir Gaziantep had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (2 on target) for Rizespor. Expected goals: Gazişehir Gaziantep 1.77 — Rizespor 0.86. Gazişehir Gaziantep made 4 substitutions, Rizespor made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Gazişehir Gaziantep and Rizespor — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: M. Eskihellaç
Match Statistics
Gazişehir Gaziantep had 41% possession against Rizespor's 59%. Gazişehir Gaziantep registered 9 shots (5 on target) while Rizespor managed 14 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 8–9.
Lineups
Gazişehir Gaziantep lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under M. Şumudică, while Rizespor deployed a 4-2-3-1 under İ. Palut.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Gazişehir Gaziantep is 6.80, compared to 6.79 for Rizespor. 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 Rizespor's best-rated player is I. Olawoyin (6.94).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Gazişehir Gaziantep have contributed 4 goals and 7 assists this season, led by A. Maxim (3G). Rizespor's starters account for 4 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by M. Pala (2G). 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 Rizespor'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 3 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus Rizespor's 5 rated 6.89. 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Rizespor 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 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Rizespor. 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 29.7 (youngest: A. Kızıldağ (27), oldest: A. Maxim (35)), while Rizespor average 26.0 (youngest: A. Mocsi (25), oldest: I. Olawoyin (28)). 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 20 league appearances each, versus 19 for Rizespor. 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. Rizespor show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Gazişehir Gaziantep and Rizespor have met 2 times — Gazişehir Gaziantep won 0, Rizespor won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Rizespor leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.50 per match (4 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026