Match Summary
Sivasspor defeated İstanbulspor 1:0. The match was played in Süper Lig 2023. Goals were scored by R. Manaj 86′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Sivasspor had 48% possession while İstanbulspor held 52%. Sivasspor had 16 shots (6 on target) compared to 6 (0 on target) for İstanbulspor. Expected goals: Sivasspor 1.23 — İstanbulspor 0.25. Sivasspor made 5 substitutions, İstanbulspor made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sivasspor and İstanbulspor — 1 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Květ
Match Statistics
Sivasspor had 48% possession against İstanbulspor's 52%. Sivasspor registered 16 shots (6 on target) while İstanbulspor managed 6 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 9–7. Fouls committed: 7–11.
Lineups
Sivasspor lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under S. Çetin, while İstanbulspor deployed a 4-3-3 under H. Yakin.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sivasspor is 7.10, compared to 6.96 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. Sivasspor's highest-rated starter is A. Vural (7.23), while İstanbulspor's best-rated player is F. Loshaj (7.01).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sivasspor have contributed 2 goals and 4 assists this season, led by U. Çiftçi (1G). İstanbulspor's starters account for 4 goals and 3 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
Sivasspor deploy 4 defenders rated 7.02 on average, against İstanbulspor's 4-man backline averaging 6.90. 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
Sivasspor field 5 midfielders averaging 7.06, versus İstanbulspor's 3 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
Sivasspor start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 Sivasspor 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
Sivasspor's starters have collected 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 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 Sivasspor's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: C. Charisis (31), oldest: A. Vural (35)), while İstanbulspor average 28.0 (youngest: O. Erdoğan (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
Sivasspor's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 12 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, Sivasspor have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. İstanbulspor show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sivasspor and İstanbulspor have met 1 times — Sivasspor won 0, İstanbulspor won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. İstanbulspor leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (1 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 2–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
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