Match Summary
Beşiktaş defeated İstanbulspor 2:0. The match was played in Süper Lig 2023. Goals were scored by S. Kılıçsoy 23′, E. Muçi 54′. 4 yellow cards were shown. İstanbulspor had 49% possession while Beşiktaş held 51%. İstanbulspor had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 15 (6 on target) for Beşiktaş. Expected goals: İstanbulspor 0.76 — Beşiktaş 0.81. İstanbulspor made 5 substitutions, Beşiktaş made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between İstanbulspor and Beşiktaş — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Tosun
assist: Gedson Fernandes
Match Statistics
İstanbulspor had 49% possession against Beşiktaş's 51%. İstanbulspor registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Beşiktaş managed 15 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 9–16.
Lineups
İstanbulspor lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under O. Korkmaz, while Beşiktaş deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Fernando Santos.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for İstanbulspor is 6.93, compared to 6.53 for Beşiktaş. 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 F. Loshaj (7.01), while Beşiktaş's best-rated player is M. Rashica (6.84).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of İstanbulspor have contributed 9 goals and 3 assists this season, led by E. Gültekin (5G). Beşiktaş's starters account for 1 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by M. Rashica (1G). 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 3 defenders rated 6.90 on average, against Beşiktaş's 4-man backline averaging 6.53. 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 4 midfielders averaging 7.01, versus Beşiktaş's 5 rated 6.64. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.87, compared to 1 for Beşiktaş averaging 6.20. 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 57% for İstanbulspor and 78% for Beşiktaş. 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 3 for Beşiktaş. 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 27.0 (youngest: E. Gültekin (25), oldest: F. Loshaj (29)), while Beşiktaş average 30.0 (youngest: S. Kılıçsoy (20), oldest: M. Günok (36)). 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 7 for Beşiktaş. 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, İstanbulspor have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Beşiktaş show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
İstanbulspor and Beşiktaş have met 1 times — İstanbulspor won 1, Beşiktaş won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. İstanbulspor 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 (3 for the home side, 1 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 1–3 in 2025.
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