Match Summary
Rizespor defeated Gazişehir Gaziantep 3:1. The match was played in Süper Lig 2023. Goals were scored by D. Sorescu 54′, S. M'Bakata 64′ (o.g.), I. Olawoyin 84′, A. Zeqiri 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Rizespor had 50% possession while Gazişehir Gaziantep held 50%. Rizespor had 12 shots (7 on target) compared to 19 (8 on target) for Gazişehir Gaziantep. Expected goals: Rizespor 2.21 — Gazişehir Gaziantep 1.16. Rizespor made 4 substitutions, Gazişehir Gaziantep made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Rizespor and Gazişehir Gaziantep — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Maxim
Own Goal
assist: A. Zeqiri
assist: G. Akkan
Match Statistics
Rizespor had 50% possession against Gazişehir Gaziantep's 50%. Rizespor registered 12 shots (7 on target) while Gazişehir Gaziantep managed 19 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 6–8. Fouls committed: 14–10.
Lineups
Rizespor lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under İ. Palut, while Gazişehir Gaziantep deployed a 4-1-4-1 under S. İnan.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Rizespor is 6.84, compared to 6.82 for Gazişehir Gaziantep. 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. Rizespor's highest-rated starter is I. Olawoyin (6.94), while Gazişehir Gaziantep's best-rated player is A. Maxim (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Rizespor have contributed 2 goals and 1 assists this season, led by T. Şahin (1G). Gazişehir Gaziantep's starters account for 5 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by A. Maxim (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Rizespor deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Gazişehir Gaziantep's 4-man backline averaging —. 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
Rizespor field 5 midfielders averaging 6.94, versus Gazişehir Gaziantep's 5 rated 6.82. 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
Rizespor start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Gazişehir Gaziantep 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
Rizespor's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Gazişehir Gaziantep. 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 Rizespor's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: T. Şahin (25), oldest: C. Højer (31)), while Gazişehir Gaziantep average 30.0 (youngest: O. Özçiçek (27), oldest: A. Maxim (35)). 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
Rizespor's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 20 for Gazişehir Gaziantep. 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, Rizespor have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Gazişehir Gaziantep show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Rizespor and Gazişehir Gaziantep have met 2 times — Rizespor won 1, Gazişehir Gaziantep won 0, 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 (7 for the home side, 4 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