Match Summary
Sivasspor defeated İstanbulspor 3:1. The match was played in Süper Lig 2023. Goals were scored by C. Charisis 17′, A. Turg'unboyev 43′, F. Koita 54′, V. Temel 81′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. İstanbulspor had 51% possession while Sivasspor held 49%. İstanbulspor had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 17 (10 on target) for Sivasspor. Expected goals: İstanbulspor 1.60 — Sivasspor 1.71. İstanbulspor made 5 substitutions, Sivasspor made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Bartuğ Elmaz 65′).
Match Events
Key match events between İstanbulspor and Sivasspor — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: U. Çiftçi
assist: B. Elmaz
assist: R. Manaj
Match Statistics
İstanbulspor had 51% possession against Sivasspor's 49%. İstanbulspor registered 16 shots (7 on target) while Sivasspor managed 17 (10 on target). Corner kicks: 5–7. Fouls committed: 7–10.
Lineups
İstanbulspor lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under O. Korkmaz, while Sivasspor deployed a 4-1-4-1 under B. Uygun.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for İstanbulspor is 6.83, compared to 7.04 for Sivasspor. 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 Sivasspor's best-rated player is C. Charisis (7.06).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of İstanbulspor have contributed 4 goals and 4 assists this season, led by F. Loshaj (4G). Sivasspor's starters account for 2 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by U. Çiftçi (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 5 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Sivasspor's 4-man backline averaging 7.02. 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 Sivasspor's 5 rated 7.06. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Sivasspor 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 57% for İstanbulspor and —% for Sivasspor. 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Sivasspor. 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 27.7 (youngest: D. Duhaney (27), oldest: F. Loshaj (29)), while Sivasspor average 32.0 (youngest: C. Charisis (31), oldest: U. Çiftçi (33)). 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 14 league appearances each, versus 21 for Sivasspor. 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, İstanbulspor have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Sivasspor show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
İstanbulspor and Sivasspor have met 1 times — İstanbulspor won 1, Sivasspor 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 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 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 2–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
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