18 April 2026 at 14:00
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Kocaelispor
Away Record: Göztepe
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Kocaelispor and Göztepe drew 1:1. The match was played in Süper Lig 2025. Goals were scored by Janderson 3′, Serdar Dursun 90′ (pen.). 12 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Kocaelispor had 71% possession while Göztepe held 29%. Kocaelispor had 21 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Göztepe. Expected goals: Kocaelispor 2.77 — Göztepe 0.72. Kocaelispor made 4 substitutions, Göztepe made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Janderson 4′), Penalty confirmed (Karol Linetty 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Kocaelispor and Göztepe — 2 goals and 13 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Efkan Bekiroğlu
Penalty
Match Statistics
Kocaelispor had 71% possession against Göztepe's 29%. Kocaelispor registered 21 shots (4 on target) while Göztepe managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 9–0. Fouls committed: 11–23.
Lineups
Kocaelispor lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Selcuk Inan, while Göztepe deployed a 3-4-1-2 under Stanimir Stoilov.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kocaelispor is 6.82, compared to 6.82 for Göztepe. 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. Kocaelispor's highest-rated starter is Serhat Öztaşdelen (7.43), while Göztepe's best-rated player is Mateusz Lis (7.06).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kocaelispor have contributed 12 goals and 9 assists this season, led by Tayfur Bingol (5G). Göztepe's starters account for 26 goals and 20 assists, spearheaded by Juan Santos da Silva (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Kocaelispor deploy 4 defenders rated 6.90 on average, against Göztepe's 3-man backline averaging 6.83. 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
Kocaelispor field 3 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Göztepe's 4 rated 6.78. 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
Kocaelispor start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.56, compared to 3 for Göztepe averaging 6.77. 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 78% for Kocaelispor and 71% for Göztepe. 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
Kocaelispor's starters have collected 41 yellow cards this season, compared to 54 for Göztepe. 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 Kocaelispor's starting XI is 27.1 (youngest: Joseph Nonge (20), oldest: Ahmet Oğuz (33)), while Göztepe average 26.3 (youngest: Anthony Junior Dennis (21), oldest: Allan (32)). 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
Kocaelispor's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 26 for Göztepe. 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
Coach: Selcuk Inan
Substitutes
Coach: Stanimir Stoilov
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Kocaelispor have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Göztepe show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Kocaelispor vs Göztepe Head to Head Results
Kocaelispor and Göztepe have met 1 times — Kocaelispor won 0, Göztepe won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 0 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.00 per match (0 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 19 Apr 2026