Galatasaray vs İstanbul Başakşehir Prediction, Betting Tips, H2H & Stats – Turkish Cup
Galatasaray host İstanbul Başakşehir in a thrilling Turkish Cup round of 16 clash at Rams Park on Thursday, 18 December 2025, with kick-off at 18:30 GMT+3.
The Lions, chasing domestic silverware amid a demanding European campaign, hold a strong home record and historical edge in cup ties. Başakşehir, resilient on the road and capable of upsets, arrive with momentum from recent wins but face a tough task against Okan Buruk’s star-studded side.
This preview dives into form, head-to-head, key stats, and expert betting tips.
Socapredict Expert Prediction
Recommended Bet: Galatasaray to Win Odds: Around 1.55 (check latest with top bookmakers)
Safer alternative: Galatasaray Draw No Bet. Value pick: Over 2.5 Goals – seen in recent encounters and both teams’ attacking styles.
Galatasaray’s home dominance and superior squad depth make them clear favourites in this knockout tie.
Galatasaray vs İstanbul Başakşehir Betting Tips
- Galatasaray Win → Strong home form and motivation in cup competitions.
- Both Teams to Score (Yes) → Başakşehir’s scoring run and Galatasaray’s occasional defensive lapses.
- Over 2.5 Goals → High in recent H2H and both sides’ games.
- Victor Osimhen or Mauro Icardi anytime scorer → Key forwards likely to exploit spaces.
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Galatasaray vs İstanbul Başakşehir Head-to-Head (H2H) Stats
Galatasaray hold the upper hand in recent meetings, remaining unbeaten in the last five across all competitions (2 wins, 3 draws).
Notable recent results:
- October 2025 (Süper Lig): Başakşehir 1-2 Galatasaray
- May 2025 (Süper Lig): Galatasaray 2-0 Başakşehir
Cup ties have been competitive, with draws common.
Average goals in H2H: Around 2.4 per match.
Galatasaray Recent Form & Stats
Galatasaray show mixed results lately due to a congested schedule including Champions League commitments, but their attack remains potent.
Recent highlights include a thumping away win at Antalyaspor.
Key stats (last 5):
- Goals scored: Avg. 1.6
- Goals conceded: Avg. 1.2
Unbeaten in their last 10 home games across all competitions.
İstanbul Başakşehir Recent Form & Stats
Başakşehir display inconsistency but boast a dangerous counter-attack, with recent wins showcasing their threat.
Key stats (last 5):
- Goals scored: Avg. 2.0
- Goals conceded: Avg. 1.6
Strong away form could keep the game close early.
Alt text: İstanbul Başakşehir players in action during a match.
Galatasaray vs İstanbul Başakşehir: FAQs
When is the match? 18 December 2025, kick-off 18:30 GMT+3 at Rams Park, Istanbul.
Where to watch? Check local broadcasters or streaming services in Turkey.
What is Socapredict’s top tip? Galatasaray to Win – backed by home strength, H2H dominance, and squad quality.
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