Konyaspor will face Trabzonspor in an important Turkish Super Lig match on Monday evening. Both teams are coming off recent victories in the Turkish Cup, but they have different objectives in the league. Trabzonspor is eager to stay in the title race, while Konyaspor aims for a strong finish to their campaign.
Konyaspor’s Recent Form
Konyaspor has been enjoying a positive run lately. The team remains unbeaten over their last eight matches in all competitions, securing six wins and two draws. This impressive performance has propelled them to the upper half of the league table, currently sitting in eighth place with 37 points from 30 matches.
Recently, Konyaspor edged out Fenerbahce with a late goal, winning 1-0 in the Turkish Cup quarter-finals. They will next play against Besiktas in the semifinals. Athletically, they have also recorded victories against Fatih Karagumruk (3-0) and Antalyaspor (2-0), showcasing their ability to gain momentum at this critical stage of the season.
Home Advantage
Konyaspor boasts an impressive home record, remaining unbeaten in their last 12 matches at home, with six wins and six draws. Their home form makes them a challenging opponent for visiting teams. They have managed to defeat Trabzonspor twice in their last three encounters at home, although they lost the previous match between the two teams 3-1.
Trabzonspor’s Title Aspirations
Meanwhile, Trabzonspor faces a more challenging situation. With 65 points, they are trying to keep their title hopes alive. Despite drawing their last two league matches against Alanyaspor and Istanbul Basaksehir, which slowed their momentum, they remain close to the top of the table.
Recently, Trabzonspor achieved a morale-boosting victory in the Turkish Cup by overcoming Samsunspor in a penalty shootout. Their objective is to maintain pressure in the league, even though the path to the title looks daunting.
Team News
Both teams will navigate absences ahead of their clash. Konyaspor is missing several key players, including:
- Josip Calusic
- Guilherme Haubert Sitya
- Alassane Ndao
- Riechedly Bazoer
- Morten Bjorlo
- Ufuk Akyol
Trabzonspor will be missing veteran winger Edin Visca due to a broken foot, alongside young defender Taha Emre Ince recovering from cartilage damage. Additionally, Arseniy Batagov is considered doubtful.
Predictions and Expectations
The upcoming match is expected to be tightly contested. Konyaspor’s home advantage and current form will pose challenges for Trabzonspor. However, Trabzonspor’s quality and urgency may be decisive factors in this matchup.
Predicted outcome: Konyaspor 1 – 2 Trabzonspor.
