Galatasaray vs Beşiktaş Derby: Starting Lineups Announced
The highly anticipated Galatasaray vs Beşiktaş derby is set to take place on October 4, 2023, at 20:00. This matchup marks the 135th encounter between the two giants of Turkish football, promising an exciting clash filled with history and rivalry.
Team Lineups for the Derby
As both teams prepare for this critical match, here are the starting lineups:
- Galatasaray: Uğurcan, Jakobs, Abdulkerim, Davinson, Singo, Lemina, Torreira, İlkay, Yunus, Barış, Osimhen.
- Beşiktaş: Mert Günok, Gökhan, Djalo, Emirhan, Jurasek, Ndidi, Orkun, Cerny, Rafa Silva, Toure, Abraham.
Current Standings and Recent Performance
Galatasaray currently leads the Süper Lig with 21 points from 7 matches, showcasing an impressive win streak. Last season’s champions have begun this season with seven consecutive victories.
Beşiktaş, under the management of Sergen Yalçın, has accumulated 12 points from six matches and stands in fifth place, albeit with one match less.
Both teams come into this match with momentum; Galatasaray recently achieved a notable victory against Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League, while Beşiktaş also enjoyed wins over Kayserispor and Kocaelispor in their recent outings.
Historic Rivalry Statistics
This derby is steeped in history, having begun as early as August 22, 1924. Historically, these two teams have faced off 358 times; here are some key statistics:
- Galatasaray Wins: 128
- Beşiktaş Wins: 116
- Draws: 114
Galatasaray has an attacking edge in this rivalry, having scored 499 goals to Beşiktaş’s 472 over the course of their encounters.
Notable Recent Trends
Galatasaray has dominated Beşiktaş in their recent meetings, winning the last five Süper Lig matches with at least two goals scored each time. Beşiktaş has struggled away, failing to win in their last eight visits to Galatasaray’s home ground.
The match will be officiated by referee Yasin Kol, with assistants Abdullah Bora Özkara and Bahtiyar Birinci. The fourth official will be Çağdaş Altay. Fans can watch the match live on beIN SPORTS 1.
Key Players to Watch
Fans should keep an eye on Mauro Icardi, who has previously excelled against Beşiktaş, and Rafa Silva, who recently found his scoring touch.
With both teams in good form, this derby is expected to be a thrilling encounter. Football enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly anticipating the showdown. What are your predictions for this prestigious clash?
