Rizespor vs Galatasaray Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Super Lig, February 17, 2025
Rizespor vs Galatasaray Preview
- Competition: Super Lig
- Date: Monday, February 17
- Time: 04:30 PM GMT
- Venue: Caykur Didi Stadyumu
Caykur Rizespor vs Galatasaray will take place at Caykur Didi Stadyumu in the Turkish Super Lig on February 17. On Monday evening, the table toppers will travel to face the 12th-placed team.
Caykur Rizespor are having a decent season but still, they can improve their position in the table. They haven’t been consistent with their performance and will surely look to use their home advantage against the Turkish giants. Playing against Rizespor at their home will not be an easy task for Buruk’s men but surely this will be an exciting clash for sure. In 22 games, they have won eight drawn three and lost 11 games, with 27 points on the board they are sitting in the 12th position. They have lost points consistently and surely need to focus on their defence as Galatasaray’s attack is the best in the league. They can’t afford to lose back-to-back matches as they can then fall into the relegation zone.
The Turkish giants retained their six-point lead at the top of the Super Lig after securing maximum points against bottom-placed Adana, albeit in controversial circumstances. After the drama in the domestic league, Galatasaray faced a heavy defeat to the Dutch side AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Europa League knockout playoffs on Thursday, as they lost by 4-1. Now they have to perform very well in the second leg to progress into the next round and surely Buruk will look to give his key players some rest before that fixture. Against Rizespor Buruk will surely rotate his squad as the players on the bench are also good enough to get them results away from home.
On that note let’s take a look at Rizespor vs Galatasaray team news:
Rizespor Team News
Rizespor will be without Dal Varesanovic and Samet Akaydin, both suspended due to accumulated yellow cards. Eray Korkmaz is out due to injury and the rest of the players are fit to play.
Galatarasaay Team News
Yunus Akgun and Ismail Jakobs are sidelined due to muscle injuries and Mauro Icardi is out due to a ligament injury. The rest of the players are fit and will be available for the match.
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Rizespor vs Galatasaray Predicted Lineups
Rizespor Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: Tarik Cetin
Defenders: Taha Sahin, Attila Mocsi, Samet Akaydin, casper Hojer (C)
Midfielders: Mithat Pala, Giannis Papanikolaou
Forwards: Rachid Ghezzal, Dal Verasanovic, Babajide david, Ali Sowe
Galatasaray Predicted Lineup (3-4-1-2):
Goalkeeper: Fernando Muslera (C)
Defenders: Kaan Ayhan, Davinson Sanchez, Abdulkerim Bardakci
Midfielders: Elias Jelert, Lucas Torreira, Gabriel Sara, Roland Sallai
Forwards: Dries Mertens, Victor Osimhen, Ahmed Kutucu
Rizespor vs Galatasaray Head-to-Head Record
Both teams have clashed 35 times, out of which Rizespor won five games, eight games ended in draws and Galatasaray won 22 fixtures. In the last five games, Galatasaray won all those games comfortably.
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 14/09/24 | Galatasaray 5-0 Rizespor | Super Lig |
| 08/03/24 | Galatasaray 6-2 Rizespor | Super Lig |
| 28/10/23 | Rizespor 0-1 Galatasaray | Super Lig |
| 27/02/22 | Galatasaray 4-2 Rizespor | Super Lig |
| 03/10/21 | Rizespor 2-3 Galatasaray | Super Lig |
Key Players to Watch in Rizespor vs Galatasaray
Ali Sowe (Rizespor)
The Gambian international is known for his quality in the final third. With his clever runs and physicality, he can break any defence in the Super Lig. Even though scoring against the Turkish giants is a whole different thing and will be a tough task he is someone who can create a lot of trouble for the away side. Sowe has played for a lot of clubs but mostly on a loan basis.
In 22 matches he has played 1720 minutes and has scored 10 goals till now. In the last five games, he has taken 10 shots out of which four were on target and also made an interception. Sowe is a team player who will definitely play a key role in the upcoming fixture.
Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray)
He is athletic and has an impressive spring in his leap when competing aerially. The Nigerian can bring the ball down but can knock the ball on for runners on either side of him. His first touch is of the highest quality and he can bring the ball down on his chest or with either foot. Athletically he is a powerful striker who can beat any defender in the world and he is a clinical finisher inside the box.
In 16 games, he has scored 12 goals and provided four assists, in six Europa League games he scored five goals and provided one assist. In the last five games, he took 23 shots out of which nine were on target. Due to his consistent performance, he is a fan favourite and surely he can make a difference on the pitch.
Rizespor vs Galatasaray Prediction
Despite being the away team Galatasaray are the favourites to win this fixture. Rizespor is not an easy place to get points as the atmosphere is hostile and away teams suffer a lot there but quality-wise Galatasaray are a much better side. Most probably the away team will win this fixture and will get all three points.
Predicted Score: Rizespor 1-3 Galatasaray
Where to Watch Rizespor vs Galatasaray Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| United States | beIN SPORTS |
| United Kingdom | beIN SPORTS |
| Australia | N/A |
| Canada | TSN |
| India | N/A |
When is Rizespor vs Galatasaray?
Rizespor vs Galatasaray match will be played at Caykur Didi Stadyumu
Where to Watch Rizespor vs Galatasaray for free?
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What is the Predicted Score of Rizespor vs Galatasaray?
Rizespor 1-3 Galatasaray.
What is the head-to-head record of Rizespor vs Galatasaray?
In the last five games, Galatasaray won all five games against Rizespor.