Sakaryaspor vs Genclerbirligi prediction and betting tips on January 6, 2025

Game Prediction

In the 18th round of the Turkish 1st League on January 6, 2025, Sakaryaspor will face Genclerbirligi. Both teams, especially the hosts, are at risk of relegation and are determined to secure a win in this crucial match.
Our prediction for the Sakaryaspor vs Genclerbirligi match
The "Green-Blacks" had a chance to return to the Super League last season. However, they managed only third place in the regular season with 60 points, and surprisingly lost in the playoffs to Bodrum. The "Red-Blacks" finished eighth with 51 points.
This season, both teams have declined. Mesut Bakkal’s Sakaryaspor has managed just five wins and 21 points in 18 matches—only Adanaspor has performed worse. Genclerbirligi hasn’t fared much better, earning just two more points. After losing their last two matches, the visitors replaced their coach, bringing in Eroglu.
Sakaryaspor averages 1.18 goals scored per game while conceding slightly over 1.4 goals. Genclerbirligi’s attack is weaker, scoring just one goal per match on average, but they concede less at 1.12 goals per game.
Sakaryaspor vs Genclerbirligi: Key statistics and trends
- Sakaryaspor has lost only one of their last five league matches in 2024.
- 59% of Sakaryaspor’s games see both teams scoring, with an average of 2.59 total goals per match.
- Genclerbirligi has lost two consecutive matches.
- 47% of Genclerbirligi’s games see both teams scoring, with an average of 2.12 total goals per match.
Possible starting lineups
Sakaryaspor (possible lineup): Dadakdeniz - Giorbelidze, Akbas, Akkan, Ovacikli, Hanalp - Teklic, Akgun, Okechukwu, Roshi - Mamba
Genclerbirligi (possible lineup): Erenturk - Durmaz, Zhuzhek, Babacan, Berber - Mimaroglu, Etebo, Okuyar, Nalepa, Amilton - Jitte
Previous matches: Sakaryaspor vs Genclerbirligi
The "Red-Blacks" have lost only one of their last nine head-to-head encounters, winning five, including a 3-1 home victory last year.
Free prediction for Sakaryaspor vs Genclerbirligi
The hosts must fight for maximum points in this match. We recommend betting on a win with a "0" handicap (odds – 1.72).
Keep track of the Turkish 1st League standings and your team’s form before placing your next bet.
