Fenerbahce vs Hatayspor Prediction: Sunday's Bet Of The Day Is All About The Sebastian Szymański Show

Fenerbahce will welcome Hatayspor to the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium in the ninth round of the Turkish Super Lig.

The Yellow Canaries, who have exceeded expectations to the fullest in the early stages of the season, will be hoping to maintain their 100% record against a side that they have not lost to in their last three home matches, picking up two wins and a draw.

Let's have a look at the latest Turkish Super Lig predictions between Fenerbahce vs. Hatayspor, probable lineups, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Fenerbahce

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Fenerbahce have been bold as brass this season as not only have they been making headlines in the league but have maintained a 100% record in the Europa Conference League group stage campaign. Their 2-1 win over Spartak Trnava has put them in an advantageous position to advance in their Group H as they sit on top of the table with six points.

In the league, they made sure to maintain their flawless record, making it eight out of eight wins as they outwitted Kasimpasa with a 2-0 triumph away from home courtesy of goals from Edin Dzeko and Dusan Tadic.

The Yellow Canaries have left a trail of awe in their wake, recording sixteen consecutive wins in all competitions, establishing themselves as a powerhouse in the making. Their brilliance doesn't stop there as they remain unbeaten in nine home matches, recording eight wins and a draw that stretches to last season. There's no doubt that this is a record they'll want to keep intact as they maintain their unwavering dominance.

They currently occupy first place with 24 points in the standings and have maintained a two-point advantage over second-placed Galatasaray.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-5-1

Livakovic; Kadioglu, Rodrigo Becao, Djiku, Oosterwolde; Kahveci, Fred, Yuksek, Szymanski, Tadic; Dzeko

Hatayspor

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Hatayspor, on the other hand, have undeniably been a surprise package this season, and no one had anticipated the Antakya side to make such an impressive start to the 2023–24 Turkish Super League campaign, winning three and drawing five of their eight matches played.

Their match against Konyaspor at home saw them record a 3-1 win despite playing the second fiddle. This comes after a goalless draw against Sivasspor away from home to share the spoils.

The Star of the South are one of the three sides yet to suffer defeat alongside Fenerbahce and Galatasaray, which is a feel-good moment for them as they seek to keep things at that. However, it's also worth mentioning that they are currently on an eleven-match unbeaten run across all competitions, picking up six wins and five draws.

They currently occupy fifth place with 14 points in the standings, with sixth-placed Rizespor and three points behind third-placed Adana Demirspor.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Kardesler; Corekci, Kilama, Bekaroglu, Ghoulam; Matondo, Aburjania, Dele-Bashiru; Rivas, Dadashov, Strandberg

Match Facts

• Fenerbahce is currently on a five-match winning streak when playing against Hatayspor.
• Hatayspor have failed to win any of their last six matches in this fixture.
• Fenerbahce averages 3.5 goals per game when playing at home, and Hatayspor averages 1.25 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last six meetings, Fenerbahce have won five times, Hatayspor have won zero times, and there have been one draw, with the goal difference being 13-2 in favor of Fenerbahce.

Expert Betting Tips

Fenerbahce is lighting up the stage, delivering breathtaking performances that transcend borders and leagues. Not only have they maintained a two-point lead in the standings, but they are en route to their first league title since the 2010-11 season. They should have enough arsenal at their disposal to see off the threat of a Hatayspor side they have won five consecutive matches against.

Hatayspor have been impressive under the stewardship of Volkan Demirel this season and having played for Fenerbahce as a first choice goalkeeper until his retirement in 2019, Demirel will be out to haunt his former club as he steers his side to a shocking win away from home despite the odds being stacked against them. 

Despite the scales tipped in favor of a commanding win for Fenerbahce at home, we are inclined to think that Sebastian Szymański will be at the center of it all, with the 24-year-old scoring five goals in eight matches so far, which makes him more likely to get his name on the scoresheet and add to his tally of goals a sixth.

• Anytime Goalscorer - Sebastian Szymański for 2.75
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.97
• Total - Over 3 for 1.68