Giresunspor caused a massive upset as they beat Galatasaray 1-0 last time out. They gave away quite a few chances, but Kocuk was amazing in goal and Keles' men somehow managed to keep a clean sheet. This was a major morale boost that Giresunspor needed after their recent bad patch. They will be in control of this game, as they often do at home, but the in-form Kasimpasa side will not be an easy prey. Kasimpasa beat Hatayspor 3-1 last time out. They've been in a good run, playing a high-tempo, attacking game, getting the best out of likes of Hajradinovic and Eysseric. Against Giresunspor, a team that excels at protecting its lead, they will need to fight hard not to fall back, so we can expect to see a more cautious display by the Istanbul team. 0:0
Emre Tasdemir, who wasn't expected to start against Kasimpasa, is injured. Joey Pelupessy is likely to start in midfield as Hamidou Traore is away on international duty for the Africa Cup of Nations. Souleymane Doukara is also away on international duty for the Africa Cup of Nations. Tomas Brecka is expected to deputise for the injured Jeffrey Bruma. Nabil Dirar, who wasn't expected to start against Giresunspor, is also sidelined with injury.
Giresunspor caused a massive upset as they beat Galatasaray 1-0 last time out. They gave away quite a few chances, but Kocuk was amazing in goal and Keles' men somehow managed to keep a clean sheet. This was a major morale boost that Giresunspor needed after their recent bad patch. They will be in control of this game, as they often do at home, but the in-form Kasimpasa side will not be an easy prey. Kasimpasa beat Hatayspor 3-1 last time out. They've been in a good run, playing a high-tempo, attacking game, getting the best out of likes of Hajradinovic and Eysseric. Against Giresunspor, a team that excels at protecting its lead, they will need to fight hard not to fall back, so we can expect to see a more cautious display by the Istanbul team. 0:0
Emre Tasdemir, who wasn't expected to start against Kasimpasa, is injured. Joey Pelupessy is likely to start in midfield as Hamidou Traore is away on international duty for the Africa Cup of Nations. Souleymane Doukara is also away on international duty for the Africa Cup of Nations. Tomas Brecka is expected to deputise for the injured Jeffrey Bruma. Nabil Dirar, who wasn't expected to start against Giresunspor, is also sidelined with injury.