Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Turkish Super Lig match.
The Istanbul derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe this coming Monday is poised to decide the destination of the league title. A victory for Fenerbahçe would close the gap on their rivals to just three points, with them also holding the advantage on head-to-head record.
Galatasaray
Galatasaray head into this crucial match of the season on a four-game winning streak and remain undefeated in their 23 Super Lig matches. However, their Europa League play-off round tie against AZ Alkmaar exposed their weaknesses, with AZ Alkmaar finding the net six times across the 180 minutes (6:3 on aggregate). Victor Osimhen has scored three goals in the past week (a brace against Rizespor and one against AZ Alkmaar), so expect the Nigerian to pose a significant threat.
Fenerbahçe
Unlike their rivals, Fenerbahçe progressed to the Europa League last 16, establishing a comfortable lead in the first leg against Anderlecht (3:0 and 2:2). They have won every domestic game in 2025 (nine in a row), and following a dominant victory over Kasimpasa (3:1), Fenerbahçe have overtaken Galatasaray on goal difference (+37 vs +36).
Galatasaray vs Fenerbahçe Prediction
Earlier this season, Galatasaray defeated Fenerbahçe away from home (3:1), scoring three unanswered goals in the first hour. Fenerbahçe will most likely be seeking revenge, and the Istanbul derby is set to deliver goals once again.
