Eyüpspor vs Kocaelispor

Süper LigMatchweek 11
Ref: M. DakanRecep Tayyip Erdoğan Stadyumu, İstanbul · 14,234 cap
Fipster Pick
Away WinmediumHit

Match recap

Kocaelispor beat Eyüpspor 2–0 in their Süper Lig fixture. Agyei and Kutlu scored for Kocaelispor. Expected-goals data put the chance balance at 0.26 for Eyüpspor versus 1.00 for Kocaelispor. Eyüpspor sit 14th in the Süper Lig table while Kocaelispor are 4th.

FıpsterSelf-Score Card
Underconfident✓ Hit
Fipster's Pick✓
1–2
HT 0–1
Final Result
0–2
HT 0–2
50%Fair
C
✓Outcome✗Exact score✗Both scored✗Goals✗Halftime
Fipster's self review7 Nov 2026

Outcome probability

Eyüpspor 21%Draw 22%Kocaelispor 57%

Eyüpspor and Kocaelispor face off in the 11th round of the regular season, with both sides eager to improve their standings. Kocaelispor currently enjoy better form and sit higher in the league table, while Eyüpspor look to find their scoring touch.

Match factors

Tactical Advantagehigh

Kocaelispor's midfield dominance

Berkan Kutlu's scoring and playmaking form gives Kocaelispor a creative edge in midfield.

Statistical Edgehigh

Eyüpspor's scoring struggles

Eyüpspor averages only 0.3 goals per game with 80% games failing to score, limiting their attacking threat.

Form Momentummedium

Kocaelispor's better recent form

Kocaelispor has won 50% of recent games and scored in 4 of last 5, contrasting Eyüpspor's poor run.

Tactical Advantagemedium

Zak Jules' dual threat

Jules contributes defensively and offensively with assists and goal, enhancing Eyüpspor's set-piece threat.

Statistical Edgehigh

Kocaelispor's defensive solidity

Kocaelispor concedes less than 1 goal per game, better than Eyüpspor's 2.8, likely to limit home scoring.

The context

The head-to-head record between these two sides is fairly balanced, with Kocaelispor holding a slight edge having won three of their six encounters. Kocaelispor's recent league form is stronger, boasting six points from three games compared to Eyüpspor's three points. This suggests a competitive match but with Kocaelispor as favourites.

Analysis

Kocaelispor's midfield dynamo Berkan Kutlu leads the charge with four goals this season, including three in his last five matches, providing a creative and scoring edge. Eyüpspor's top scorer Ahmed Abdullahi has struggled to find the net consistently, with only two goals this season and limited scoring in recent away games. Defensively, Kocaelispor concede fewer goals per game than Eyüpspor, which could limit the home side's attacking threat. Zak Jules offers Eyüpspor some set-piece threat, but overall Kocaelispor's form and defensive solidity give them the upper hand.

Key facts

  1. 1.Kocaelispor rank 4th with 6 points from 3 games; Eyüpspor rank 14th with 3 points.
  2. 2.In 6 meetings, Kocaelispor have won 3, Eyüpspor 2, with 1 draw.
  3. 3.Kocaelispor average 2.00 points per game, double Eyüpspor's 1.00.
  4. 4.Berkan Kutlu is Kocaelispor's top scorer with 4 goals this season.
  5. 5.Eyüpspor struggle offensively, averaging 0.3 goals per game.
  6. 6.Kocaelispor concede less than 1 goal per game, better than Eyüpspor's 2.8.
  7. 7.Zak Jules contributes both defensively and offensively for Eyüpspor.

Prediction

We expect Kocaelispor to take an early lead, reflected in the predicted halftime score of 0-1. Eyüpspor will respond in the second half, but Kocaelispor's quality should see them edge the match 2-1. The game is likely to feature a few cards, with three predicted in total.

Player Insights

Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists

Home — Eyüpspor

Ahmed Abdullahi

Ahmed Abdullahi

Attacker

Eyüpspor

Total Goals
2
League avg: 0.57
8 played
7 starts
523 mins
~65 mins/game

Away — Kocaelispor

Berkan Kutlu

Berkan Kutlu

Midfielder

Kocaelispor

Total Goals
4
League avg: 0.57
10 played
10 starts
828 mins
~83 mins/game
Metehan Altunbaş

Metehan Altunbaş

Attacker

Kocaelispor

Total Goals
1
League avg: 0.57
10 played
3 starts
322 mins
~32 mins/game

The verdict

In a closely contested match, Kocaelispor's superior form and midfield creativity should prove decisive. Eyüpspor will fight hard, but the visitors are favoured to leave with all three points in a 2-1 win.

Prediction generated 3 Nov 2026, 06:10 UTC · Fipster Model v1.166

Prediction Q&A

Who did Fipster predict to win Eyüpspor vs Kocaelispor?
Fipster's AI model predicted Kocaelispor to win against Eyüpspor.
What score did Fipster predict for Eyüpspor vs Kocaelispor?
Fipster predicted a final score of Eyüpspor 1–2 Kocaelispor.
What were the win probabilities for Eyüpspor vs Kocaelispor?
Fipster's model gave Eyüpspor a 21% chance of winning, Kocaelispor a 57% chance, and a 22% chance of a draw.
How confident was Fipster in this prediction?
Fipster's model assigned this prediction 57% confidence — a medium-confidence call.