The upcoming match between Besiktas and Shakhtar Donetsk at Tüpraş Stadyumu is poised to be a tactical battle. Shakhtar’s recent success and high scoring average give them a slight edge, but Besiktas’s resilience and home advantage could influence the outcome. Both teams will look to control possession and capitalize on counter-attacks.
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These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
A draw at halftime is a plausible scenario given the teams' cautious starts, though Shakhtar is slightly more favored to lead by the end of the match.
Both teams carry offensive threats, but Shakhtar's recent clean sheet record and high goal average suggest a balanced game where both teams are likely to score.
Shakhtar Donetsk is slightly favored with a -1.25 Asian handicap, reflecting their recent form. The odds suggest they have a strong chance to cover this spread, especially considering their 67% recent win rate and 3.0 goal average.
Over 1.5 goals is likely in the match, with odds favoring a game with at least two goals considering recent scoring trends and team form.
On July 24, 2025, Shakhtar Donetsk is expected to secure a victory against Besiktas, supported by their recent form and statistical advantages. The match could see multiple goals, with both sides likely to score, making it an engaging contest.
The last encounter between Besiktas and Shakhtar Donetsk was a 1-0 win for Shakhtar in July 2024, indicating a competitive rivalry with Shakhtar having a slight edge historically.
No major injury concerns are listed for either team at this time, implying both squads are likely to field their strongest lineups.
Expected to deploy a 4-2-3-1 or similar formation for both sides, with Shakhtar likely to emphasize a compact midfield and quick transitions, while Besiktas might adopt a more cautious approach possibly with a 4-3-3.
Shakhtar Donetsk has shown strong recent form with a 67% win rate over their last five matches, compared to Besiktas’s inactivity and lack of recent competitive fixtures, which may impact their sharpness.
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Besiktas currently has no recent competitive match data, which might impact their match readiness. Shakhtar Donetsk has shown strong recent form and a high win probability, giving them an edge in this encounter.
