Gaziantep FK vs Kasımpaşa

As the Turkish Super Lig approaches its conclusion, Gaziantep FK and Kasimpasa are set to face off at Gaziantep Stadyumu on Saturday evening. This encounter, while not pivotal for title aspirations or relegation battles, holds significance for both teams aiming to finish the season on a positive note.

Gaziantep FK, currently positioned 13th with 43 points from 34 matches, have ensured their stay in the top flight, sitting seven points clear of the relegation zone. However, their recent form has been concerning. Following a defeat to Alanyaspor on May 10, the club parted ways with head coach Selcuk Inan, appointing Ibrahim Kursat Daloglu as the interim manager. Under Daloglu's guidance, the team managed a goalless draw against Antalyaspor last weekend, extending their winless streak to five matches, including four consecutive losses prior to the draw. This slump marks their longest period without a victory since a seven-game winless run between mid-August and late September.

Despite their struggles, Gaziantep have been relatively strong at home, securing 33 of their 43 points at Gaziantep Stadyumu. However, they aim to avoid a third straight home defeat after losses to Fenerbahce and Alanyaspor in their recent fixtures.

On the other side, Kasimpasa find themselves in 9th place with 46 points. After an impressive top-five finish last season, they have been unable to replicate that success this term. The club underwent a managerial change earlier in the season, replacing Sami Ugurlu with Buruk Yilmaz in February. Yilmaz's tenure has been marked by inconsistency, recording six wins, three draws, and five losses in his first 14 matches.

Kasimpasa began the season with an eight-match unbeaten run on the road but have since won only three of their nine away games in 2025, conceding 18 goals during that span. Their recent form includes a 2-2 draw against Gaziantep in January, highlighting the competitive nature of this fixture.

Historically, matches between these two sides have been closely contested. In their last ten meetings, Kasimpasa have secured five victories, Gaziantep have won three times, and two matches have ended in draws. Notably, Gaziantep triumphed 2-0 in their most recent home encounter against Kasimpasa in April 2024.

As both teams prepare for this clash, they will be eager to end their seasons on a high note. Gaziantep will look to leverage their home advantage to break their winless streak, while Kasimpasa aim to improve their away form and climb higher in the standings. With both sides having little to lose, an open and competitive match is anticipated.