Bursaspor vs Pendikspor Predictions

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1. Lig1. Lig · Turkey
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Bursaspor

Bursaspor

Full Time

2 - 0

AI predicted 2 - 1

Pendikspor

Pendikspor

🗓️ Monday, 19 Oct 2026 at 20:00 GMT+3 (venue time) · 17:00 UTC (your time)📍 Bursa Büyükşehir Stadyumu, Bursa

Win Probability (1X2)

Bursaspor 54%Draw 27%Pendikspor 19%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: Bursaspor Win

Match Result

7.5/10

Bursaspor Dominate Pendikspor with Convincing 2-0 Home Win

Bursaspor delivered a commanding performance at the Bursa Büyükşehir Stadyumu, dispatching Pendikspor 2-0 to secure a vital three points in the 1. Lig. The hosts asserted their authority from the outset, controlling possession and creating a flurry of chances, with goals in each half sealing the outcome. Pendikspor, meanwhile, struggled to muster any attacking threat, failing to register a single shot on target throughout the match. The home side's dominance was evident in the statistics, boasting 67% possession and firing 16 shots, nine of which were on target. Bursaspor’s attacking intent paid dividends early, and they maintained their grip on the contest, rarely allowing Pendikspor a foothold. Despite a physical contest that saw five yellow cards, Bursaspor’s composure and tactical discipline ensured a deserved victory.

😅 AI Prediction Report

CLOSE BUT NO CIGAR

Predicted

2 - 1

⚡

Actual

2 - 0

✅Result
❌BTTS
❌O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results1/3 hit

1X2 — Home
✅
Over/Under 2.5 Goals — Over
❌
Both Teams to Score — Yes
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Key Moments

10' — Goal

K. Ịheanachọ opens the scoring for Bursaspor, finishing off a flowing move to give the hosts an early lead.

35' — Yellow Card

Pendikspor’s S. Abifade booked for a late challenge as the visitors struggle to contain Bursaspor’s midfield.

44' — Yellow Card

J. Elitim of Bursaspor shown a yellow for a tactical foul, halting a rare Pendikspor break.

62' — Goal

Bursaspor double their advantage, capitalizing on sustained pressure to make it 2-0.

70' — Yellow Card

Pendikspor’s T. İnce receives a yellow card as frustration mounts for the visitors.

Bursaspor

Bursaspor

8.2/10

Bursaspor were in complete control from start to finish, dictating the tempo and pinning Pendikspor back with relentless pressure. Their 4-2-3-1 formation allowed for fluid attacking interplay, with the midfield trio orchestrating play and the full-backs providing width. The early goal set the tone, and Bursaspor never looked back, adding a second after the break to put the result beyond doubt. Defensively, they were rarely troubled, with the back line and goalkeeper K. Matisli enjoying a relatively quiet evening.

Key Players

K. Ịheanachọ: Opened the scoring in the 10th minute, leading the line with energy and intelligence.
Lincoln: Pulled the strings in midfield, helping Bursaspor dominate possession and transition quickly.
J. Elitim: Anchored the midfield, broke up play, and contributed to both defensive solidity and attacking buildup.

Strengths

Dominant possession playHigh shot volume and accuracyEffective pressing and midfield control

Weaknesses

Occasional over-commitment leading to foulsCould have been more clinical to extend the lead further
Pendikspor

Pendikspor

5/10

Pendikspor endured a difficult evening, unable to cope with Bursaspor’s intensity and ball retention. Their 4-1-4-1 setup was intended to provide midfield solidity, but they were overrun and forced into a reactive, defensive posture. Struggling to build attacks, Pendikspor failed to register a shot on target and were limited to just 33% possession. Their physical approach resulted in 18 fouls and three yellow cards, but it did little to disrupt Bursaspor's rhythm.

Key Players

V. Soldo: Battled valiantly at the heart of defence, making several key interventions to keep the scoreline respectable.
E. Dadük: Made several saves to prevent a heavier defeat, standing up well under constant pressure.

Strengths

Committed defensive effortPhysicality in midfield battles

Weaknesses

Lack of attacking threat (0 shots on target)Struggled to keep possessionHigh foul count leading to disciplinary issues

Tactical Analysis

Bursaspor’s 4-2-3-1 formation allowed them to dominate central areas, with the double pivot of J. Elitim and S. Aydoğdu providing both defensive cover and progressive passing. The attacking trio behind Ịheanachọ exploited the spaces between Pendikspor’s lines, frequently combining with overlapping full-backs. Their high pressing forced turnovers and kept Pendikspor penned in their own half. Pendikspor’s 4-1-4-1 shape was intended to congest midfield, but they were unable to disrupt Bursaspor’s rhythm or transition effectively. The lack of width and attacking support left J. Clarke-Harris isolated up front, and Pendikspor’s attempts to break forward were stifled by Bursaspor’s pressing and positional discipline. Set pieces offered little respite, with Bursaspor defending corners comfortably and creating several chances from their own seven corners.

Turning Point

K. Ịheanachọ’s early goal in the 10th minute set the tone and forced Pendikspor onto the back foot for the remainder of the match.

Man of the Match

K. Ịheanachọ

Scored the crucial opener, led the line superbly, and was a constant threat to the Pendikspor defence.

Bursaspor vs Pendikspor: Match Preview

Bursaspor enter this match sitting second in the 1. Lig, having won six of their opening nine fixtures and averaging nearly two goals per game. Their home form has been solid, with two wins, a draw, and a single defeat, while their recent five-match run (LWDWW) shows a side capable of bouncing back quickly from setbacks. Pendikspor, by contrast, are 13th, with just two wins all season and a particularly poor away record, having conceded 13 goals in five away matches and winning only once on their travels.

Statistically, the matchup is defined by Bursaspor’s attack against Pendikspor’s leaky defence. Bursaspor generate 15.6 shots and 4.8 on target per match at home, while Pendikspor allow 2.6 goals per away game and have managed only one clean sheet all season. Both sides have seen four of their last five matches end with both teams scoring, and Bursaspor’s matches have gone over 2.5 goals in 78% of cases, suggesting a high goal environment. Set-piece data also points to an open contest, with Bursaspor averaging over six corners per game and Pendikspor conceding heavily from wide areas.

The model expects Bursaspor to control possession and create the bulk of chances, but Pendikspor’s ability to score in every one of their last five league outings means a clean sheet for the hosts is far from assured. The most likely scenario is a home win with both teams on the scoresheet, driven by Bursaspor’s superior attacking metrics and Pendikspor’s defensive frailties, but with enough attacking threat from the visitors to keep the scoreline competitive.

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Win Probability
Bursaspor 55% Draw 23% Pendikspor 22%

Over 2.5 Goals

57%

BTTS: Yes

56%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 2-1 · 1-0

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Bursaspor vs Pendikspor Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
54%
27%
19%
Bursaspor 54%Draw 27%Pendikspor 19%
Both Teams to Score
57%
43%
Yes 57%No 43%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
58%
42%
Over 2.5 58%Under 2.5 42%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
65%
35%
Over 9.5 65%Under 9.5 35%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Bursaspor vs Pendikspor that most previews miss.

  • 1Bursaspor’s matches have gone over 2.5 goals in 7 of 9 league games (77.8%), the highest rate among the top three sides.
  • 2Pendikspor have conceded multiple goals in four of their five away league matches, shipping 13 in total on their travels.
  • 3Bursaspor average 6.4 corners per game over their last five, while Pendikspor allow nearly five per match, pointing to a likely high set-piece count.

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The Case For This Bursaspor vs Pendikspor Prediction

This fixture pits a promotion-chasing Bursaspor, second in the table, against a Pendikspor side struggling on their travels and defensively vulnerable. Bursaspor’s attacking output at home (2 goals per game) and Pendikspor’s away concession rate (2.6 per game) point toward a contest with clear home advantage but also a decent chance for both to find the net.

Key Factors at a Glance

Attack

  • →Bursaspor average 1.89 goals scored per game and have scored in every home match this season.

Defence

  • →Pendikspor concede 2.6 goals per away game and have kept just 1 clean sheet in 9 league matches.

Match Context

  • →Both teams have scored in 4 of their last 5 league matches.

🚩 Bursaspor vs Pendikspor Corners Prediction

medium confidence
10.9expected total corners
Over 65%
Under 35%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 6.3 corners for Bursaspor and 4.6 for Pendikspor, for an expected total of 10.9. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (65%). Over 8.5: 76% · Over 10.5: 53%.

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How Bursaspor and Pendikspor Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Bursaspor vs Pendikspor Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

BursasporBursasporlast 5 matches
Kelechi IheanachoXI
7 goals in 5
100%

In exceptional form

Halil AkbunarXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Hüseyin Maldarsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

LincolnXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

PendiksporPendiksporlast 5 matches
Emrah BaşsanXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Y. Sönmezsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

B. Karadenizsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

H. YesilXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

T. E. InceXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Bursaspor have taken 10 points from their last five matches and remain firmly in the promotion race, with only a surprise home defeat to Mardin 1969 breaking their momentum. Pendikspor, meanwhile, are winless in four of their last five league outings and have struggled defensively, particularly away from home, conceding four in their most recent trip to Sivasspor.

Bursaspor vs Pendikspor — Last 10 Matches

BursasporBursasporLast 10 results
W2-0
W3-0
L1-2
W2-1
D2-2
W2-1
W4-0
W2-1
L1-2
W1-0
Wvs Pendikspor2-0
W@ Muğlaspor3-0
Lvs Mardin 19691-2
W@ Batman Petrolspor2-1
Dvs Esenler Erokspor2-2
W@ Manisa F.K.2-1
Wvs İstanbulspor4-0
W@ Kayserispor2-1
L@ Fatih Karagümrük1-2
Wvs Iğdır FK1-0

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Prolific attack — 2.0 goals/game (last 5)
  • +45.45% clean sheet rate this season
  • +Over 2.5 goals in 72.73% of games this season
PendiksporPendiksporLast 10 results
L0-2
L1-2
L1-4
D1-1
D1-1
W1-0
L0-2
D1-1
W3-2
L1-4
L@ Bursaspor0-2
Lvs Vanspor FK1-2
L@ Sivasspor1-4
Dvs Bodrum FK1-1
D@ Boluspor1-1
Wvs Ümraniyespor1-0
L@ Sarıyer0-2
Dvs Bandırmaspor1-1
W@ Antalyaspor3-2
L@ Keçiörengücü1-4

Strengths

  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games

Concerns

  • −Inconsistent — 3+ losses in last 5
  • −Leaky defence — 2.4 conceded/game
  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches

What History Says: Bursaspor vs Pendikspor

There is no available head-to-head data for this fixture, so no historical dominance or recurring patterns can be established between Bursaspor and Pendikspor.

Bursaspor vs Pendikspor Head-to-Head History

Last 1 meeting between these sides

1

Bursaspor wins

0

Draws

0

Pendikspor wins

100%0% draws0%
19 Oct 26Bursaspor vs Pendikspor2-0

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Bursaspor vs Pendikspor

With bookmaker odds unavailable, no explicit value edges can be identified. However, the model’s strong lean towards Bursaspor (54% win probability) and the high probability for both teams to score and over 2.5 goals suggest these would be the markets to monitor for value once odds are posted.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Bursaspor Win1.4054.0%-17.4%
Drawvalue4.1027.0%+2.6%
Pendikspor Winvalue6.5019.0%+3.6%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.6058.0%-4.5%
Under 2.52.3042.0%-1.5%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes1.7357.0%-0.8%
No2.0043.0%-7.0%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 4.10EV +0.107
1X2: Pendikspor Win @ 6.50EV +0.235

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Things to Watch: Bursaspor vs Pendikspor

  • ⚠️No head-to-head data available, so historical matchup trends are unknown.
  • ⚠️Pendikspor’s recent away performances include a heavy defeat and a draw with high possession but limited output, adding variance.

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Final Verdict

Bursaspor 2–1 Pendikspor

Bursaspor are projected to edge this contest 2-1, with their 1.89 goals per game average and Pendikspor’s 2.6 conceded per away outing the clearest statistical drivers. The principal risk is Pendikspor’s habit of scoring even in defeat—having found the net in all of their last five—so a high-scoring draw or a narrow home win with both sides scoring remains plausible.

Bursaspor vs Pendikspor: Common Questions

Who will win Bursaspor vs Pendikspor?

Bursaspor are rated 54% likely to win, with Pendikspor at 19% and the draw at 27%. The home side’s superior scoring rate and Pendikspor’s defensive struggles make them clear favourites.

Will both teams score in Bursaspor vs Pendikspor?

The probability for both teams to score is 57%, as both sides have seen BTTS in four of their last five league matches and neither has failed to score in that span.

How many goals are expected in Bursaspor vs Pendikspor?

There’s a 58% chance of over 2.5 goals, driven by Bursaspor’s 1.89 goals per game and Pendikspor’s 1.22 scored but 1.89 conceded per match, with both teams regularly involved in high-scoring games.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Bursaspor vs Pendikspor: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline — season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 12 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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