Besiktas vs Crystal Palace Prediction | October 22, 2026

In this Besiktas vs Crystal Palace prediction and match preview, we look at the UEFA Europa League fixture scheduled for October 22, 2026 at 22:00 Turkey time, using the available data. The recent form of both teams and their balance of goals scored and conceded suggest an eventful match. You can find analysis of other fixtures on our predictions page.

Match Information

League: UEFA Europa League
Date: October 22, 2026
Time (Turkey): 22:00
Home team: Besiktas
Away team: Crystal Palace

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Recent Form

Besiktas have won 4 and lost 1 of their last five matches, with no draws. The sequence reads W-W-L-W-W, and four wins from five show that the home side has strong momentum. Returning to winning ways after their single defeat suggests the attacking rhythm has been maintained.

Crystal Palace present a different picture. The visitors have 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last five matches, with a sequence of L-L-W-L-D. A team that has lost three of its last five will likely find it harder to build confidence on the road. Comparing the two form lines, Besiktas look a step ahead psychologically.

League Standings

No standings data was provided for this match, so this preview focuses on form and goal statistics. You can follow the current tables on our standings page.

Goal Expectation and Key Stats

The goal numbers are the most striking part of this match. Besiktas average 2.8 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match. That balance points to a team that is productive going forward but can leave space at the back. The average total goals in Besiktas matches is 4.2, which is a very high level over this five-match sample. Besiktas matches have finished Over in all five games (100%), and both teams scored in 80% of them. The rate of higher-scoring matches stands at 60%.

Crystal Palace have a different profile. The visitors score just 1.0 goals per match while conceding 2.2. Their attacking output is limited, and their defence is under pressure. The average total goals in Palace matches is 3.2, with an Over rate of 60% and a both-teams-to-score rate of 40%. At a lower goal line, Palace's Over rate is 80%, so goals do tend to arrive in their matches, but much of that comes from what they concede.

Putting the two sets of numbers side by side gives a clear takeaway: Besiktas' high scoring output meets a Crystal Palace defence that concedes 2.2 goals per match. Palace's chance of finding the net away from home looks lower, given their 1.0 average and 40% both-teams-to-score rate. The data therefore supports a high goal expectation, with the goals more likely to come mainly from the home side.

The tag highlighted for this match in iTahmin data is "Over potential", rated strong/playable, with a low risk level. The reasons behind it are the average goal level and the high Over rate.

iTahmin Verdict

On the numbers, Besiktas appear to enter this match with the advantage. Four wins in the last five, 2.8 goals per match and a 100% Over record show the home side's attacking strength. Crystal Palace have lost three of their last five and profile as a team that scores 1.0 and concedes 2.2 goals per match.

The goal expectation is high: total goal averages of 4.2 for Besiktas and 3.2 for Palace favour a high-scoring match over a low-tempo one. Even so, surprises are always possible in football, and a single match can change course through an early goal, a card or squad rotation. This assessment reflects only a general expectation based on the available statistics.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and what time is Besiktas vs Crystal Palace?

The match will be played on October 22, 2026 at 22:00 Turkey time.

Which league or tournament is Besiktas vs Crystal Palace part of?

The match is part of the UEFA Europa League.

What is the recent form of the teams?

Besiktas have 4 wins and 1 defeat in their last five matches, while Crystal Palace have 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats.

This content is for informational purposes only. It is not advice, and no outcome is guaranteed.