Süper Lig Showdown: Alanyaspor Host Gaziantep FK in a Battle for Mid-Table Supremacy
As the Turkish Süper Lig season approaches its crucial mid-point, Alanyaspor are set to host Gaziantep FK at their home ground, Gain Park Stadyumu, on November 3, 2025, at 17:00 UTC. This clash pits two sides with aspirations of climbing the table against each other, promising a tactical battle under the Mediterranean evening sky in Alanya. While not a fierce historical rivalry, every point is vital as teams jockey for position, making this encounter a significant one for both clubs and their ambitions for the 2025/2026 campaign.
Will Alanyaspor leverage their strong home advantage and historical dominance to secure three points, or can Gaziantep FK continue their recent resurgence and upset the odds on the road? The stage is set for an intriguing contest where current form meets head-to-head history.
Head-to-Head: A Historical Edge for Alanyaspor
The historical data between Alanyaspor and Gaziantep FK paints a clear picture of Alanyaspor’s dominance. The two teams have met 19 times since 2015, with Alanyaspor securing 12 to 13 victories, compared to Gaziantep FK’s 3 wins, and only 1 match ending in a draw.
- Total Matches Played: 19
- Alanyaspor Wins: 12-13
- Gaziantep FK Wins: 3
- Draws: 1
The goal-scoring averages from these encounters suggest a relatively open game, with an average of 2.94 goals per match in direct meetings. Their most recent league meeting saw Alanyaspor emerge victorious with a 1-0 win against Gaziantep FK on May 9, 2025. This suggests Alanyaspor often finds a way to break down Gaziantep’s defense.
Current Form & Team News
Alanyaspor
Alanyaspor’s form in the 2025/2026 Süper Lig season has been described as “Average,” currently placing them 9th in the table with 3 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses from their matches so far. Their home form is considered good, while their away form has been poor.
In their last five Süper Lig matches, Alanyaspor’s performance has been somewhat inconsistent:
- October 25, 2025: Kocaelispor 2-0 Alanyaspor (L)
- October 19, 2025: Alanyaspor 1-0 Goztepe (W)
- October 4, 2025: Genclerbirligi 2-2 Alanyaspor (D)
- September 26, 2025: Alanyaspor 0-1 Galatasaray (L)
- September 21, 2025: Basaksehir 1-1 Alanyaspor (D)
This translates to a recent form of: L-W-D-L-D. Alanyaspor did not lose their last five consecutive matches at some point during the 2024/2025 season. Managed by Natanael João Pereira Costa, Alanyaspor will be looking to their key players like Efecan Karaca and Oğuz Aydın to provide creativity and attacking impetus. No major injury or suspension news has been explicitly reported for this specific match, though last-minute fitness checks are always crucial.
Gaziantep FK
Gaziantep FK enters this match in “Good” overall form for the 2025/2026 Süper Lig season, sitting 7th in the league with 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses. They have shown good form both at home and away. Importantly, Gaziantep FK did not lose their last three matches in the competition heading into the current period.
Their last five Süper Lig fixtures show a more positive trend:
- October 27, 2025: Gaziantep 0-4 Fenerbahce (L)
- October 19, 2025: Gaziantep 3-2 Antalyaspor (W)
- October 5, 2025: Karagumruk 0-2 Gaziantep (W)
- September 27, 2025: Gaziantep 2-2 Samsunspor (D)
- September 20, 2025: Trabzonspor 1-1 Gaziantep (D)
This gives Gaziantep FK a recent league form of: L-W-W-D-D. Under the guidance of coach İsmet Taşdemir, Gaziantep FK will likely rely on the experience of players like Alexandru Maxim and the attacking prowess of their forwards to trouble the Alanyaspor defense. Similar to Alanyaspor, specific injury or suspension details for this exact fixture are not available, so both teams are presumed to be near full strength.
Tactical Preview
Alanyaspor, playing at their home ground, Gain Park Stadyumu, with a capacity of 9,789, will likely aim to control possession and exploit the flanks. Given their average home scoring record and tendency for matches with under 2.5 goals, they might adopt a patient build-up, looking for opportune moments to strike. Their defensive solidity at home will be key. They might opt for a 4-3-3 or a 4-2-3-1 formation to maximize attacking options while maintaining midfield control.
Gaziantep FK, despite their strong overall form, might adopt a slightly more cautious approach away from home, possibly a 4-4-2 or a 4-2-3-1, focusing on quick transitions and counter-attacks. Their ability to score away from home (1.5 goals per match average this season) suggests they carry a significant attacking threat. The midfield battle will be crucial, with both teams likely vying for control in the central areas to dictate the pace of the game.
The weather in Alanya in early November is generally mild and pleasant, unlikely to significantly impact play. Travel fatigue will be more of a factor for the visiting Gaziantep side, though professional athletes are accustomed to such schedules. The pitch conditions at Gain Park Stadyumu are expected to be excellent, favoring fluid football.
