Eyupspor head into this one in inconsistent form, managing just one win in five before back-to-back victories gave them some momentum. Sitting 14th, defensive solidity has been a concern all season, conceding an average of 1.3 goals per home game while keeping a clean sheet only 25 percent of the time — notably below the league average for defensive security. Rizespor arrive in considerably better shape, winning three of their last five away from home, and their away record this season paints a lively picture: BTTS triggered in 69 percent of away matches compared to the league average of 54 percent, with clean sheets a rarity at just 12 percent.

The limited head-to-head record favours Rizespor, who won the only prior meeting. Given their attacking output on the road and Eyupspor's vulnerability at home, goals look likely here. The visitors appear undervalued, and this fixture has the ingredients for an open, entertaining contest.