Caykur Rizespor is set to welcome Galatasaray in a crucial Süper Lig match on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the Çaykur Didi Stadyumu. With Galatasaray currently topping the league table, they aim to maintain their lead, while Caykur Rizespor is eager to secure a result that could help them climb the standings.
In their previous encounter earlier this season, Galatasaray triumphed over Caykur Rizespor with a 3-1 victory in August. They also secured a narrow 2-1 win on Rizespor’s home turf last February. Presently, Caykur Rizespor sits in 12th place, looking to improve their position, whereas Galatasaray leads the league with an impressive 49 points from 20 matches.
Galatasaray comes into this match with momentum, having achieved consecutive league victories: a convincing 3-1 win against Fatih Karagümrük and a dominating 4-0 performance against Kayserispor. Conversely, Caykur Rizespor has struggled recently, with draws against Alanyaspor and Başakşehir, following a defeat to Göztepe.
In terms of player availability, Caykur Rizespor faces challenges with injuries to Husniddin Aliqulov and Loide Augusto, as well as the suspension of Furkan Orak. Galatasaray, on the other hand, will be missing suspended players Mario Lemina and Metehan Baltacı, while Leroy Sané and Arda Ünyay are sidelined due to injuries.
Statistical trends provide insight into the teams’ styles: Galatasaray has maintained 62% possession this season, scoring 47 goals while conceding just 14. Mauro Icardi leads their scoring charts with 10 goals, backed by Victor Osimhen’s eight and Baris Yilmaz’s seven assists. Caykur Rizespor, averaging 49% possession, has notably found success with six goals scored from outside the box, indicating they may rely on long-range shots and Qazim Laci’s playmaking to threaten Galatasaray’s defense.
A victory for Caykur Rizespor would elevate them to 23 points, helping to distance themselves from relegation woes. Meanwhile, a win for Galatasaray would bolster their title ambitions, pushing their points total to 52. Even a draw would keep them competitive at 50 points, maintaining pressure on their rivals. The upcoming match promises to be a decisive clash as both teams strive to achieve their objectives.