Turkey vs Georgia – Match Preview

The European Championship’s Group F begins with Turkey facing Georgia. This match is set for Monday, June 18th, 2024, at the BVB Stadion Dortmund. It will start at 16:00 GMT. This is the first round for both teams. They are looking to gain an early lead in the group. Bookmakers favor Turkey with odds of 1.70, while Georgia’s odds stand at 5.00. A victory is crucial for both sides as they aim to start their campaigns strongly.

Turkey – Form

Recently, Turkey has faced some challenges. They lost 2:1 to Poland in a Friendly on June 10, 2024. Before that, they drew with Italy on June 4, 2024. Their series of disappointing results includes a 6:1 loss to Austria on March 26, 2024. These outcomes suggest a tough period for Turkey.

Georgia – Form

Georgia comes into this match with varied results. They beat Montenegro 3:1 in a Friendly on June 9, 2024. This victory ended a three-match losing streak. They also drew with Greece and won against Luxembourg in the European Championship. These results show Georgia’s resilience.

Turkey – Georgia – Head to Head

The last encounter between Turkey and Georgia was on May 24, 2012. Turkey won 3-1. In their last 10 meetings, Turkey has won 3 times, and Georgia has won once. The rest ended in draws. This history shows Turkey’s advantage.

In their recent matchups, both teams scored in 3 out of 5 games. Turkey has conceded goals in their last 4 matches against Georgia. This could be a concern for them in the upcoming match.

Turkey – Georgia – Standings

As the tournament starts, both teams are at the beginning of their journey in Group F. They have no points or goals yet. Turkey is ranked 4th, and Georgia 2nd, based on alphabetical order. This match is a chance for both to set a positive tone for their campaigns. Bookmakers’ odds suggest Turkey might feel the pressure to win.

Turkey vs Georgia – Top scorers

Turkey’s goal-scoring efforts are distributed among their players. Hakan Calhanoglu, Ferdi Kadioglu, Baris Alper Yilmaz, Kenan Yildiz, and Bertug Yildirim each scored once in the European Championship. Georgia’s attack is led by Georges Mikautadze with 5 goals. Zuriko Davitashvili and Budu Zivzivadze have also contributed significantly. This shows both teams have strong offensive capabilities.

Turkey vs Georgia – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers’ odds are 1.70 for Turkey, 3.70 for a draw, and 5.00 for Georgia. Despite Turkey’s recent form, their historical performance against Georgia is better. Georgia has been winning their last three matches. The neutral venue could make the match more balanced. Injuries and suspensions might also influence the outcome.

Alternative betting options include “halftime-fulltime” and “draw-no-bet” for Turkey. The “double-chance” market offers a bet on either a Georgia win or draw. These options cater to various betting preferences.

Turkey vs Georgia – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are 2.20, and for “Under 2.5” goals, they are 1.67. Past meetings have seen high scores. Turkey’s recent defensive issues and Georgia’s solid defense suggest a varied outcome. The “Over 2.5” option could be valuable, considering their history.

Turkey vs Georgia – BTTS Betting

Odds are 2.10 for “btts:true” and 1.667 for “btts:false.” This suggests a moderate chance of both teams scoring. Considering their past encounters and recent performances, “BTTS: Yes” at 2.10 is an appealing bet. However, teams might start cautiously in the first round.

Turkey vs Georgia – Prediction