Kasımpaşa vs Trabzonspor

In the final match of round 34 in the 2024-25 Turkish Super Lig, Kasimpasa and Trabzonspor face off on Monday, with the visitors aiming to keep their faint European aspirations alive.

Trailing the last European qualification spot by seven points with only five games left, Trabzonspor are under pressure, while Kasimpasa, three points behind them, look to close the gap.

Kasimpasa bounced back last weekend with a convincing 3-1 win against Sivasspor, ending a short two-game winless streak and securing three victories in their last five league matches.

Although they’re unlikely to replicate last season’s fifth-place finish, sitting 14 points shy of last year’s 56-point total with five games to go, Kasimpasa remain a formidable force at home under Burak Yilmaz. Unbeaten in their last six home league games, they’ve won four and drawn two, hoping to carry that form forward.

Historically, Kasimpasa have been competitive against Trabzonspor, winning twice and losing only once in their last four meetings, including a 2-2 draw in this season’s earlier clash.

Yilmaz’s side are targeting a top-half finish, and a victory here would significantly bolster their chances.

Meanwhile, Trabzonspor arrive buoyed by a dramatic 4-3 victory over Alanyaspor, showcasing their attacking flair but exposing defensive frailties that frustrated coach Fatih Tekke.

Riding a wave of momentum with four consecutive wins across all competitions, including a Turkish Cup semi-final triumph over Goztepe to earn a final against Galatasaray, Trabzonspor are in strong form.