Samsunspor desperately need points on Sunday, Nov 1 at 2:00 PM in the Süper Lig. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

İstanbul Başakşehir come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Samsunspor travel struggling badly (0W 5L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. İstanbul Başakşehir won their last outing, while Samsunspor suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours İstanbul Başakşehir here — they've won 7 of 10 previous meetings against Samsunspor, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in İstanbul Başakşehir won 3–0.

Verdict: İstanbul Başakşehir look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Samsunspor will make it uncomfortable. İstanbul Başakşehir to win.