Trabzonspor Faces Alanyaspor Without Star Striker Onuachu
Trabzonspor travels to Corendon Alanyaspor seeking to extend their winning streak to seven matches in the Trendyol Süper Lig, but will have to do so without key forward Paul Onuachu. The Nigerian international was ruled out of Saturday’s match due to a muscle injury sustained in training.
Onuachu’s Injury Impacts Trabzonspor’s Attack
The absence of Onuachu, currently a leading goalscorer in the league, represents a significant setback for Abdullah Avcı’s side. Trabzonspor defeated Galatasaray 2-1 in their previous outing, closing the gap on league leaders Galatasaray to just four points. Maintaining this momentum will be crucial as the season enters its final stages.
Match Details and Lineups
The match at Alanya Oba Stadium kicked off at 17:00 local time and is being broadcast on beIN Sports 1. Here are the starting lineups:
- Corendon Alanyaspor: Victor, Lima, Aliti, Ümit, Enes, Duarte, Makouta, Janvier, Efecan, Ui-jo, Güven
- Trabzonspor: Onana, Savic, Chibuke, Mustafa, Pina, Tim, Ozan, Oulai, Zubkov, Nwakaeme, Augusto
Historical Context: A Competitive Rivalry
This marks the 20th meeting between Corendon Alanyaspor, and Trabzonspor. In their 19 previous encounters, Alanyaspor has secured 8 wins, while Trabzonspor has claimed 6 victories, with 5 matches ending in draws. Alanyaspor holds a slight edge in goal difference, with 33 goals scored compared to Trabzonspor’s 28.
Alanyaspor’s Home Advantage
Corendon Alanyaspor has historically been strong at home against Trabzonspor, winning 5 of their 9 matches played in Alanya. Trabzonspor has only managed 2 wins on Alanyaspor’s home turf, with 2 games ending in draws. Alanyaspor has scored 18 goals in these home fixtures, while Trabzonspor has responded with 11.
The first match of the season between the two sides ended in a 1-1 draw in Trabzon.
Other Absences for Trabzonspor
In addition to Onuachu, Trabzonspor will also be without Ernest Muçi and Arseniy Batagov due to existing injuries.
FAQ
- What time did the match start? The match started at 17:00 local time.
- Where is the match being played? The match is being played at Alanya Oba Stadium.
- Who is missing from the Trabzonspor squad? Paul Onuachu, Ernest Muçi, and Arseniy Batagov are unavailable for selection.
- How many times have these teams played each other? They have played each other 19 times prior to this match.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on Trabzonspor’s midfield, particularly Ozan Tufan, who is one yellow card away from suspension.
Stay tuned for live updates and analysis as Trabzonspor battles for crucial points in their pursuit of the Süper Lig title.
