Predictions for the SüperLig game Kocaelispor vs. Çaykur Rizespor
Kocaelispor - Çaykur Rizespor betting tip & best odds | 31.10.2026
Kocaelispor host Çaykur Rizespor at Kocaeli Stadyumu on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 14:00 in SüperLig Matchday 10. The home side are seventh on 15 points, five ahead of Rizespor in 13th, but the visitors’ away record suggests this could be a closer contest than the table indicates.
Our betting tips for Kocaelispor vs Çaykur Rizespor
There are good reasons to expect a competitive match in Kocaeli. Kocaelispor have the stronger league position and have won three of their four home fixtures, while Rizespor have shown that they can pick up results on the road. The visitors’ away record—three wins, one draw and one defeat—is notably strong, even if their overall form has been less convincing. Here are our two betting tips today:
- Draw (Tip X) at odds of 3.53 – Kocaelispor’s home advantage and recent results make them difficult to dismiss, but Rizespor’s away performances point to a side capable of resisting pressure. With the hosts’ league record containing no draws so far, a stalemate may be due, and the visitors have enough resilience to make this a tight encounter. The draw is our main football betting tip.
- Both teams to score: Yes at odds of 1.75 – Each team has scored 11 goals in the league, and both have shown attacking potential. Rizespor’s recent 3–4 defeat to Trabzonspor was a high-scoring example of their ability to find the net, but also highlighted defensive vulnerability. Kocaelispor have scored in their latest league match, a 2–1 win away to Alanyaspor. Both sides scoring is a reasonable second selection for today’s football prediction.
These picks balance Kocaelispor’s home edge against Rizespor’s encouraging away record. As with any football bets today, odds can change and no selection is guaranteed; consider your stake carefully.
Best odds and bookmaker options
The listed 1X2 prices are closely matched: Kocaelispor to win is available at 2.70 with Mozzart, the draw at 3.53 with 1win, and a Çaykur Rizespor victory at 2.69 with 1win. That narrow spread reflects the tension between Kocaelispor’s better position and Rizespor’s strong away results. For the goals market, Both teams to score—Yes is priced at 1.75 with Paripesa, while No is 2.06 with 1win. Our experience comparing bookmakers shows why checking several offers matters: the best price can vary by market and operator. You can also explore our best betting sites page when comparing available options.
Kocaelispor performance check
Kocaelispor have put together a promising start to the campaign and enter Matchday 10 in seventh place with 15 points. Their record of five wins and four defeats, with no draws, shows a team that has tended to produce decisive results. They have scored 11 goals and conceded nine, giving them a positive goal difference and a comparatively solid defensive record. At home, Selçuk İnan’s side have won three of four matches and lost once, without a draw. That strong return at Kocaeli Stadyumu is a major reason they will be viewed as a dangerous opponent, even against a team that travels well.
Their most recent result in all competitions was a 3–0 home win over Mazıdağı Fosfatspor, while their latest SüperLig outing brought a 2–1 away victory against Alanyaspor. Those wins should provide confidence, though the broader last-five record—three wins and two defeats—shows that their form has not been flawless. Kocaelispor’s 11 league goals suggest a capable attack, but their relatively modest total also hints that they may not always overwhelm opponents. Against Rizespor, a measured approach could be important: the hosts have the home advantage, but will need to manage the visitors’ counterattacking threat.
How is Çaykur Rizespor currently doing?
Çaykur Rizespor sit 13th with 10 points after nine matches, having recorded three wins, one draw and five defeats. They have scored 11 goals, matching Kocaelispor’s total, but have conceded 15. That difference points to a defensive concern for Recep Uçar’s team and helps explain their lower league position. Their recent sequence across all competitions is one win, one draw and three defeats, so they arrive with less momentum than their hosts.
However, Rizespor’s away record is a notable counterpoint to their overall standing. They have won three of five away matches, drawn once and lost once, demonstrating that they can be effective outside their own stadium. Their latest match was a 3–4 home defeat to Trabzonspor, also their most recent SüperLig result. Scoring three goals in that game underlines their attacking potential, but conceding four reinforces the concern that they can be exposed defensively. If Uçar’s side can tighten up at the back while maintaining their forward threat, they are capable of taking something from this trip.
The last direct duels
The most recent meeting in all competitions ended in a 2–0 home win for Çaykur Rizespor, and the latest SüperLig head-to-head also finished 2–0 to Rizespor. That result gives the visitors a positive recent reference point, though it does not settle the question of how this fixture will unfold at Kocaeli Stadyumu. Across the last five meetings in all competitions, the balance is close: Kocaelispor have one win, there have been two draws, and Rizespor have won twice. The two draws in that short run support the possibility of another evenly matched game, while the latest result is a reminder that Rizespor can trouble Kocaelispor.
Match outlook and final prediction
Kocaelispor have the stronger league position, a better overall goal difference and a convincing home record, so they deserve respect as the hosts. Their recent 2–1 league win and 3–0 cup result also offer signs of confidence. Yet Rizespor’s three away wins from five matches make an outright home selection less appealing, particularly with the visitors’ attacking output matching Kocaelispor’s league total. Rizespor’s defensive record is the clearest weakness, but their ability to score could keep them in the contest.
Our main prediction is a draw, with the 3.53 price offering a potentially attractive return in a fixture where the teams’ strengths pull in different directions. We also expect both sides to score: Kocaelispor should make use of home advantage, while Rizespor have shown enough attacking quality to find a reply. For readers looking beyond this fixture, our betting tips for tomorrow provide further match previews and sports betting ideas. Always bet responsibly and only stake what you can afford to lose.
Performance
Kocaelispor performance of the last 5 home matches
Çaykur Rizespor performance of the last 5 away matches
Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
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1
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Galatasaray
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25 | 10 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 12 | 11 |
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2
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Amed SK
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20 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 20 | 10 | 10 |
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3
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Trabzonspor
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19 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 22 | 8 | 14 |
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4
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Beşiktaş
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18 | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 10 | 8 |
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5
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Fenerbahçe
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16 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 23 | 8 | 15 |
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6
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Kasımpaşa SK
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16 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 4 |
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7
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Kocaelispor
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15 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 9 | 2 |
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8
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BB Erzurumspor
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14 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 12 | -4 |
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9
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Çorum FK
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13 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 15 | 3 |
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10
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Göztepe
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12 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 19 | 16 | 3 |
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11
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Alanyaspor
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12 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 11 | -2 |
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12
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İstanbul Başakşehir
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11 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 14 | -2 |
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13
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Çaykur Rizespor
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10 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 15 | -4 |
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14
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Gaziantep FK
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8 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 15 | -6 |
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15
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Konyaspor
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8 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 13 | -7 |
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16
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Gençlerbirliği
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8 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 18 | -11 |
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17
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Samsunspor
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4 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 21 | -13 |
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18
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Eyüpspor
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3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 23 | -21 |
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