Laura Rozo
The UEFA Conference League is back in action and the duel between Trabzonspor vs Basel will be one of the games chosen to welcome the playoffs. Both teams are looking to qualify for the round of 16, although the match is taking place in the midst of a complex situation in the Turkish country following the most recent earthquake. In solidarity with the situation, the money collected from the tickets will be donated to the victims of the catastrophe.
Today, at JefeBet we present our analysis, predictions and other information on the clash between these two European teams,Trabzonspor vs Basel.
We encourage you to check out our reviews of BetMGM and Unibet, the odds’ providers for this preview.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Trabzonspor vs Basel for the Conference League Playoffs First Leg Game on February 16, 2023
- Where: Medical Park Stadyumu, Trebisonda, Turkey
- When: Thursday, February 16, 2023, 12:45 (GMT-5)
- BetMGM Moneyline: Trabzonspor (-120) / Tie (+270) / Basel (+290)
- Unibet Asian Handicap: Trabzonspor (AH -0.5, -118) / Basel (AH +0.5, -103)
- BetMGM Over/Under (2.5): Over (-135), Under (-105)
- Both teams score from BetMGM: Yes (-145) / No (+100)
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Trabzonspor Preview
The Turks come into this Trabzonspor vs Basel match anxious for a place in the last 16 of the Conference League. The team led by Abdullah Avcı finished in third place in Group H in Europa League, below Monaco and Ferencvaros.
In the Süper Lig, Trabzonspor occupies the sixth place with 38 points. Their most recent match was against leaders Galatasaray, and they ended up losing 2-1 with a goal by Maximiliano Gómez in the first minute. In this new challenge, the tigers will have to get organized at the back to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past if they want to remain in the international arena.
Possible lineup (4-5-1): Uğurcan Çakır; Vitor Hugo, Bruno Peres, Stefano Denswil, Tymoteusz Puchacz; Edin Višća, Dorukhan Toköz, Berat Ayberk Özdemir, Anthony Nwakaeme, Anastasios Bakasetas; Maximiliano Gómez.
Basel Preview
Basel finished second in their group behind Nice. The team coached by Swiss Alexander Frei registers two wins, three draws and one loss so far in the tournament. Their most recent international match was against Pyunik, and they lost 2-1 with goals from Darian Males and Anton Kade.
This Trabzonspor vs Basel is the last chance for the visitors to fight for a title this season, as they are in sixth place in the Swiss Super League, 20 points behind the leaders with little chance. Unfortunately, their level has not been the best, but they still have a chance to qualify for the next phase.
Possible lineup (4-1-3-2): Marwin Hitz; Michael Lang, Kassim Nuhu, Andy Pelmard, Riccardo Calafiori; Fabian Frei; Hugo Novoa, Andy Diouf, Zeki Amdouni; Liam Millar, Andi Zeqiri.
JefeBet Prediction
For this big game between Trabzonspor vs Basel, we think that the one who will take the three points will be the home team.
Although their pace in the local league is not outstanding, Trabzonspor has shown the level to go head-to-head against various clubs and has the task of giving their fans a reason to celebrate in the midst of a very difficult moment.
Prediction: Trabzonspor wins 2-1.
