Besiktas vs Marseille Prediction (17.09.2026)

Besiktas managed to reach the group stage of the Europa League without much difficulty, although they eliminated opponents who were definitely below their level. Now the bar is raised higher, as in their first match of the group stage, the Turkish team will have to measure their strength against the French Marseille.

Besiktas's recent performance certainly inspires confidence, as the team is on a streak of three consecutive victories in the league, including one against Fenerbahce. Marseille is on the other end of the spectrum, having lost each of their last three league matches and entering the Europa League a bit shaken. Additionally, we must consider the home advantage, as away games in Turkey are certainly not easy.

Besiktas has the necessary class to win this match, and their strong current form and home advantage further tip the scales in their favor. Given Marseille's unimpressive performance in recent weeks, my prediction is a victory for Besiktas.

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