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ISTANBUL (Interstat) — Fenerbahce SK hosts Rams Başakşehir FK on Saturday, May 2, in a crucial Süper Lig matchup at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium, with both clubs seeking momentum in the closing weeks of the season.

Fenerbahce enters the match following a 3-0 loss at Galatasaray on April 26, a defeat that likely damaged its title aspirations. The setback snapped a four-match unbeaten run that included wins over Kayserispor (4-0) and Besiktas (1-0). Overall, Fenerbahce has won five of its last eight, with two draws and the loss to its archrival.

Rams Başakşehir arrives on a high after a 4-0 victory over Kasimpasa on April 24, its third clean sheet in four matches. The club has not lost in six games, posting four wins and two draws since a March 14 defeat at Galatasaray. Başakşehir’s defense has been stingy, allowing just two goals during that stretch.

The Interstat game simulator projects a 2-1 victory for the home side.

Fenerbahce has been potent offensively at home, scoring at least twice in seven of its last nine league matches at Şükrü Saracoğlu. Başakşehir, meanwhile, has shown resilience on the road, with three draws and two wins in its last six away contests.

The teams are meeting in the second half of the season. Fenerbahce seeks to rebound from its derby disappointment, while Başakşehir looks to continue its climb up the standings with a strong defensive performance.

Following Saturday’s contest, Fenerbahce travels to Konyaspor on May 9. Başakşehir hosts Samsunspor the same day.