Turkey vs Bulgaria Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds – 15 November 2025
This 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier sees Turkey hosting Bulgaria on 15 November 2025. Turkey are aiming to secure a top-two finish in Group E, while Bulgaria have had a very poor campaign and will play for pride.
Match Overview
- Match: Turkey vs Bulgaria
- Date: 15 November 2025
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier – UEFA Group E
- Venue: Timsah Arena, Turkey
- Kick-off Time: Approx ~17:00 GMT (~22:30 IST)
Match Preview
Turkey have impressed in Group E—they’ve won three of their four matches and are still in contention for the top spot. Bulgaria have lost all four of their football matches so far, scored just once and conceded 16 goals.
With Turkey’s attacking potency and home advantage, they appear strong favourites. Bulgaria’s morale is low and their defence weak, which suggests Turkey should dominate both possession and chances.
Recent Form
Turkey – Last 5 Matches
- Win vs Georgia 4-1
- Loss vs Spain 0-6
- Win vs Bulgaria 6-1 (earlier meeting)
- Other results: mixed but strong at home.
Bulgaria – Last 5 Matches
- Loss vs Spain 0-4
- Loss vs Georgia 0-3
- Loss vs Turkey 1-6
- Ongoing struggles and poor defensive record.
Head-to-Head Record
Turkey have dominated recent meetings with Bulgaria. They won the last encounter 6-1 and have generally been far stronger.
Given this history and current form, Turkey enters with a clear edge.
Team News
Turkey
- Missing some players: e.g., injury to Yunus Akgün; disciplinary issues for Eren Elmalı.
- Expected to play aggressively at home with offensive emphasis.
Bulgaria
- Several injured/suspended players: Anton Nedyalkov, Petko Hristov, Ivan Turitsov among those out.
- Defence severely tested; morale low.
Probable Lineups
Turkey Predicted XI
- GK: Uğurcan Çakır
- LB: Mert Müldür
- CB: Merih Demiral
- CB: Abdülkerim Bardakçı
- RB: Ferdi Kadıoğlu
- CM: İsmail Yüksek
- CM: Hakan Çalhanoğlu
- CM: Arda Güler
- LW: Kerem Aktürkoğlu
- ST: Kenan Yıldız
- RW: Irfan Kahveci
Bulgaria Predicted XI
- GK: Nikolay Mitov
- LB: Ivaylo Chochev
- CB: Petko Hristov
- CB: Domen Bozhinov
- RB: Ivan Turitsov
- CM: Stanislav Shopov
- CM: Dimitar Kostadinov
- CM: Daniel Minchev
- LM: Bozhidar Kostov
- ST: Kiril Despodov
- RM: Georgi Rusev
Odds Analysis
- Turkey Win: Strong favourite (~1.10-1.20 implied).
- Draw: Much higher odds (~9.00‐11.00)
- Bulgaria Win: Very high odds (~26.00+)
- Over 2.5/Over 3.5 goals: With Turkey’s attacking record and Bulgaria’s defensive frailties, higher scoring expected.
- Both Teams to Score – No looks favourable given Bulgaria’s scoring issues.
Betting Tips
- Turkey to Win – Most logical outcome.
- Turkey to Win & Over 2.5 Goals – Turkey likely to score multiple goals.
- Both Teams to Score – No – Bulgaria may struggle to find the net.
- Correct Score: Turkey 3 – 0 Bulgaria – Good value while conservative.
Score Prediction
Turkey 3 – 0 Bulgaria
Based on form, history and context, Turkey should win comfortably and likely keep a clean sheet.
Full Match Fixtures
| Date | Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Nov 2025 | Turkey vs Bulgaria | Timsah Arena, Turkey | ~17:00 GMT (~22:30 IST) |
Final Thoughts
Turkey approach this match with momentum, home advantage, and a strong attacking squad. Bulgaria are in poor form, defensively fragile and low on morale. Expect Turkey to dominate and claim a decisive victory. Use this full analysis as your guide for the Turkey vs Bulgaria match on 15 November 2025.
