Football Season Guide

Basaksehir finished only 5th last season. This despite having the Golden Boot winner Eldor Shomurodov (22) and the GK with the 2nd most clean sheets Muhammed Sengezer (12) in their ranks. The Two-Headed Eagles had the 3rd best defence in the entire league. Only champs Galatasaray and Goztepe were better. Scored plenty of goals too. Yet only 16 wins were secured D9 L9. This left them way behind the top 3. After 3 years in charge coach Arslan resigned early last season. Left in September when the team were only 13th. Nuri Sahin took over. Did well to improve the results. He now had a proper pre-season. Already major disappointment suffered. Out of Europe at the first hurdle in July. Can focus all their attention on the league, so this could be beneficial long term. Made sure Shomurodov stayed permanently. He will continue to be the main star up front. Skov Olsen arrived to start often on the flank. Veteran Visca (36) is also a capable winger. At his age he will likely be used only as an impact sub. Leo Duarte the main departure from the solid all year defence. Well replaced already. Bayram is a promising young CB. Added 2 new LBs also. No changes in midfield. Rely on continuity in that zone. Look ready to seek another top 5 finish.