Trabzonspor are slightly favored to win this Super Lig clash, with most early markets rating them around 2.10 to win compared to 3.30 for Kocaelispor and 3.40 for the draw based on their stronger squad depth and recent top-four league finishes. Their attacking options, including in-form forwards and a more consistent defensive unit, give them a marginal edge with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match between Kocaelispor and Trabzonspor is scheduled to start at 2:00 PM local time on January 18, 2026, which corresponds to 11:00 AM UTC given Turkey’s typical winter time zone alignment. Fans should double-check on matchday for any last-minute schedule or daylight-saving related adjustments announced by the league.

The game will be played at Kocaelispor’s home ground, the Izmit-based stadium traditionally known as Kocaeli Stadium in the city of Izmit, Turkey. This modern venue has a capacity of around 34,000 spectators, with an enclosed bowl design and strong local support that often creates a loud, hostile atmosphere for visiting Super Lig sides.

Prediction: Trabzonspor to win, with an away victory priced near 2.10, offering decent value given their higher league position and stronger recent form compared to newly resurgent Kocaelispor. Kocaelispor’s home advantage and solid defensive structure suggest a tightly contested match, so a cautious alternative could be Trabzonspor draw-no-bet around 1.55–1.65 in many markets.

In recent head-to-head meetings in official Turkish competitions, Trabzonspor have generally held the upper hand over Kocaelispor, recording more wins and scoring more goals across the last 5–10 encounters. However, Kocaelispor’s shock 1–0 win over a title-chasing Galatasaray earlier in the 2025–26 season shows they are capable of upsetting bigger clubs at home, adding intrigue to this fixture.