Samsunspor vs Shkendija: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Samsunspor prepare to host Shkendija on February 26, 2026, with kick-off at 18:45, this EUROPE: Conference League, Knockout Round Play-off fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Samsunspor, currently 14th in the standings with 0 points from 0 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 0 points from 0 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 1 win in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 0 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 1 goals scored.

Shkendija, sitting 15th with 0 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 0 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 0 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Samsunspor and Shkendija have favored Samsunspor, with Shkendija claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Shkendija, Samsunspor recorded a 1-0 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Kocuk, Tomasson, van Drongelen, Satka, Yavru, Ntcham, Makoumbou, Assoumou, Holse, Mendes, Ndiaye. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Shkendija's last outing came against Samsunspor, where they secured a 0-1 defeat using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Gaye, Webster, Meljichi, Fetai, Murati, Alhassan, Ramadani, Spahiu, Zejnullai, Tamba, Ibraimi. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Looking ahead, Samsunspor are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Samsunspor and Shkendija are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Samsunspor's fixtures have averaged 2.6 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Shkendija's games average 2.2 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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