Italy vs Turkey Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 05 Oct 2026
Italy vs Turkey Predictions
The betting sites might have been too generous with their odds of -182 when it comes to the BTTS Yes selection. We can’t see any reason why Italy and Turkey won’t find the net.
Scroll down to view our Italy vs Turkey betting preview, where we break down our main match prediction in full, followed by our correct score pick, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
Italy vs Turkey Preview
Italy welcome Turkey to Stadio Renato Dell'Ara, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Monday 5 October.
Italy played France on their travels in their last game. It was a 1-1 Nations League draw at Stade de France. Gli Azzurri enjoyed just 35% possession and had three shots on target, while Alessandro Bastoni was the goalscorer.
Turkey were defeated in their previous game. On their travels, they suffered a 3-0 Nations League loss against Belgium at Stade Maurice Dufrasne. Vincenzo Montella's team recorded eight shots on goal and had 47% possession.
H2H: Teams’ Previous Head-to-Head Saw 4-1 Italy Victory
The last head-to-head saw Italy claim a 4-1 away win over Turkey at Bursa Buyuksehir Belediye Stadyumu.
| Nations League | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |  Italy |
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 5:4 | 4 |
| 4 |  Turkey |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 8 | -7 | 1:8 | 0 |
6 wins, 3 losses and 1 draw, averaging 2.3 goals from 6.0 shots on goal and 17.0 attempts. Italy have had 52.9% possession, 515.5 passes and 6.1 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.8 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 12.4 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 4.3 corners.
Top scorer Moise Kean has found the net 5 times, with Francesco Pio Esposito and Mateo Retegui getting 4 and 3 respectively. Leading assistor is Federico Dimarco with 4, while goalkeepers Gianluigi Donnarumma and Guglielmo Vicario have collectively recorded 3 clean sheets.
Turkey have won 4, lost 5 and drawn 1, with an average of 1.0 goals from 17.2 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal. The Crescent-Stars average 54.7% possession, 6.1 corners awarded and 3.9 corners against them, while conceding 1.5 goals from 12.0 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal.
Baris Alper Yilmaz has scored 2 goals, followed by Kaan Ayhan, Arda Guler, Kerem Akturkoglu and Ferdi Kadioglu on 1. Orkun Kokcu has had 3 assists, with Ugurcan Cakir notching 3 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.
Main Match Prediction
Let’s take a chance on the BTTS Yes option when it comes to this Nations League clash. We really like the -182 that is available and feel confident that the teams can both find the net.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (competitive matches):
The football experts at Sportsgambler.com are aware of injuries that could affect the outcome along with the form guide. We also leave no stone unturned when it comes to presenting the latest Nations League stats.
The latest odds imply that our pick has a 64.5% prospect of winning. Based on our experts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 70%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.
BTTS Yes and Over 2.5 Goals are similar picks and they can be combined together on the Total Goals & Both Teams to Score market. Consider going down this route if you’re looking for slightly bigger odds.
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Correct Score Prediction
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Turkey
We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves the teams playing out a 1-1 draw. Odds of +600 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.
Corners Prediction
Turkey have been awarded an average of 6.10 corners in the past 10 games, while the corner count against Italy has been more than 3.5 in the last four matches. There are odds of -119 available when it comes to this Team Corners bet and we think Turkey can cover the line.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve got a same-game multi with three options: both teams scoring, Turkey with the +1.25 Asian Handicap along with Turkey to finish with over 3.5 corners.
A bet builder is a great alternative for football punters who want to focus their wagering on a single game. The bookmakers provide this personalised betting facility where you select various picks and the odds are combined.
Italy vs Turkey Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
With a 69% prospect of triumphing according to the 1x2 odds, Italy are favourites to come out on top in this Nations League clash and they’re available at -227 with the bookmakers. The +500 means that Turkey are seen as having the lowest probability of succeeding.
Some insurance is provided if you back Italy Asian Handicap -1.25 at -119. If they only beat Turkey by a goal, you get half your stake back. A bigger margin of victory and it’s a full payout.
For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. BTTS wagering is popular and you can back Yes at -179 on the Both Teams to Score market.
The best football betting sites cover Nations League games in serious depth and there are hundreds of markets. We recommend scanning through the various bets before picking out the best angle.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Italy Stats
Turkey Stats
- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.30 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 4.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.10 corners awarded and 4.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.50 corners awarded and 5.00 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.50 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 6.10 corners awarded and 3.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.50 corners awarded and 3.90 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.40 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 52.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.90% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches
Italy vs Turkey Lineups & Team News
Before making your bets, take a look at the Italy vs Turkey team news. Get the predicted and confirmed Nations League lineups plus the latest injury updates from us.
Previous Italy Lineups
Previous Turkey Lineups
Italy Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Silvio Baldini
Turkey Player Stats & Squad
Nations League Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Belgium | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:1 | 6 |
| 3 | Italy | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:4 | 4 |
| 4 | Turkey | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1:8 | 0 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greece | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Netherlands | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:4 | 5 |
| 3 | Germany | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Serbia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:6 | 0 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10:4 | 9 |
| 2 | England | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 11:3 | 6 |
| 3 | Croatia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3:12 | 3 |
| 4 | Czech Republic | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:7 | 0 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portugal | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7:3 | 9 |
| 2 | Denmark | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6:7 | 3 |
| 3 | Norway | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5:6 | 3 |
| 4 | Wales | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:4 | 3 |
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