Trabzonspor vs Hearts Prediction (Conference League) Odds and Bets 22.10.2026

Last update at 21 October, 2026Reading time: 5 minutes

Trabzonspor

Hearts

Conference League, 17:45 @ 22.10.2026

Trabzonspor welcome Hearts to Papara Park on Thursday, 22 October, for Matchday 2 of the 2026/27 UEFA Conference League. The Turkish side opened their European campaign with a 4-2 victory over KuPS, while Hearts drew 1-1 with Nordsjælland.

Thomas Reis’s team have won four consecutive matches, scoring 13 goals and beating Galatasaray and Beşiktaş along the way. Hearts arrive in very different circumstances after Sunday’s humiliating 7-1 defeat to Celtic. Their defensive problems could prove costly against Mohamed Salah and a confident Trabzonspor attack. I’m backing the hosts to win, with the handicap market offering a more ambitious alternative.

Trabzonspor vs Hearts: Match Preview

Trabzonspor enter Thursday’s contest as clear favourites at 3/10, with Hearts priced at 7/1. The Turkish side have found their scoring rhythm under Reis, while Hearts need a significant improvement after their heavy defeat in Glasgow.

Match information	Details
Fixture	Trabzonspor vs Hearts
Competition	UEFA Conference League 2026/27
Date	Thursday, 22 October 2026
Round	League phase, Matchday 2
Kick-off	5:45pm BST
Venue	Papara Park, Trabzon
UK TV coverage	TNT Sports 3, HBO Max

Home advantage and recent attacking form make Trabzonspor difficult to oppose, although the short price limits the potential return.

Recent Form and Key Results

Trabzonspor have won four consecutive matches under Thomas Reis, scoring 13 goals and conceding just twice during that impressive run.A 4-0 victory over Galatasaray was followed by a 3-0 win at Samsunspor. They then opened their Conference League campaign with a 4-2 success against KuPS before beating Beşiktaş 2-0 on Monday. Mohamed Salah has been central to that improvement. The former Liverpool winger scored against KuPS and Beşiktaş and has nine goals in 11 appearances across all competitions. There are some selection concerns, however. Paul Onuachu, Arseniy Batahov, Ruslan Malinovskyi and Onuralp Çevikkan are among the reported absentees, while Okay Yokuşlu remains doubtful.

Hearts arrive after a devastating 7-1 defeat at Celtic Park, where Wouter Vrancken’s side struggled to handle quick attacking movements and conceded repeatedly after losing possession.The Scottish visitors had previously beaten St Mirren 5-0 and drawn 1-1 with Nordsjælland in their Conference League opener. Oisin McEntee scored against the Danish side, but Hearts conceded an 86th-minute equaliser despite registering seven shots on target. Hearts sit third in the Scottish Premiership with 16 points from nine matches, although defensive injuries involving Blair Spittal, Ageu, Tom Renaud and Craig Halkett complicate their preparations.

Statistic	Trabzonspor	Hearts
Last five matches	4W, 0D, 1L	1W, 2D, 2L
Goals scored	13	9
Goals conceded	3	11
Clean sheets	3	1
Both teams scored	1/5	4/5
Games over 2.5 goals	3/5	3/5
Conference League opener	4-2 vs KuPS	1-1 vs Nordsjælland
Latest domestic result	2-0 vs Beşiktaş	1-7 vs Celtic
Days between matches	3	4

Trabzonspor’s defensive record is considerably stronger, with three clean sheets in their last five matches. Hearts have conceded 11 goals over the same period, although seven came in the Celtic defeat. The hosts have also scored at least twice in each of their four consecutive victories, giving them a clear attacking advantage.

Tactical Analysis: Where Could the Match Be Won?

The central question is whether Hearts can contain Trabzonspor’s movement in attack without leaving the spaces that Celtic exploited so ruthlessly on Sunday.

Trabzonspor’s attacking momentum: Thirteen goals in four victories underline their confidence. Salah’s movement and the supporting runs of Trabzonspor’s forwards could stretch an already vulnerable Hearts defence.
Hearts’ defensive organisation: Vrancken’s aggressive pressing approach failed badly against Celtic. A more compact defensive shape may be necessary to prevent Trabzonspor finding space behind the back line.
Home advantage: Papara Park has already witnessed convincing victories against Galatasaray and Beşiktaş. Trabzonspor will expect to control possession and apply pressure from the opening minutes.
Recovery and squad availability: Trabzonspor played on Monday, while Hearts have had an extra day since facing Celtic. However, the visitors must also manage a difficult trip to Turkey and several injury concerns.
Goals and handicap markets: Hearts have conceded 11 goals in five matches, while Trabzonspor have repeatedly won by comfortable margins. The -1.5 handicap becomes particularly interesting if the hosts score early.
Betting value: Trabzonspor’s 3/10 price reflects their superiority on current form. It is a relatively short return, making the handicap at 9/10 an alternative for bettors expecting a decisive victory.

My main prediction is Trabzonspor to Win at 3/10 (coefficient 1.30). Their attacking form, home advantage and stronger defensive performances make them the more reliable selection against a Hearts side struggling for consistency.

Trabzonspor vs Hearts Betting Odds

Trabzonspor are strong favourites after four consecutive victories, while Hearts face a difficult task following their defensive collapse against Celtic.

Full-time result	Odds
Trabzonspor win	3/10
Draw	4/1
Hearts win	7/1

Alternative Betting Odds for Trabzonspor v. Hearts

The goals and handicap markets offer different ways to approach this fixture. Trabzonspor’s recent scoring record makes a comfortable home victory a realistic possibility.

Alternative market	Odds
Over 2.5 goals	4/9
Both teams to score – Yes	8/11
Trabzonspor -1.5 Asian handicap	9/10

Indicative pre-match prices checked on 22 October 2026. Odds can change before kick-off.

Trabzonspor vs Hearts Predictions

Beni

The conservative one

Trabzonspor to Win

Odds 3/10

I'm keeping this simple. Four straight wins, 13 goals scored and clean sheets against Galatasaray and Beşiktaş tell me Trabzonspor are in excellent shape. Hearts have enough quality to compete, but at Papara Park, I trust the hosts to finish the job.

Beto

The bold one

Trabzonspor -1.5 Asian Handicap

Odds 9/10

I'm backing Trabzonspor to turn up the heat. Hearts were torn apart at Celtic Park, and this home attack is absolutely flying. If Salah finds his rhythm early, I can see the hosts pulling clear. A two-goal winning margin looks well within reach.

Trabzonspor to Win

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