In a tightly contested Süper Lig fixture at the Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Stadyumu, Samsunspor clinched a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Kasımpaşa, courtesy of a late goal by Jaures Assoumou in the dying moments of the match. The win marks an important shift in momentum for the visitors as Kasımpaşa's struggles continue this season.
A Cagey First Half
The match began with both teams struggling to break each other's defenses, leading to a goalless first half. Kasımpaşa, playing in front of their home crowd, managed to hold a slight edge in possession, but failed to convert their dominance into significant chances. Samsunspor, disciplined at the back, absorbed pressure well, though they picked up a yellow card for Cherif Ndiaye in the 38th minute, illustrating the physical nature of the contest.
Assoumou's Late Decisive Moment
The second half gradually opened up as both sides sought a winning goal. Kasımpaşa introduced several substitutions to inject fresh energy into their attack, but it was Samsunspor who found the breakthrough. In the 90th minute, Assoumou capitalized on a crucial assist by A. Makoumbou to score the solitary goal, sealing the match in favor of the visitors.
Statistical Breakdown
Kasımpaşa had 52% of ball possession and took 11 shots, but only managed to put one on target, highlighting their inefficiency in front of goal. Samsunspor, despite having less of the ball, were more precise with their chances, taking eight shots with three on target. Their passing accuracy also stood out with 87%, a testament to their controlled play under pressure.
Looking Ahead
Kasımpaşa’s form continues to be a concern, having struggled to find victories in recent matches. Meanwhile, Samsunspor will hope to build on this hard-earned win, aiming to climb the league standings. As the season progresses, these performances could be pivotal in shaping their respective campaigns.
