In a compelling Süper Lig encounter at the Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Stadyumu, Başakşehir secured a 2-1 victory over Eyüpspor. The match, held on a chilly afternoon in Istanbul, saw Davie Selke open the scoring in the 14th minute with a well-timed finish, assisted by Abbosbek Fayzullaev. Başakşehir's momentum continued as Eldor Shomurodov extended their lead early in the second half, solidifying their grip on the match.
Eyüpspor's Late Surge Proves Too Little, Too Late
Despite Başakşehir's dominance, Eyüpspor's determination shone through as the game progressed. Substitutions by Eyüpspor coach brought fresh energy, but it was Umut Bozok who reignited hope for the home side with a goal in the 90th minute, assisted by Ángel Torres. However, their spirited late push was not enough to overturn Başakşehir's lead.
Başakşehir's Tactical Supremacy
Başakşehir's tactical setup, a structured 4-2-3-1, allowed them to dominate ball possession with 55% and create numerous chances. Their relentless attack yielded 26 shots, 11 of which were on target, reflecting an expected goals (xG) tally of 2.91. In contrast, Eyüpspor struggled to penetrate Başakşehir's defense, managing only two shots on goal from six attempts.
Form and Future Prospects
For Eyüpspor, this result adds to a mixed run of form, having drawn three of their last five matches. Despite their recent performances, they will look to regroup and target crucial points in upcoming fixtures. Başakşehir, buoyed by their win, continues a strong streak with their robust performances, aiming to capitalize on their upward trajectory and challenge for higher positions in the league standings.
