“Ali Sowe gives Rizespor shock lead against run of play”
Pivotal“Talisca converts penalty to level the match for Fenerbahçe”
Pivotal“Kerem Aktürkoğlu puts Fenerbahçe ahead with clinical finish”
Pivotal“Modibo Sagnan scores dramatic equalizer in final moments”
Pivotal
Fenerbahçe
Rizespor
Outstanding performance
Fenerbahçe•MidfielderFenerbahçe squandered a commanding position in a thrilling encounter that saw them take a 2-1 lead with just four minutes remaining, only to concede a dramatic equalizer through Modibo Sagnan in the dying moments. The hosts dominated proceedings with 60% possession and 15 shots to Rizespor's 6, but found themselves trailing at halftime to Ali Sowe's opener. Talisca proved instrumental in the comeback, winning and converting a penalty before setting up Kerem Aktürkoğlu's go-ahead goal. However, Rizespor's resilience shone through as they snatched a vital point despite playing with ten men after Samet Akaydin's dismissal, leaving Fenerbahçe frustrated in their title race ambitions.
How entertaining was this match?
Second-placed Fenerbahçe host Rizespor at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium looking to maintain their title charge. The home side enters with dominant recent form and a perfect 12-match unbeaten streak against their visitors, making this a crucial opportunity to keep pace in the championship race.
