The Istanbul Derby, a title derby or a derby to get again on observe? That was the entire level of this confrontation between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe. With an distinctive second half of the season (17 wins and 1 draw), Cimbom is on the prime of the Süper Lig standings and will win the trophy right this moment within the occasion of a draw or victory. Fenerbahçe, who completely needed to win, was probably the most enterprising staff regardless of a really hostile ambiance. On a second foul on his half, Alexander Djiku was despatched off after a second yellow card (twenty second). However this exclusion didn’t upset Fener.
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With a superb Fred, the staff’s metronome, Fenerbahçe continued to be harmful. The 2 finest assaults within the championship couldn’t stay silent. From a nook, Çağlar Söyüncü managed to spoil the occasion. The Turk picked up a ball mismanaged by Fernando Muslera in entrance of the road to provide his staff the benefit (0-1, 71st). Galatasaray, who wished to maintain the draw, by no means knew the way to come again. The present leaders lose their first match since November this night, their second defeat of the season. The Istanbul Lions now not have any room for error. Now solely three factors forward of Fenerbahçe, they need to not lose subsequent week in opposition to Konyaspor. For Fener, there may be nonetheless hope. The Yellow Canaries will host Istanbulspor.
Pub. 05/19/2024 8:11 p.m. Up to date 05/20/2024 3:27 p.m.
