ISTANBUL, TURKIYE – MAY 04: Gedson Fernandes (83) of Besiktas celebrates a goal with his team matesduring the Turkish Super Lig Week 34 match between Fenerbahce and Besiktas at Ulker Stadium in Istanbul, Turkiye, on May 04, 2025. ( Ahmet Okatal? – Anadolu Agency )
May 04, 2025 09:20 PM GMT+03:00
Besiktas claimed a crucial 1-0 victory over Fenerbahce in the 34th round of the Turkish Super Lig, marking the first time in 20 years the Black Eagles have defeated their rivals both home and away in a single season.
Besiktas’ Gedson Fernandes redeemed himself after missing an earlier penalty, netting the winning goal in the 44th minute following a defensive lapse by Fenerbahce’s Mert Muldur.
ISTANBUL, TURKIYE – MAY 04: Gedson Fernandes (83) of Besiktas celebrates a goal with his team matesduring the Turkish Super Lig Week 34 match between Fenerbahce and Besiktas at Ulker Stadium in Istanbul, Turkiye, on May 04, 2025. ( Ahmet Okatal? – Anadolu Agency )
Meanwhile, Besiktas goalkeeper Mert Gunok starred with eight decisive saves, denying multiple close-range efforts from Anderson Talisca and Edin Dzeko.
ISTANBUL, TURKIYE – MAY 04: Gedson Fernandes (83) of Besiktas celebrates a goal with his team matesduring the Turkish Super Lig Week 34 match between Fenerbahce and Besiktas at Ulker Stadium in Istanbul, Turkiye, on May 04, 2025. ( Ahmet Okatal? – Anadolu Agency )
The defeat dealt a serious blow to Fenerbahce’s championship hopes, as the team now trails league leader Galatasaray by eight points with four matches remaining, making a late title comeback highly unlikely.
Meanwhile, Besiktas climbs to 55 points, strengthening its hold in the race for third place.
May 04, 2025 09:27 PM GMT+03:00
