Galatasaray delivered a commanding performance at Rams Park on February 13, 2026, overwhelming ikas Eyüpspor 5-1 in the 22nd week of the Trendyol Süper Lig. The Lions, led by an inspired Mauro Icardi hat-trick, showcased their title credentials, leaving little doubt about their dominance at the top of the table. The victory not only extended Galatasaray’s lead in the league but also underscored the gulf in class between the two sides on a chilly Istanbul evening.
The match, refereed by Çağdaş Altay, kicked off with a bang. Barely two minutes had elapsed when Yunus Akgün, latching onto a pinpoint cross from Osimhen, rose above the defense and thundered a header into the net. The home fans erupted—Galatasaray had set the tone early, signaling their intent to keep the pressure on the chasing pack in the title race.
Eyüpspor, threatened by relegation and desperate for points, nearly found an immediate response. In the 7th minute, a rare mistake from Akgün gifted Umut Bozok a golden opportunity. Yet, Galatasaray’s keeper Uğurcan Çakır stood tall, denying Bozok with a sharp save and preserving the slender lead. It was a moment that could have changed the narrative, but the Lions held firm.
As the first half unfolded, Galatasaray’s attacking trio of Osimhen, Lang, and Icardi kept probing for weaknesses. The 21st minute saw Osimhen break through the defense, only for Eyüpspor’s Onguene to clear his effort off the line. Moments later, Icardi unleashed a fierce drive from outside the box, forcing Eyüpspor’s keeper Jankat Yılmaz into a sprawling save.
Galatasaray’s persistence paid off in the 33rd minute. Noa Lang’s surging run and shot from the left forced a parry from Jankat, but Icardi was quickest to react, slotting home from close range to double the advantage. The Argentine striker, already a fan favorite, was just getting started.
Eyüpspor’s night turned from difficult to disastrous in the 38th minute. Bedirhan Özyurt, caught out in midfield, conceded possession to Yunus Akgün and, in a desperate attempt to recover, brought him down from behind. Referee Çağdaş Altay had no hesitation, showing a straight red card for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity. Down to 10 men, Eyüpspor’s uphill battle became a mountain.
Galatasaray closed out the first half with a comfortable 2-0 lead, but they weren’t done yet. Just three minutes into the second half, Osimhen pounced on a misplaced pass from Onguene and, after drawing Jankat out, squared the ball for Icardi. The Argentine made no mistake, his shot deflecting off the goalkeeper’s leg and nestling in the back of the net for 3-0.
The home side continued to press, with Asprilla and Barış Alper Yılmaz both coming close to adding to the tally. Jankat Yılmaz, despite the scoreline, produced several fine saves to keep the deficit from ballooning further. Yet, Galatasaray’s relentless pressure finally told again in the 70th minute. İlkay Gündoğan’s long ball found Barış Alper Yılmaz, whose cross was missed by Osimhen but not by Icardi. The striker completed his hat-trick, rifling the ball home from close range and sending the supporters into raptures.
Eyüpspor, to their credit, kept fighting. In the 71st minute, a rare foray forward saw Rotariu break down the right and deliver a dangerous ball into the box. After a scramble, Metehan Altunbaş poked the ball past Uğurcan Çakır, giving the visitors a brief glimmer of pride at 4-1. But any hopes of an unlikely comeback were quickly extinguished.
Galatasaray almost found a fifth in the 85th minute, only for Osimhen’s effort to be ruled out for offside. But just two minutes later, the hosts did make it 5-1. Osimhen released Singo down the right, and his low cross was inadvertently turned into his own net by Onguene. It was that kind of night for Eyüpspor—nothing seemed to go their way.
With this emphatic victory, Galatasaray increased their points tally to 55, consolidating their position at the summit of the Süper Lig. Eyüpspor, meanwhile, remained stuck on 18 points, their relegation worries deepening. The stats tell the story: Galatasaray have now scored 55 goals this season, with Icardi’s hat-trick taking his personal tally to new heights. Their defensive record remains the league’s best, having conceded just 14 goals in 22 matches.
Pre-match, Rams Park hosted a special ceremony honoring Galatasaray’s undefeated women’s judo teams and successful sailing athletes, who received plaques for their national and international triumphs. The occasion brought a festive atmosphere to the stadium, with Turkey’s National Team coach Vincenzo Montella spotted in the stands, reportedly keeping a close eye on local talents.
For Eyüpspor, the loss of Bedirhan Özyurt to suspension will only add to their woes as they prepare to host Gençlerbirliği next week. Injuries have already hampered coach Atilla Gerin’s options, with Luccas Claro and Taras Stepanenko sidelined. The visitors’ struggles on the road continued, having now lost seven away games and scored just eight goals in those fixtures.
Galatasaray’s next challenge is an away trip to Tümosan Konyaspor, where they’ll look to maintain their winning momentum. The Lions have now won four consecutive league games and, with their closest rivals trailing, the title dream looks more alive than ever. As for Eyüpspor, survival in the top flight will require a dramatic turnaround in form—and fast.
Reflecting on the match, it was a night that belonged to Icardi and Galatasaray. The home side’s attacking fluency, defensive solidity, and relentless energy left Eyüpspor with no answers. With the season entering its decisive phase, Galatasaray have thrown down the gauntlet to their rivals—and the message is clear: catch us if you can.