In a decisive encounter on April 25, 2025, Beşiktaş triumphed over Hatayspor with a resounding 5-1 victory in the 33rd week of the Süper Lig, effectively sealing Hatayspor's fate as they became the second team to be relegated this season.
The match took place at Vodafone Park, where the home team was eager to break a three-match winless streak. Hatayspor, on the other hand, was fighting to keep their hopes alive, but their struggles continued as they faced a formidable Beşiktaş side.
The game started with Hatayspor showing early promise. In the 5th minute, Joelson nearly put them ahead with a close-range shot that just missed the target. The visitors were buoyed by this early chance, and they continued to press. Just a few minutes later, in the 19th minute, Boutobba's effort also struck the post, leaving the scoreline unchanged.
However, in a surprising turn of events, Hatayspor managed to take the lead in the 20th minute. Abdulkadir Parmak found the back of the net after a well-placed pass from Boutobba, putting the visitors ahead 1-0. This goal, while thrilling for Hatayspor fans, would be their only bright moment of the match.
Beşiktaş responded quickly. In the 36th minute, they were awarded a penalty after Rafa Silva was fouled in the box. Ciro Immobile stepped up to take the penalty and successfully converted it, leveling the score at 1-1. This goal marked the beginning of a dramatic shift in momentum.
As the second half commenced, Beşiktaş came out with renewed vigor. Just minutes into the half, they were awarded another penalty following a VAR review. Immobile once again took the responsibility and scored his second goal of the match in the 52nd minute, putting Beşiktaş ahead 2-1.
Less than a minute later, Beşiktaş extended their lead to 3-1. Rafa Silva, who had already made an impact, scored a brilliant goal, showcasing the home team's attacking prowess. The floodgates had opened, and Hatayspor struggled to keep up.
In the 59th minute, Ciro Immobile completed his hat-trick with a powerful finish, making it 4-1. The Beşiktaş fans erupted in cheers, celebrating their star forward's impressive performance. The scoring was capped off in the 78th minute when Arroyo found the net, sealing the match at 5-1.
With this victory, Beşiktaş climbed to 52 points in the league standings, ending their three-match winless run and boosting their confidence ahead of a crucial match against their arch-rivals, Fenerbahçe, next week.
For Hatayspor, the defeat was devastating. Despite their spirited start to the match, they now sit at 19 points with five matches remaining, mathematically confirming their relegation to the TFF 1. Lig next season. This marks a harsh end to a challenging campaign for a team that had only recently celebrated its promotion to the Süper Lig for the first time in the 2020-2021 season.
Hatayspor's journey in the top flight has been tumultuous, with only four wins, seven draws, and twenty losses throughout the season. As they prepare for life in the second tier, the club will look to regroup and aim for a fresh start.
The contrast between the two teams could not be more stark. Beşiktaş, with their eyes set on a strong finish to the season, will be eager to maintain their momentum, while Hatayspor must now focus on rebuilding and coming back stronger in the next campaign.
As the Süper Lig season heads toward its conclusion, the stakes are high, and each match will be critical for teams fighting for different goals. Beşiktaş's victory over Hatayspor serves as a reminder of the fierce competition in Turkish football and the unpredictability that each matchday brings.
