Besiktas Football Club is gearing up for a thrilling encounter as they face Eyüpspor on February 21, 2025, at the Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Stadium, starting at 18:00 CET. This match is pivotal for both teams as the race for top spots and European competition qualifications heats up.
Currently, Eyüpspor sits fourth on the Turkish Süper Lig table with 40 points, just two clear of fifth-placed Besiktas, who has accrued 38 points. Both teams are eager to secure the win, which could play a decisive role as the season approaches its climax. The importance of this match cannot be overstated, as the stakes for qualification to European tournaments are incredibly high.
Besiktas is coming off some positive momentum under the management of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, having accumulated seven points from the last nine available, positioning themselves firmly within the contention for the top spots.
“We want to take three points to catch up with Eyüpspor,” said Solskjaer, outlining his team's ambitions for the match. They will be aiming to continue their unbeaten streak, which currently stands at seven games, including three victories and four draws.
Eyüpspor, coached by Arda Turan, is welcoming challenges of their own. After going winless in their last two matches, they will look to regain their form, especially at home where they have been formidable. Eyüpspor’s defensive prowess has become notable this season, boasting one of the best defensive records, having only conceded 21 goals all season.
On the injury front, both teams have been dealing with absences. Besiktas will be without Bakhtiyor Zaynutdinov, Emrecan Terzi, Necip Uysal, and Gabriel Paulista due to injuries. Meanwhile, Eyüpspor faces the absence of Recep Niyaz, Leo Dubois, Fredrik Midtsjö, and Taskin Ilter, which could significantly impact their usual strategies.
Fans of Besiktas are particularly eager to see new signings like Keny Arroyo and Elan Ricardo take the pitch finally. The anticipation for these players, combined with the need for victory, injects excitement as supporters prepare to fill the stands.
“The fans are excited to see the new signings take the field,” stated the communication department of the club, reflecting the energy surrounding the home side.
Historically, Besiktas has had the upper hand against Eyüpspor, winning their last encounter 2-1 earlier this season. This history gives the visiting team additional confidence as they prepare for the upcoming challenge.
Despite the wintery predictions for Istanbul — with expectations of strong snowfall during the match — players and fans alike are geared up for what promises to be an electrifying atmosphere.
With strong stakes for both teams, this could very well be one of the most anticipated matches of the season. Besiktas hopes to leverage their experience against the spirited newcomers of Eyüpspor, making for a showdown worth watching.
The match will be broadcast live on “BeIN SPORTS 1,” ensuring fans can follow along as these two teams battle for important points at this stage of the season.