In a thrilling encounter on April 13, 2025, Fenerbahce triumphed over Sivasspor with a score of 3-1 in the 31st week of the Super Lig, extending their winning streak to three matches. The victory keeps Fenerbahce firmly in contention for the championship, reducing the gap to league leaders Galatasaray to just three points.
The match, held at BG Grup 4 Eylul Stadium, kicked off with both teams eager to assert their dominance. Fenerbahce struck first in the 42nd minute when Anderson Talisca found the back of the net with a stunning free-kick, giving the visitors a 1-0 lead going into halftime. This goal marked a significant moment as Talisca became the first Fenerbahce player to score a free-kick against Sivasspor since the legendary Alex de Souza.
As the second half commenced, Fenerbahce quickly doubled their advantage. Just two minutes after the restart, Dusan Tadic scored, increasing the lead to 2-0. The Serbian forward capitalized on a defensive error, finishing into an empty net after a setup from Edin Dzeko.
Sivasspor responded with determination, and in the 57th minute, Efkan Bekiroglu pulled one back with a remarkable long-range strike that beat Fenerbahce goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic, narrowing the gap to 2-1. The home crowd erupted in celebration, hoping for a comeback.
However, the match took a decisive turn in the 85th minute when Sivasspor's Radakovic received a red card for a foul on Youssef En-Nesyri, leaving his team a man down and struggling to maintain their momentum. With the numerical advantage, Fenerbahce seized the opportunity to secure their victory. In the dying moments of the match, Tadic struck again, scoring his second goal of the night in the 90th minute, assisted by Oğuz Aydın, sealing the score at 3-1.
This win propelled Fenerbahce to 71 points in the league standings, keeping them in second place, just three points behind Galatasaray, who currently lead the Super Lig with 74 points. Meanwhile, Sivasspor remained in 16th place with 31 points, a precarious position as they fight to avoid relegation.
Both teams fielded strong lineups for this crucial match. Sivasspor's starting eleven included Ali Şaşal Vural, Murat Paluli, Radakovic, Samba Camara, Uğur Çiftçi, Tolga Ciğerci, Moutoussamy, Charisis, Efkan Bekiroğlu, Bekir Turaç Böke, and Rey Manaj. Fenerbahce countered with Livakovic, Osayi-Samuel, Çağlar Söyüncü, Milan Skriniar, Mert Hakan Yandaş, Fred, Szymanski, Tadic, Allan Saint-Maximin, Anderson Talisca, and Edin Dzeko.
As the league progresses, Fenerbahce is set to host Kayserispor in their next match, while Sivasspor will travel to face Kasımpaşa. The stakes are high for both teams, with Fenerbahce aiming to continue their title chase and Sivasspor desperate to climb out of the relegation zone.
This match showcased the intensity and drama of Turkish football, with both teams displaying skill and determination. Fans can expect more thrilling encounters as the Super Lig season approaches its climax, with every point proving crucial in the battle for the championship and survival.
