In an exhilarating match at the Medaş Konya Büyükşehir Stadium, Tümosan Konyaspor triumphed over Çaykur Rizespor with a score of 2-1 in the 35th week of the Trendyol Süper Lig on May 10, 2025. This victory not only marked Konyaspor's 13th win of the season but also lifted them to 46 points in the league standings, solidifying their position as a competitive force in the league.
The match started with both teams displaying a strong defensive front, leading to a goalless first half. However, the second half brought a surge of energy, with Konyaspor's Umut Nayir emerging as the star of the show. Nayir opened the scoring just two minutes into the second half, netting a header in the 47th minute from a corner taken by Guilherme. The ball deflected off Samet Akaydin before finding the back of the net, putting Konyaspor ahead 1-0.
Çaykur Rizespor, undeterred by the early setback, responded vigorously and found an equalizer in the 71st minute. Dal Varesanovic, who had been a constant threat throughout the match, scored with a well-placed shot inside the penalty area, leveling the score at 1-1. This goal was a result of a precise through ball from Taha Şahin, showcasing Rizespor's determination to fight back.
Just when it seemed Rizespor might steal a point, Konyaspor struck again. In the 77th minute, Umut Nayir scored his second goal of the match, once again using his aerial prowess to head home a cross from Uğurcan Yazğılı. This goal not only sealed the victory for Konyaspor but also highlighted Nayir's exceptional performance on the day.
Throughout the match, both teams had their chances. In the 2nd minute, Varesanovic's shot from outside the box was deflected, forcing Konyaspor's goalkeeper, Deniz Ertaş, to make a crucial save. Similarly, Konyaspor's Yusuf Erdoğan had a strong header saved by Rizespor's goalkeeper, Grbic, in the 13th minute, illustrating the competitive nature of the match.
The game's intensity was reflected in the number of yellow cards shown, with Rizespor's Mithat Pala and Alikulov, along with Konyaspor's Deniz Ertaş and Boranijasevic, all receiving cautions for their aggressive play. The officiating crew, led by referee Ozan Ergün, kept the match under control despite the high stakes.
Looking ahead, Tümosan Konyaspor will take a break next week, as they prepare for their upcoming matches and aim to build on this victory. Meanwhile, Çaykur Rizespor will look to regroup as they host Konyaspor in their next match, seeking to rebound from this defeat and improve their standing in the league.
This match served as a reminder of the unpredictability of football, where fortunes can change in the blink of an eye. With Konyaspor's victory, the race for the top spots in the Trendyol Süper Lig continues to heat up, and fans are eagerly anticipating what the next week will bring.
