Trabzonspor Dominates Başakşehir with 3-0 Victory Under New Coach
Trabzonspor claimed a resounding 3-0 victory against Başakşehir during their Süper Lig encounter at the Başakşehir Fatih Terim Stadium on March 15, 2025. This marked the first match for Trabzonspor under their new head coach, Fatih Tekke, and marked the team’s long-awaited first away win since May 2024.
The match began with immediate tension as the teams vied for control. Trabzonspor quickly took charge, with Simon Banza scoring the opening goal just seven minutes after kickoff. Banza’s skillful shot from the right side of the field found the net, giving the visitors early momentum.
Just minutes later, Başakşehir nearly equalized when Deniz Türüç's effort struck the post, reflecting both teams’ attacking intent. Uğurcan Çakır, Trabzonspor’s goalkeeper, showcased remarkable defense, making outstanding saves throughout the match, including denying Piatek’s penalty attempt at the 59th minute after Umut Güneş was felled inside the box, resulting in the spot-kick.
Despite this, Trabzonspor maintained their lead. Following the penalty miss by Piatek, Ozan Tufan doubled Trabzonspor's advantage with a stunning strike from the left angle of the box to the far post, making the score 2-0 at the 62nd minute.
Things took a turn for the worse for Başakşehir when Deniz Türüç was shown his second yellow card after committing a foul. This left the home side with just ten men as they attempted to rally back against the visitors.
With the match nearing its conclusion, Batista Mendy sealed the game with the third goal for Trabzonspor at the 87th minute after receiving Cham's unmarked pass within the penalty area. Mendy's low drive left the keeper with little chance, confirming Trabzonspor's dominant performance.
The final whistle blew shortly after, marking the end of the match with Trabzonspor triumphing 3-0. This victory not only brought them back to winning ways following two consecutive league losses but also lifted them to 9th place with 35 points. Meanwhile, Başakşehir remains one place higher on the 8th spot with 36 points after this defeat.
Fatih Tekke, who was appointed to replace Şenol Güneş, expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, stating, “The players executed the game plan excellently, and I’m proud of the team’s resilience.”
Trabzonspor's win was particularly significant as it ended their 300-day away match drought, since they last won on the road against the same opponent on May 18, 2024. Following this match, the team faces Göztepe once the league resumes after the international break, aiming to build on this momentum.
Fans have openly celebrated this first away victory under Tekke’s management, hopeful for the prospect of renewed success. The match represented not just three points but also the beginning of what supporters hope will be a turnaround season for Trabzonspor.
On the other hand, Başakşehir will need to regroup and focus on their next match against Eyüpspor, where they look to rebound from this disappointing performance.
“We need to analyze our mistakes and work on them before our next game,” said Başakşehir’s coach, addressing the media post-match.
This exciting encounter highlighted the competitive spirit of Turkish football, with Trabzonspor reclaiming their prowess on away grounds. The dynamics of the Süper Lig continue to evolve as teams strive for glory, making each match day thrilling for fans and players alike.