In an exciting clash during matchday 11 of the Turkish Süper Lig at Beşiktaş Stadium, Fenerbahçe overcame a 2-0 deficit to win the Bosphorus derby 3-2. This victory boosts Domenico Tedesco's team following Galatasaray's draw against Trabzonspor.
Beşiktaş controlled the early stages of the match, taking the lead within five minutes when El Bilal Touré scored a header. The advantage was doubled in the 22nd minute by Emirhan Topçu, who capitalized on a defensive mistake from Fenerbahçe.
The momentum shifted dramatically after Orkun Kökçü was sent off in the 26th minute for a harsh tackle on Edson Álvarez. Though initially shown a yellow card, a VAR review upgraded it to a straight red, sparking frustration among fans concerned about referee credibility in Turkey.
“The VAR review determined that the corresponding penalty should have been a straight red card, which sparked anger in the stands at a time when the prestige and credibility of referees in Turkey is in question.”
Fenerbahçe's comeback highlights the unpredictability and intensity of the Bosphorus derby, reviving their league ambitions after a challenging start.
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