Match Summary
Fenerbahçe defeated İstanbulspor 6:0. The match was played in Süper Lig 2023. Goals were scored by E. Džeko 8′ (pen.), S. Szymański 15′, D. Tadić 35′, B. Osayi-Samuel 66′, S. Dursun 76′, J. King 78′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Fenerbahçe had 54% possession while İstanbulspor held 46%. Fenerbahçe had 26 shots (15 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for İstanbulspor. Expected goals: Fenerbahçe 5.80 — İstanbulspor 0.27. Fenerbahçe made 5 substitutions, İstanbulspor made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Serdar Dursun 6′).
Match Events
Key match events between Fenerbahçe and İstanbulspor — 6 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: S. Dursun
assist: D. Tadić
Match Statistics
Fenerbahçe had 54% possession against İstanbulspor's 46%. Fenerbahçe registered 26 shots (15 on target) while İstanbulspor managed 9 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 12–8.
Lineups
Fenerbahçe lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under İ. Kartal, while İstanbulspor deployed a 5-4-1 under O. Korkmaz.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Fenerbahçe is 6.95, compared to 6.73 for İstanbulspor. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Fenerbahçe's highest-rated starter is E. Džeko (7.39), while İstanbulspor's best-rated player is O. Erdoğan (6.90).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Fenerbahçe have contributed 22 goals and 5 assists this season, led by E. Džeko (21G). İstanbulspor's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Fenerbahçe deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against İstanbulspor's 5-man backline averaging 6.90. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Fenerbahçe field 4 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus İstanbulspor's 4 rated 6.56. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Fenerbahçe start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.39, compared to 1 for İstanbulspor averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 79% for Fenerbahçe and 57% for İstanbulspor. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Fenerbahçe's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for İstanbulspor. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Fenerbahçe's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: S. Szymański (26), oldest: E. Džeko (39)), while İstanbulspor average 27.0 (youngest: O. Erdoğan (27), oldest: O. Erdoğan (27)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Fenerbahçe's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 8 for İstanbulspor. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Fenerbahçe have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. İstanbulspor show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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