Eyüpspor vs Mardin 1969

Eyüpspor's increased urgency after half-time tilted the balance. The opening 45 minutes offered little separation between a Süper Lig outfit and a 1. Lig opponent, but the quicker tempo Eyüpspor brought after the break created the space for Ülvan's 58th-minute finish. Mardin 1969 could not muster a response in open play.

Talha Ülvan (Eyüpspor) — The match-winner. His sharp movement and composed finish decided a game that looked destined for a draw. Eyüpspor's official X account highlighted his contribution as the sole goalscorer.

Eyüpspor defence — The backline, featuring a mix of established Süper Lig players and trialists, kept a clean sheet against a Mardin 1969 side that pushed for an equaliser in the final third of the game.

Mardin 1969 rearguard — The 1. Lig side's defence held Eyüpspor at bay for 57 minutes and restricted the Süper Lig team to limited clear chances, a positive sign for their upcoming campaign.

The match was a pre-season friendly played at a hotel training facility in Bolu, where both teams are conducting their summer camps. The 0-0 half-time scoreline reflected a cagey, fitness-focused opening — neither side committed numbers forward. Eyüpspor's second-half uplift produced the only goal, but the narrow margin suggests both managers prioritised minutes over result. The clean sheet will please Eyüpspor's coaching staff; Mardin 1969's ability to stay competitive for 90 minutes against a side from the division above offers encouragement for their 1. Lig campaign.

Eyüpspor, preparing for their second consecutive Süper Lig season after promotion in 2024, used this friendly as part of their Bolu camp — a standard pre-season destination for Turkish clubs. Mardin 1969, who compete in the Trendyol 1. Lig, are also based in Bolu for their pre-season programme. Both sides will play further friendlies before the Turkish league season begins in August 2026.

A routine pre-season workout decided by one moment of quality. Ülvan's goal was the only separation between two sides at different stages of their preparation. The result matters less than the minutes banked, but Eyüpspor's second-half edge and clean sheet are small positives ahead of the Süper Lig kick-off.