In a pulsating Week 16 clash of the Turkish Süper Lig, Galatasaray edged out Trabzonspor 4-3 in a thrilling encounter at RAMS Park, sealed by a dramatic last-minute own goal. The match delivered excitement from start to finish, showcasing end-to-end football and numerous twists that left fans on the edge of their seats.
Galatasaray started brightly, with Dries Mertens opening the scoring in the 8th minute after a well-worked team move. The home side doubled their lead in the 29th minute when Yunus Akgün slotted home, putting Okan Buruk’s team in control. However, Trabzonspor showed their resilience, pulling one back in the 17th minute through Ozan Tufan, who later found the net again in the 55th minute, completing his brace and leveling the match at 2-2.
Trabzonspor briefly took the lead in the 51st minute when Simon Banza headed home, turning the game on its head. Yet Galatasaray quickly responded as Michy Batshuayi converted a penalty in the 63rd minute, restoring parity in this topsy-turvy affair.
The game appeared destined for a draw until deep into stoppage time. In the 90+8th minute, Trabzonspor defender Ali Şahin Yılmaz accidentally turned the ball into his own net while trying to clear under pressure, gifting Galatasaray the win in the dying moments.
The victory was a crucial one for Galatasaray, propelling them to 41 points and solidifying their position as title contenders. Trabzonspor, under the guidance of Şenol Güneş, remained stuck at 16 points, with much work to do in the remainder of the season.
Next up for Galatasaray is a clash with Bellona Kayserispor, while Trabzonspor will aim to bounce back when they host Sipay Bodrum FK. The match will be remembered as a Süper Lig classic, highlighting both teams’ attacking prowess and the unpredictability of football.
