Eyüpspor and BeşIktaş Draw in a Thrilling, Action-Packed Clash
With goals from Kökçü, Bozok, Akbaba, and Ünder, both sides delivered an intense 2-2 draw defined by comebacks, grit, and an electrifying finish
Eyüpspor and Beşiktaş played out an intense and hard-fought encounter that ended in a 2-2 draw, a fair reflection of the action seen throughout the 90 minutes. The match was characterized by its high tempo, drama, and moments of high tension, with both teams trading spells of dominance and showcasing their attacking ambition
Beşiktaş struck first and struck early. Just 6 minutes in, Orkun Kökçü opened the scoring with a clinical finish from outside the box, catching the home defense off guard and momentarily silencing the crowd. The goal forced Eyüpspor to push their lines forward and take risks, leading to a more open and entertaining contest
As the minutes ticked by, the home side began to settle in and find openings. After several close calls, Eyüpspor found the equalizer in the 57th minute through Umut Bozok, who pounced on a defensive lapse to finish coolly inside the box and restore hope to his team.
The psychological boost was key. Just eight minutes later, in the 65th minute, Emre Akbaba converted a penalty awarded after a clear foul in the box. His execution was clinical, making it 2-1 and sparking euphoria in the stands as Eyüpspor hit their peak in the match.
However, Beşiktaş refused to back down. Showing both character and class, they pushed for the equalizer and found it in the 76th minute through Cengiz Ünder, who finished off a slick team move with a clinical strike to seal the final 2-2 draw.
The result left mixed feelings for both sides: Eyüpspor displayed great personality and a strong comeback spirit, while Beşiktaş stood out for their resilience and veteran experience in key moments. It was a vibrant draw that kept the excitement alive until the very final whistle.
