In the 22nd round of the Turkish Süper Lig, Rizespor clinched a 1-0 win against Trabzonspor, putting them closer to European competition spots. The lone goal came from Dal Varesanovic in the 78th minute, assisted by Adolf Gaich, breaking the deadlock just before the end of the match.

The victory served as a recovery for Rizespor after their previous 1-2 defeat against Alanyaspor. The result propelled them to the fifth position in the league standings. On the other hand, Trabzonspor experienced their third consecutive winless game, including a 1-5 defeat to Galatasaray.