Turkish Super Lig, 1st Lig enter 4th week with high-stakes matches
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The Trendyol Super Lig and Trendyol 1. Lig enter their fourth week of competition, with several critical matches scheduled for this weekend. Fans and analysts are closely watching as teams aim to secure early-season points.
The weekend’s most anticipated match in the Turkish Super Lig is Fenerbahce’s home game against Alanyaspor at Sukru Saracoglu Stadium. Fenerbahce, currently leading the league, seeks to maintain their unbeaten record. After a commanding 5-0 victory over Caykur Rizespor last week, Fenerbahce enters this match with confidence.
Brazilian midfielder Fred, who scored a hat trick in the previous game, and Edin Dzeko, who has scored in three consecutive matches, are expected to lead the attack. Fenerbahce looks to keep the momentum going and avoid a repeat of the last encounter against Alanyaspor, which ended in a draw.
Alanyaspor, in contrast, has struggled with two draws and one loss in their first three matches of the Turkish Super Lig. The team desperately needs a win to move away from the relegation zone. Fatih Tekke, Alanyaspor’s head coach, has yet to secure a win this season, making their upcoming match against Fenerbahce crucial as they aim to climb the standings and secure valuable points.
Other key matches in the Turkish Super Lig include Galatasaray’s visit to Adana Demirspor and Besiktas hosting Sivasspor at Tupras Stadium. Galatasaray, coming off a mixed start to the season, aims to collect valuable points to stay within reach of the league leaders. Besiktas, after a disappointing start, is looking for a win to regain their footing in the league.
Below is the detailed match schedule for the Turkish Super Lig’s fourth week:
Turkish Super Lig schedule for 4th week
| Date | Time (TRT) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 August 2024 | 21:00 | Fenerbahce vs. Alanyaspor | Sukru Saracoglu Stadium |
| 31 August 2024 | 19:15 | Caykur Rizespor vs. Kasimpasa | Caykur Didi Stadium |
| 19:15 | TUMOSAN Konyaspor vs. Bellona Kayserispor | Medas Konya Buyuksehir | |
| 21:45 | Adana Demirspor vs. Galatasaray | Yeni Adana Stadium | |
| 21:45 | Goztepe vs. Sipay Bodrum FK | Gursel Aksel Stadium | |
| 1 September 2024 | 19:15 | ikas Eyupspor vs. Trabzonspor | Recep Tayyip Erdogan Stadium |
| 19:15 | RAMS Basaksehir vs. Antalyaspor | Basaksehir Fatih Terim Stadium | |
| 21:45 | Besiktas vs. Net Global Sivasspor | Tupras Stadium | |
| 21:45 | Atakas Hatayspor vs. Samsunspor | Mersin Stadium |
In the 1. Lig, the match between Goztepe and Sipay Bodrum FK is drawing attention. Both teams were promoted to the Super Lig this season and are eager to establish themselves. However, Goztepe will play this match behind closed doors due to a penalty from the Turkish Football Federation.
Despite this setback, Goztepe is determined to secure their first win after three consecutive draws. Sipay Bodrum FK, who achieved their first victory last week, is looking to continue their upward trajectory.
The detailed match schedule for the 1. Lig’s fourth week is as follows:
Turkish 1st Lig schedule (4th week)
| Date | Time (TRT) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 30, 2024 | 9 p.m. | Esenler Erokspor vs. Genclerbirligi | Esenler Erokspor Stadium |
| 9 p.m. | Manisa FK vs. Adanaspor | Manisa 19 Mayis Stadium | |
| Aug. 31, 2024 | 5 p.m. | Ankara Keciorengucu vs. Boluspor | Aktepe Stadium |
| 7:15 p.m. | Central Hospital Umraniyespor vs. Fatih Karagumruk | Spoint Insaat Umraniyespor Stadium | |
| 9:45 p.m. | Ahlatci Corum FK vs. Sakaryaspor | Corum Sehir Stadium | |
| 9:45 p.m. | Sanliurfaspor vs. Teksut Bandirmaspor | 11 Nisan Stadium | |
| Sept. 1, 2024 | 7:15 p.m. | Erzurumspor FK vs. Yeni Malatyaspor | Erzurum Kazim Karabekir Stadium |
| 7:15 p.m. | MKE Ankaragucu vs. Ugur Okullari Istanbulspor | Eryaman Stadium | |
| 9:45 p.m. | Siltas Yapi Pendikspor vs. Alagoz Holding Igdir FK | Pendik Stadium | |
| Sept. 2, 2024 | 9 p.m. | Amed Sportif Faaliyetler vs. Kocaelispor | 11 Nisan Stadium |
This weekend’s matches could significantly impact the standings in both leagues. The action kicks off with Fenerbahce’s clash against Alanyaspor on Friday night, setting the stage for an intense weekend of football in Türkiye.
