Turkish Super League 2025/26 Season

[Mayor of ogba]

Coming out of the Champions League tempo should be beneficial at this stage... Five of their remaining eight matches in super league are away from home. They will be facing significant absences during this period but if they win the next two matches, they will enter the final six weeks with a strong advantage.

While Galatasaray were still a part of the Champions League they had to deal with a really tight schedule. This was creating an opportunity for their closest opponents in the Super League to drop the gap more.

But from now on they are out of it so they will be able to fully concentrate on the domestic league. But they are going to be deprived of Osimhen for many weeks. I hope they lose points for a few times in a row and Fenerbahçe benefit from it.

Yes, when Galatasaray were still playing in the Champions League they deal with tight schedule which at some point made them to drop points, that was when they played against Juventus away from home. Even though Galatasaray tight schedule made them to drop points and create opportunity for Fenerbahçe the closest opponent in the Turkish Super League table to close the gap more and mount pressure on Galatasaray, they couldn't seize the opportunity, and since Liverpool knocked out Galatasaray of the Champions League, Fenerbahçe won't see another opportunity to close the gap more. Victor Osimhen is an important player for Galatasaray but Galatasaray has won couple of matches in the absence of Victor Osimhen. So I think Victor Osimhen not being with Galatasaray for some weeks won't make them to lose points in a row.

[mvdheuvel1983]

We had high hopes for Galatasaray, the only team in the Turkish Super League, that they would reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League and surpass Liverpool. However, everyone enjoys the terrible performance of this team consistently only in the Turkish league but they become very nervous when they travel, as a result they produced the most disrespectful and reprehensible performance in the second leg of the Champions League Round of 16 away match against Liverpool. Liverpool were in the quarter-finals of the Champions League having shown the most dominance against Turkish clubs, but I believed that Galatasaray would be in that position.

After successfully eliminating Juventus I had thought that Galatasaray would make to the quarter finals even have beaten Liverpool in the first leg but unfortunately Liverpool played better than Galatasaray in the second leg and scored more goals, Galatasaray wasn't proactive in the second leg at all and that's why Liverpool got the best of them, perhaps they might get better next season, for now they have done their best to have reached this level .

Galatasaray doesn't have much experience in the champions League if not after their first leg win against Liverpool they would have been more prepared ahead of time before travelling to England for the second leg, they were lucky to defeat Juventus but against Liverpool in the second leg Liverpool players didn't allow Victor Oshimen to have any space to make an attempt, when the Liverpool players successfully injured Victor Oshimen the whole team could not do much again Liverpool took over the game and scored goals to send them back him. Turkish teams needs to do better in the champions League and Galatasaray being the best team in the league now needs to start preparing hard because next season they need to cross the quarter final stage.

[Lida93]

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Galatasaray doesn't have much experience in the champions League if not after their first leg win against Liverpool they would have been more prepared ahead of time before travelling to England for the second leg, they were lucky to defeat Juventus but against Liverpool in the second leg Liverpool players didn't allow Victor Oshimen to have any space to make an attempt, when the Liverpool players successfully injured Victor Oshimen the whole team could not do much again Liverpool took over the game and scored goals to send them back him. Turkish teams needs to do better in the champions League and Galatasaray being the best team in the league now needs to start preparing hard because next season they need to cross the quarter final stage.

Obviously Galatasaray have shown how inexperienced and inefficient they can be when the competition gets tougher than expected, am not really surprised that they eliminated Juventus because the Italian side also have their own issue this season considering how much they have struggled in all competitions, Liverpool played with much intensity against Galatasaray and overpowered them, being the best team in Turkey, I had expected more from them.

[CLS63]

Fenerbahçe needs to make changes in their transfer strategies. For example it makes no sense to pay Kante €11m per year. He is a defensive midfielder and we don't have such an insane budget to spend a high amount for that position.

If we also spent such amount or more for an attacker like Osimhen instead then I wouldn't be against it. Look at Osimhen now. He is really carrying Galatasaray to championships here. We don't have such a striker unfortunately.

[$weetne$$]

Galatasaray will most likely win this race. I think they will be champions again this year, just like in previous years. Their squad quality sets them apart from the others. They have a more balanced and higher-quality team. Osimhen, in particular, has earned Galatasaray points in many crucial matches. They are very lucky to have a player like him. Mauro Icardi, a magnificent player from last year, is a reserve this year. We can understand the team's quality from this example alone.

Clearly the performance of Galatasaray has always suggested they are winning this season, especially now that they are out of the champions league and are channelling all their energy to their domestic league title, the chances are just too high for them. Currently they have Osimhen injured but he will be back soon amd may join the team before the end of the season, and there is this confidence they do get when they have him around, which is a morale booster for them, it is going  to be a good season for them.

[Uhde]

Fenerbahçe needs to make changes in their transfer strategies. For example it makes no sense to pay Kante €11m per year. He is a defensive midfielder and we don't have such an insane budget to spend a high amount for that position.

If we also spent such amount or more for an attacker like Osimhen instead then I wouldn't be against it. Look at Osimhen now. He is really carrying Galatasaray to championships here. We don't have such a striker unfortunately.

I keep thinking about it and i still can't wrap my head around why Fenerbahçe needs Kante when there are so many other gaps in the squad...
By bringing him in, you’re not only sacrificing aggression but you're also forced to bench at least one of your key players. And if you try to keep everyone happy, you end up with a horrific midfield like Ismael-Fred-Gündüz-Kante, only to get thrashed by the worst team in the league...

[Distraction]

There are going to be 2 big matches next week in the league after the international break ends.

• Trabzonspor - Galatasaray
• Fenerbahçe - Beşiktaş

If Galatasaray play without Osimhen which is the most likely scenario then I see their chance of winning much lower. He is doing the half of the work at the team in the end.

In the other derby match I wonder if Beşiktaş will be able to have revenge on Fenerbahçe. In their previous match you know how Beşiktaş missed a chance because of getting a red card.

[Uhde]

There are going to be 2 big matches next week in the league after the international break ends.

• Trabzonspor - Galatasaray
• Fenerbahçe - Beşiktaş

If Galatasaray play without Osimhen which is the most likely scenario then I see their chance of winning much lower. He is doing the half of the work at the team in the end.

In the other derby match I wonder if Beşiktaş will be able to have revenge on Fenerbahçe. In their previous match you know how Beşiktaş missed a chance because of getting a red card.

If GS drops points and Fenerbahçe manages to beat Beşiktaş next day especially with their squad back to full strength it might just breathe new life into the championship race. I hope so it would definitely make the league more exciting.

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There are going to be 2 big matches next week in the league after the international break ends.

• Trabzonspor - Galatasaray
• Fenerbahçe - Beşiktaş

both galatasaray and fenerbahçe face a challenging schedule ahead. it won’t be easy for either side. fenerbahçe managed to beat trabzonspor in the second half of the season, while galatasaray defeated beşiktaş. now their opponents have changed, and all four teams on the list are desperate for a win. galatasaray’s situation without osimhen looks tough, and his return is not guaranteed. fenerbahçe, meanwhile, will face beşiktaş, a team that will place even greater importance on this match after losing to galatasaray. beşiktaş generally manages to take points from either galatasaray or fenerbahçe every season.

[karabiber]

There are going to be 2 big matches next week in the league after the international break ends.

• Trabzonspor - Galatasaray
• Fenerbahçe - Beşiktaş

If Galatasaray play without Osimhen which is the most likely scenario then I see their chance of winning much lower. He is doing the half of the work at the team in the end.

In the other derby match I wonder if Beşiktaş will be able to have revenge on Fenerbahçe. In their previous match you know how Beşiktaş missed a chance because of getting a red card.

Osimhen’s injury suggests that Galatasaray will struggle against Trabzonspor. Without Osimhen, Galatasaray’s offense becomes mediocre. Additionally, there are reports that Icardi hasn’t been participating in training. Trabzonspor, meanwhile, has a key absence, Oulia. He received a controversial card, resulting in a suspension for the derby, and was visibly upset, even shedding tears as he left the field. This situation alone ensures Trabzonspor will be extra motivated for this match.

At Fenerbahçe, the situation is complicated. The point gap with the leader has widened again, and if injured players aren’t ready for the derby against Beşiktaş, this match will be a tough one for Fenerbahçe. The likelihood of Fenerbahçe making a mistake at home is low, but the absence of key players will be a decisive factor in this match.

[MK-74]

There are going to be 2 big matches next week in the league after the international break ends.

• Trabzonspor - Galatasaray
• Fenerbahçe - Beşiktaş

If Galatasaray play without Osimhen which is the most likely scenario then I see their chance of winning much lower. He is doing the half of the work at the team in the end.

In the other derby match I wonder if Beşiktaş will be able to have revenge on Fenerbahçe. In their previous match you know how Beşiktaş missed a chance because of getting a red card.

These matches are very important for Trabzonspor and Fenerbahçe.
The results of these matches will determine whether they are still in the title race or not.

If Trabzonspor want to show they are still in the title race, they must definitely win.
Likewise, if Fenerbahçe want to prove they are still contenders for the championship, they must also win.

Neither match will be easy, they will be tough games and will play a key role in shaping the league standings.

[Mayor of ogba]

There are going to be 2 big matches next week in the league after the international break ends.

• Trabzonspor - Galatasaray
• Fenerbahçe - Beşiktaş

If Galatasaray play without Osimhen which is the most likely scenario then I see their chance of winning much lower. He is doing the half of the work at the team in the end.

In the other derby match I wonder if Beşiktaş will be able to have revenge on Fenerbahçe. In their previous match you know how Beşiktaş missed a chance because of getting a red card.

The two matches you mentioned above are big matches, and it's even difficult to predict the outcome of the matches since the teams that are playing against each other almost have the same strength. If Galatasaray play with Victor Osimhen they will have a big advantage in the match but if they play without Victor Osimhen, I believe they will do just fine in the match as they have other players who can step in for the team in the absence of Victor Osimhen.

[Slow death]

Fenerbahçe needs to make changes in their transfer strategies. For example it makes no sense to pay Kante €11m per year. He is a defensive midfielder and we don't have such an insane budget to spend a high amount for that position.

If we also spent such amount or more for an attacker like Osimhen instead then I wouldn't be against it. Look at Osimhen now. He is really carrying Galatasaray to championships here. We don't have such a striker unfortunately.

I've been saying this constantly, Fenerbahçe's problem is the consistently poor signings they make. It's unbelievable how they make the same mistakes every season and don't learn from Galatasaray. They signed Anderson Talisca from the Saudi league. I know he's a good player who played 24 games for Fenerbahçe and scored 13 goals, but I believe they could have signed a better player, someone who really motivates the team and decides games, a very skillful player who would serve as a reference for his teammates.

But Fenerbahçe's management doesn't have that long-term vision. They just keep spending money on players who might perform well for one season but then decline in subsequent seasons. Anderson Talisca is 32 years old and in the coming years his physical condition and performance will start to decline significantly.

I honestly don't understand how the Fenerbahçe management are thinking. Galatasaray signed Victor Osimhen, who has high skills and is only 27 years old, he can at least help the team for another 6 years. Meanwhile, Fenerbahçe keeps signing N'Golo Kanté, who is 35 years old ( he's old ), and Anderson Talisca, who is 32 years old ( he's old ).

[yslyv]

Fenerbahçe needs to make changes in their transfer strategies. For example it makes no sense to pay Kante €11m per year. He is a defensive midfielder and we don't have such an insane budget to spend a high amount for that position.

If we also spent such amount or more for an attacker like Osimhen instead then I wouldn't be against it. Look at Osimhen now. He is really carrying Galatasaray to championships here. We don't have such a striker unfortunately.

I've been saying this constantly, Fenerbahçe's problem is the consistently poor signings they make. It's unbelievable how they make the same mistakes every season and don't learn from Galatasaray. They signed Anderson Talisca from the Saudi league. I know he's a good player who played 24 games for Fenerbahçe and scored 13 goals, but I believe they could have signed a better player, someone who really motivates the team and decides games, a very skillful player who would serve as a reference for his teammates.

But Fenerbahçe's management doesn't have that long-term vision. They just keep spending money on players who might perform well for one season but then decline in subsequent seasons. Anderson Talisca is 32 years old and in the coming years his physical condition and performance will start to decline significantly.

I honestly don't understand how the Fenerbahçe management are thinking. Galatasaray signed Victor Osimhen, who has high skills and is only 27 years old, he can at least help the team for another 6 years. Meanwhile, Fenerbahçe keeps signing N'Golo Kanté, who is 35 years old ( he's old ), and Anderson Talisca, who is 32 years old ( he's old ).

Fenerbahçe is a club with zero planning. their only concern is saving the day. I checked from internet. they have made 192 transfers in the last 12 years. During this period, they’ve spent an average of €500 million on transfer fees alone. When you factor in salaries, the figure reaches approximately €1.5 billion. If you include signing bonuses, taxes, and loan fees, you’re looking at an unfathomable €2 billion...
If they had simply sacrificed two seasons to rebuild, they would likely have won at least 2 or 3 championships in those 12 years.
But instead, they will probably make at least 10 more transfers this summer, spend another €150 million and inevitably blow up once again.

[$weetne$$]

If GS drops points and Fenerbahçe manages to beat Beşiktaş next day especially with their squad back to full strength it might just breathe new life into the championship race. I hope so it would definitely make the league more exciting.

It is very much likely Galatasaray will not want to loose points at this time knowing how risky it will be for them, they will want to do their best to maintain their position even in the absence of osimhen, but i will really love to see that excitement that close gap would bring to the league if it eventually happens.

[Uhde]

If GS drops points and Fenerbahçe manages to beat Beşiktaş next day especially with their squad back to full strength it might just breathe new life into the championship race. I hope so it would definitely make the league more exciting.

It is very much likely Galatasaray will not want to loose points at this time knowing how risky it will be for them, they will want to do their best to maintain their position even in the absence of osimhen, but i will really love to see that excitement that close gap would bring to the league if it eventually happens.

If Trabzon and Fenerbahçe win, the points gap closes and all three teams will fight for the title. and the championship race will be reignited for both teams.
If Beşiktaş and Galatasaray win the title race is over but the battle for 2nd and 3rd place might get absolutely insane. 

[ILuckyGuyI]

We are out of the CL after a big defeat vs Liverpool. Now it's time to completely focus on the Super League title...

The Trabzonspor game ahead is one of the toughest fixtures of the season. We'll lack Osimhen in this game most probably unless there is a miracle. This would make us weaker in offense.

But I hope we don't lose the game at least. Our competitor is in a great form lately. I don't think we can beat them without him. 

[xzone]

If GS drops points and Fenerbahçe manages to beat Beşiktaş next day especially with their squad back to full strength it might just breathe new life into the championship race. I hope so it would definitely make the league more exciting.

It is very much likely Galatasaray will not want to loose points at this time knowing how risky it will be for them, they will want to do their best to maintain their position even in the absence of osimhen, but i will really love to see that excitement that close gap would bring to the league if it eventually happens.

If Trabzon and Fenerbahçe win, the points gap closes and all three teams will fight for the title. and the championship race will be reignited for both teams.
If Beşiktaş and Galatasaray win the title race is over but the battle for 2nd and 3rd place might get absolutely insane. 

I would like to see Trabzonspor win; a league where the fight continues until the final weeks would be truly enjoyable. If Galatasaray wins this match, then the remaining weeks will lose all their excitement. Of course, Fenerbahçe also needs to avoid dropping points.
In recent years, they've lost points in such easy matches and fallen behind in the championship race that I have no confidence in Fenerbahçe in this regard

[Uhde]

If GS drops points and Fenerbahçe manages to beat Beşiktaş next day especially with their squad back to full strength it might just breathe new life into the championship race. I hope so it would definitely make the league more exciting.

It is very much likely Galatasaray will not want to loose points at this time knowing how risky it will be for them, they will want to do their best to maintain their position even in the absence of osimhen, but i will really love to see that excitement that close gap would bring to the league if it eventually happens.

If Trabzon and Fenerbahçe win, the points gap closes and all three teams will fight for the title. and the championship race will be reignited for both teams.
If Beşiktaş and Galatasaray win the title race is over but the battle for 2nd and 3rd place might get absolutely insane. 

I would like to see Trabzonspor win; a league where the fight continues until the final weeks would be truly enjoyable. If Galatasaray wins this match, then the remaining weeks will lose all their excitement. Of course, Fenerbahçe also needs to avoid dropping points.
In recent years, they've lost points in such easy matches and fallen behind in the championship race that I have no confidence in Fenerbahçe in this regard

In my opinion, Galatasaray stands out from the other teams with their quality of play and they are the team that deserves the championship the most. But like you said, I’d also like to see them lose this week so we can watch a more competitive and entertaining end to the season.

[el kaka22]

Osimhen is of course a great player, he ls half the team, and it shows on value too, that dude is worth 75 million euro, and resto f the squad combined makes like 150 million at best, at least the ones on the field, probably less. So it's clear that he means a lot.

But to beat a team from turkey, Galatasaray should not need him, they have Icardi, that dude was top scorer in the league a few years ago, and scored bunch of goals this season too, they should be able to do fine with him. Not saying they will, just saying in theory that should be more than enough. I know Icardi is older now, and I have seen some news about him getting a divorce or something, so I understand, but that doesn't mean he won't be ready, I am sure he will be ready.