Besiktas triumphs 2-1 over Trabzonspor in thrilling Turkish Super Lig encounter

In a highly anticipated match of the 24th week of the Turkish Super Lig, Besiktas secured a 2-1 victory over their fierce rival Trabzonspor, staging an impressive second-half comeback.

Trabzonspor took the lead early on with a 17th-minute goal by Simon Banza, putting pressure on the home side. However, Besiktas regrouped after the break, equalizing in the 53rd minute through Rafa Silva.

The decisive moment came in the 65th minute when Trabzonspor's Arsenii Batagov scored an own goal, handing Besiktas the lead.

Photo shows Ciro Immobile (L) of Besiktas and Huseyin Turkmen (R) of Trabzonspor.

Ciro Immobile (L) of Besiktas in action against Huseyin Turkmen (R) of Trabzonspor during the Turkish Super Lig week 24 football match between Besiktas and Trabzonspor at Tupras Stadium in Istanbul, Türkiye on February 15, 2025. (AA Photo)

Victory boosts Besiktas, Trabzonspor's away struggles continue

The 2-1 win marked Besiktas' second consecutive league victory, propelling them to 5th place with 38 points.

Trabzonspor, suffering their first defeat in four matches, remains in 9th place with 29 points. Their road woes continued, with the team now winless in 11 away matches this season, tallying 6 losses and 5 draws.