Eyüp's Dominance Undone: Antalya's Counter-Strike Seals the Deal
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 16/100. Eyüpspor controlled proceedings but Antalyaspor's clinical 75th-minute strike proved decisive, a gut-punch reminder that possession without precision is merely possession.
Possession Without Payoff
From the opening whistle, Eyüpspor established intensity and territorial balance, dominating 60% of the ball and forcing Antalyaspor into a reactive shape. The home side unleashed 15 attempts, 5 on target, creating a relentless barrage. Yet Antalyaspor's defence, marshalled by Bünyamin Balcı, stood firm. The defender's 7.9 rating masked a masterclass in positioning—not merely blocking but orchestrating, his assist the catalyst for the afternoon's decisive moment.
The Turning Point: Ruthless Efficiency
The 75th minute arrived like a thunderbolt. Yohan Boli collected Balcı's pass and finished with the composure of a seasoned killer. Antalyaspor's seven-shot tally (one on target) rendered Eyüp's dominance irrelevant. Ramzi Safuri, rated 7.7, anchored midfield transitions, suffocating Eyüp's creative rhythm. The stakes shifted instantly: one goal separated relegation peril from breathing room.
The Cruel Mathematics of Süper Lig
Eyüpspor's form—LLWLD across 11 matches—tells a damning story: just 8 points, 17th place, already in the mire. This defeat deepens the hole. Antalyaspor, perched 12th with 13 points, escaped the trap. Expected Goals revealed the gulf: Eyüp (1.68 xG) created chances; Antalya (0.90 xG) converted the one that mattered. In the Süper Lig's unforgiving theatre, that's the only statistic that counts.
Key Questions
Why did Eyüpspor lose despite dominating?
15 shots, 5 on target—poor conversion. Antalya punished one counter-attack ruthlessly. Possession without precision is hollow.
How did Antalya win with so few chances?
Defensive discipline, counter-transition speed, and clinical finishing. Balcı's assist, Boli's composure—one moment, three points.
Is Eyüpspor's relegation battle lost?
Eight points from 11 matches. The gap widens. Immediate turnaround essential—one more loss deepens the crisis.
Why is this match rated 16/100?
Our Futmetrix algorithm analyzed intensity, balance, and stakes. The final score of 16/100 places this match in the "Skip It" category.
