Beşiktaş Breaks Deadlock in Thriller: Silva's Final Blow
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 81/100. Three goal changes, goalkeeper heroics, and a last-gasp winner—this relegation-battle six-pointer proved Beşiktaş's resilience and Eyüpspor's cruel start to the season.
Penalty Sets Stage for Chaos
Eyüpspor's winless nightmare deepened when T. Abraham converted a 19th-minute penalty, putting Beşiktaş ahead. But 10 minutes later, M. Thiam's leveller proved this was no coronation. The intensity spiked—29 combined shots, 13 on target, two keepers stretched to breaking point. Marcos Felipe's seven saves were the only reason Eyüpspor stayed in the match; without them, the scoreline would've been a rout.
Paulista's Creative Touch Decides It
Beşiktaş's backline seized control. Gabriel Paulista wasn't just defending—he orchestrated. His 90th-minute assist to Rafa Silva became the turning point. Silva's finish, in the final breath of a tightly balanced contest, delivered the knockout blow. Balance shifted, stakes settled.
Eyüpspor's Resilience Meets Beşiktaş's Killer Instinct
Thirteen corners, constant set-piece pressure, every inch contested—this was a true six-pointer. Eyüpspor began their season with zero points but showed fight; Beşiktaş, controlling 54% possession and generating 2.80 xG, finally got their reward. The lead changed hands three times. The match twisted. Then, in the 90th minute, it ended. Silva's goal wasn't just a goal—it was the culmination of Beşiktaş's dominance, the punctuation mark on Eyüpspor's nightmare start, and proof that in Süper Lig, even deadlocks break in the final gasp.
Key Questions
How dramatic was Silva's 90th-minute winner?
Beşiktaş level at 1-1, Eyüpspor fighting back—then Silva struck. Paulista's assist turned it into a final-day moment.
What does this mean for Beşiktaş's season?
Two wins from two matches. Beşiktaş now on 6 points, 3rd place. Early title-race leaders with perfect form.
Why is this match rated 81/100?
Our Futmetrix algorithm analyzed intensity, balance, and stakes. The final score of 81/100 places this match in the "Highly Entertaining" category.