Süper Lig Regular Season - 1
Gazişehir Gaziantep 0 - 3 FT Galatasaray
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
12' Kévin Rodrigues
B. A. Yilmaz 12'
E. Elmali (B. A. Yilmaz) 16'
35' ↓ S. M'Bakata ↑E. Kulasin
41' Alexandru Maxim
Davinson Sánchez 41'
Lucas Torreira 41'
Mario Lemina 42'
B. A. Yilmaz 45'
HT
46' ↓ C. Lungoyi ↑B. Ndiaye
↓ M. Lemina ↑K. Ayhan 65'
↓ Y. Akgun ↑I. Jakobs 66'
↓ L. Torreira ↑B. Kutlu 66'
↓ D. Sanchez ↑A. Unyay 66'
67' ↓ A. Maxim ↑S. Dioudis
↓ E. Elmali ↑N. Zaniolo 73'
79' ↓ D. Sorescu ↑M. Cihan
79' ↓ E. Boateng ↑O. Ozcicek
Abdülkerim Bardakcı 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Gazişehir Gaziantep
Goalkeepers
M. Bozan 
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
Mistake
0
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.5
Rating
Defenders
S. M'Bakata 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
35
Entry
M. Abena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Kizildag
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Rodrigues
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
Mistake
0
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.6
Rating
Midfielders
J. Bacuna
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
Mistake
0
Mistake
3
Fouls
5.7
Rating
K. Kozlowski 
PROVOCATEUR
6
Fouls Won
6
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
D. Sorescu
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
A. Maxim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
C. Lungoyi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
E. Boateng
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
BENCH
S. Dioudis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Guler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Ndiaye
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
M. Cihan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Ozcicek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Gunes
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
K. E. Bulgulu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. O. Kalin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Kulasin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Basyigit
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Galatasaray
Goalkeepers
G. Guvenc
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
R. Sallai
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
D. Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
A. Bardakci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Elmali 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
L. Torreira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
M. Lemina 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Y. Akgun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Gabriel Sara
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
L. Sane
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
B. A. Yilmaz 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
9.7
Rating
BENCH
J. Yilmaz 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Baltaci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Jakobs
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Ayhan 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
4
Duels Won
100%
Win %
E. Jelert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Unyay
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Kutlu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Zaniolo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Kutucu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Demir
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2025 | Gazişehir Gaziantep | 0 - 3 | Galatasaray | Süper Lig | Kalyon Stadyumu |
| 03/02/2025 | Gazişehir Gaziantep | 0 - 1 | Galatasaray | Süper Lig | Gaziantep Stadyumu |
| 17/09/2024 | Galatasaray | 3 - 1 | Gazişehir Gaziantep | Süper Lig | RAMS Park |
| 29/01/2024 | Galatasaray | 2 - 1 | Gazişehir Gaziantep | Süper Lig | RAMS Park |
| 02/09/2023 | Gazişehir Gaziantep | 0 - 3 | Galatasaray | Süper Lig | Kalyon Stadyumu |
| 05/03/2023 | Gazişehir Gaziantep | 0 - 3 | Galatasaray | Süper Lig | Gaziantep Stadyumu |
08/08/2025
03/02/2025
17/09/2024
29/01/2024
02/09/2023
05/03/2023
Gazişehir Gaziantep Win
Galatasaray Win
Draw
League Standings
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +33
P: 19 GD: +26
P: 20 GD: +15
P: 20 GD: +15
P: 20 GD: +10
P: 20 GD: +13
P: 20 GD: +3
P: 20 GD: -7
P: 19 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -2
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -6
P: 20 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 20 GD: -12
P: 20 GD: -12
P: 20 GD: -25
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Galatasaray Crushes Gaziantep: Dominant 3-0 Statement
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 74/100. A clinical performance from Galatasaray—built on Barış Alper Yılmaz's brace and VAR's controversial intervention—leaves Gaziantep staring at a relegation battle from day one.
Early Onslaught: Penalties and Precision
The match was decided before the half-hour mark. In the 9th minute, VAR confirmed a penalty after Roland Sallai was fouled. Three minutes later, Yılmaz stepped up and converted with ice-cold composure. The intensity was immediate. By the 16th minute, Yılmaz—operating with surgical precision—threaded a pass to Eren Elmalı, who made it 2-0 from close range. Galatasaray's dominance was suffocating: 60% possession, 15 shots to Gaziantep's 5, and an xG advantage of 2.55 to 0.14. The hosts were pinned back, offering only token resistance.
Red Card Seals the Fate
In the 64th minute, Mustafa Burak Bozan's professional handball—upgraded to red by VAR—fractured what little balance remained. Down to 10 men, Gaziantep's stakes shifted from competitive to damage control. Galatasaray punished the numerical advantage ruthlessly. At the stroke of half-time, Yılmaz buried a second penalty, his 9.7 rating reflecting a masterclass in positioning and composure. Three goals in 45 minutes; the script was already written.
Relegation Looms Large
Gaziantep's season opened with a -3 goal difference and zero points. Languishing in 17th place, they face an uphill climb. Galatasaray, perched third with a pristine start, sent a message: they are title contenders. The gulf in quality—evident in pass accuracy (89% vs. 82%), shot volume, and clinical finishing—defined this encounter.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Mustafa Burak Bozan impact the match?
The 64th-minute red card reduced Gaziantep to 10 men. Galatasaray immediately exploited the advantage, sealing the third goal via penalty. The dismissal transformed the contest into a one-sided affair.
How did VAR change this match?
VAR confirmed a penalty in the 9th minute and upgraded a yellow to red in the 64th. Both decisions favoured Galatasaray, establishing their dominance and Gaziantep's defensive collapse.
What made Barış Alper Yılmaz the Man of the Match?
Yılmaz scored twice, assisted once, and created three key passes. His 9.7 rating reflected complete control: positioning, composure, and clinical finishing defined a standout individual performance.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Galatasaray's Title Charge Meets Resistance
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 18/100. Galatasaray's pursuit of a repeat crown faces a physical test at Kalyon Stadyumu as the league leaders look to extend their gap at the top.
The Setup
The Stakes could not be higher for Galatasaray as the title race enters a crucial phase. Carrying an imperious Form into the August 08, 2025 kickoff, the visitors sit comfortably at the summit with 46 points from 19 matches. Their tactical Balance has been the envy of the Süper Lig, conceding a mere 14 goals all season while maintaining a lethal offensive output. Conversely, Gazişehir Gaziantep occupies eighth place, struggling to find consistency after a string of draws and narrow defeats. At Kalyon Stadyumu, the home side must find a way to disrupt a team that has only tasted defeat once this campaign, a tall order given the current trajectory of both squads.
Key Battle
The primary conflict revolves around the Gazişehir defensive unit attempting to cage Galatasaray's elite Stars. With V. Osimhen and L. Sané providing world-class movement and clinical finishing, the home back line will be stretched horizontally and vertically. The inclusion of W. Singo in the visitors' defensive structure further complicates matters for Gazişehir; his recovery speed and aerial dominance ensure that even if the hosts manage a counter-attack, the defensive Balance of the leaders remains intact. Without specific individual stars to mirror this quality, Gazişehir must rely on a compact mid-block to survive the initial onslaught.
Our Prediction
Expect Galatasaray to dominate possession from the opening whistle, using the width provided by Sané to isolate Gazişehir's full-backs. The visitors' Form suggests they will not struggle to break the deadlock. We anticipate a controlled performance where the league leaders secure a 3-0 victory, effectively suffocating the home side's transitions and reinforcing their status as the team to beat in this championship hunt.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes, to witness if Galatasaray can maintain their relentless pace in the title race.
What's the predicted outcome?
A comfortable 3-0 victory for the league leaders, Galatasaray.
Where are Gazişehir Gaziantep and Galatasaray in the league table?
Galatasaray are 1st with 46 points; Gazişehir are 8th with 25 points.
What is Galatasaray's current form?
Excellent, with four wins and one draw in their last five matches (WDWWW).
What does this mean for the title race?
A win further solidifies Galatasaray's lead and puts pressure on their nearest rivals.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.