Kasımpaşa's 10-Man Stand: Denying Fenerbahçe Victory
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 59/100. A numerical disadvantage failed to break Kasımpaşa's resolve, as they forced Fenerbahçe to settle for a draw in a match where early dominance crumbled under late-game Intensity.
Asensio's Lightning Strike
Fenerbahçe seized the initiative with ruthless efficiency. Marco Asensio capitalised on Kerem Aktürkoğlu's third-minute delivery to put the visitors ahead. The early goal carried real Stakes: a title-chasing side (third place, 12 points from six games) stamped authority on a struggling opponent. Yet Kasımpaşa's possession deficit—34% to Fenerbahçe's 66%—masked their defensive solidity.
Red Card Turns the Tide
The match's turning point arrived at the stroke of half-time. Cafu received a red card for violent conduct (VAR upgrade from a 44th-minute yellow), reducing Kasımpaşa to 10 men. Yet the numerical advantage failed to translate into control. Haris Hajradinović, Kasımpaşa's standout performer (7.6 rating), seized M. Ben Ouanes's 64th-minute assist to level the score and puncture Fenerbahçe's narrative.
Dominance Undone
Twenty-six shots and 13 corners underlined Fenerbahçe's territorial Balance. Yet Milan Škriniar's commanding defensive display—matched by Godfried Frimpong's resilience—held firm. The lead changed twice; Kasımpaşa's draw halted a three-match losing streak but leaves them 13th. Fenerbahçe's dropped points in a title race now sting harder.
Key Questions
How did Cafu's red card reshape the match?
Despite numerical advantage, Fenerbahçe failed to impose control. Kasımpaşa's 10-man resilience forced a draw, flipping momentum decisively in the final 45 minutes.
What does this draw mean for Kasımpaşa's season?
A point halts their three-match losing streak but leaves them 13th with 5 points. The relegation battle intensifies; they need consistent wins to climb clear.
Why is this match rated 59/100?
Our Futmetrix algorithm analyzed intensity, balance, and stakes. The final score of 59/100 places this match in the "Worth Watching" category.
