Kasımpaşa 1 - 1 FT Fenerbahçe

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.

Early-season, big-time title marker for Fenerbahce

Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 46/100. Fenerbahce chase a clear title statement while Kasimpasa aim to derail a giant and reshape the direction of their season.

The Setup

On 21 September 2025 in the Super Lig regular season, Kasimpasa host Fenerbahce in a fixture that feels bigger than a standard Matchweek 6. Fenerbahce are unbeaten after 14 league games, with 9 wins, 5 draws, 31 scored and just 13 conceded – numbers that scream control at both ends and keep them firmly in the title race conversation.

Kasimpasa sit 14th after 14 matches, on 13 points with 3 wins, 4 draws and 7 defeats, and a -7 goal difference. Their recent "LWLLD" run tells the story of a side that can compete in spells but struggles to put together complete performances. With both teams involved in matches that produce a healthy goal average, this has all the ingredients for an open, attacking contest in which the favourite tries to impose structure and the underdog plays with calculated risk.

Key Battle

The decisive duel should be Kasimpasa’s defensive block against Fenerbahce’s multi-layered attack. The hosts must stay compact centrally and protect the space between the lines; if they allow gaps, Fenerbahce’s rotating forwards and late runners will constantly arrive around the box. Fenerbahce, meanwhile, will look to dominate the ball, move it quickly side to side, and drag Kasimpasa’s back line out of shape before attacking the half-spaces. In transition, Kasimpasa’s best route is quick breaks down the flanks; how well Fenerbahce counter-press and how quickly their back line recovers will define whether those counters become real chances or just brief escapes from pressure.

Our Prediction

Expect Fenerbahce to dictate territory and possession, with Kasimpasa growing into the game in short bursts. An early away goal would allow Fenerbahce to control the tempo, forcing Kasimpasa to open up more after the break. As the hosts chase an equaliser, spaces should appear for Fenerbahce to punish them on counters and structured fast attacks. Kasimpasa have enough threat to get on the scoresheet, but over 90 minutes Fenerbahce’s superior Form and quality in the final third should tell. Prediction: Kasimpasa 1–3 Fenerbahce.