Twenty-Nine Shots, Zero Goals: A Masterclass in Wastefulness
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 14/100. With Rizespor languishing in 13th place without a goal in three matches, Başakşehir's failure to capitalise on dominance proved both teams' lack of clinical edge this season.
The Bombardment That Changed Nothing
From the opening whistle, intensity defined the evening. Combined 29 shots—Başakşehir's 15, Rizespor's 14—created a shooting gallery at both ends. Yet the scoreline remained frozen at 0-0. Başakşehir's issue: 11 of their 15 efforts came from outside the box, a sign of desperation rather than precision. Rizespor's problem ran deeper—only 4 of 14 shots found the target. In the final third, neither team possessed the killer instinct. The balance of play tilted towards Başakşehir (53% possession, 83% pass accuracy), but possession without penetration is merely a statistical footnote.
Léo Duarte's Wall Holds Firm
Léo Duarte emerged as the evening's standout performer, earning an 8.2 rating for a commanding defensive display. The Brazilian centre-back's positioning was impeccable—he anticipated danger before it materialised, shutting down Rizespor's limited attacking avenues with ruthless efficiency. Başakşehir's four saves across 10 corner kicks proved sufficient under relentless set-piece pressure. Rizespor's Taha Şahin (7.6 rating) offered resistance in defence, crafting three key passes, yet his creative contributions couldn't lift his side from the mire of goallessness.
Başakşehir Consolidates; Rizespor Sinks Deeper
For Başakşehir (9th, 5 points, 1W-2D-0L), the point extends their unbeaten start—a respectable foundation despite the lack of cutting edge. For Rizespor (13th, 2 points, 0W-2D-1L), this stalemate masks a deeper crisis: zero goals in three matches, a goal difference of -3, and a trajectory pointing towards a relegation dogfight. Berat Ayberk Özdemir's two key passes hinted at creative potential, yet Başakşehir's final pass lacked the precision to trouble the scoreboard.
Key Questions
Why did 29 shots yield zero goals?
Poor shot selection (11 from distance), resolute goalkeeping, and clinical finishing deficit plagued both teams throughout.
How did Léo Duarte dominate defensively?
His 8.2 rating reflects flawless positioning, anticipation, and clearance work under sustained attacking pressure.
What's Rizespor's biggest concern?
Zero goals in three matches signals a relegation-level crisis requiring immediate offensive reinvention.
Why is this match rated 14/100?
Our Futmetrix algorithm analyzed intensity, balance, and stakes. The final score of 14/100 places this match in the "Skip It" category.
