Fenerbahçe SK hosted Beşiktaş in the season's first major derby at Chobani Stadium in Kadıköy on Friday, September 5, with kickoff at 8 p.m. Local time. The match served as an early test for both Istanbul giants, showcasing their summer signings in a high-pressure environment. pressreader.com first reported the story.
As reported by Hurriyet Daily News & Economic Review, the Yellow Canaries entered the derby with momentum from a 2-0 victory over Samsunspor on August 30. Having scored seven goals in their first three league matches, coach İsmail Kartal's side was working to integrate key summer arrivals like Mason Greenwood, Marco Asensio, and Kerem Aktürkoğlu. Kartal noted of the new players, "They have accepted the new system and started adapting to this way of playing, and they are enjoying it."
What was Beşiktaş's form before the derby?
The visiting Black Eagles arrived in strong spirits themselves. Beşiktaş had thrashed Çorum 6-2 on August 31, taking their league goal tally to seven. Under manager Vincenzo Italiano, the squad featured summer additions including Leandro Trossard, Salih Özcan, Dusan Vlahovic, and goalkeeper Alexander Nübel. Italiano acknowledged the occasion, stating, "It will be my first derby."
The teams' most recent league meeting was also at this venue in April, where Fenerbahçe secured a 1-0 victory with a stoppage-time penalty. That result added a layer of revenge narrative to the historic rivalry.
What other matches were played in Süper Lig Week 5?
The derby was the standout fixture of the league's fifth week. The matchweek had begun a day earlier, on September 4, with Galatasaray facing Başakşehir. On derby day itself, September 5, Erzurumspor hosted Konyaspor. A busy Saturday schedule on September 6 saw Trabzonspor welcome Gençlerbirliği, Kocaelispor play Samsunspor, Çorum face Eyüpspor, and Kasımpaşa take on Amed. The week concluded on Sunday, September 7, with matches between Rizespor and Alanyaspor, and Göztepe versus Gaziantep.
What is Fenerbahçe's current league standing?
As of September 10, Fenerbahçe SK sits in 9th place in the Süper Lig. With six points from four matches (two wins, two losses), the team's recent form reads LWWL. The Yellow Canaries have scored eight goals so far this season while conceding six, giving them a +2 goal difference. They trail league leaders Galatasaray by four points. You can follow the full league table on our standings page.
The team's injury situation is also a factor. Currently, Jayden Oosterwolde and Mattéo Guendouzi are sidelined. The latest injury updates are available on our injuries page. These absences test the squad's depth during a critical period.
When is Fenerbahçe's next fixture?
Fenerbahçe SK's next Süper Lig match is scheduled for December 6, 2026, away against Başakşehir, who are currently 12th in the table. This extended break provides an opportunity for injured players to recover and for the coaching staff to further prepare the team. The full match schedule can be viewed on our fixtures page.
