As the Turkish Super Lig approaches week three of the season, the fixtures scheduled for Sunday, 24 August promise to deliver high-stakes encounters with implications at both ends of the table.
Rizespor will host İstanbul Başakşehir in what could be a pivotal match for both clubs. Rizespor, struggling at the bottom of the table, will be eager to secure their first points of the season against a Başakşehir side that aims to maintain its position in the upper echelon. The visitors are currently seen as favourites, but Rizespor’s home advantage could play a crucial role.
Eyüpspor faces Alanyaspor in another match critical for both teams. Eyüpspor, newly promoted, is looking to build momentum, while Alanyaspor seeks to break free from a sluggish start. With both teams struggling for form, this clash could prove to be a tight contest.
Fenerbahçe, one of the title contenders, will take on Kocaelispor, who are fighting to avoid relegation. The hosts are expected to dominate, and their strong attacking unit makes them heavy favourites. Kocaelispor needs to tighten their defence if they are to have any chance of securing a surprise result.
Elsewhere, Galatasaray travels to Kayserispor, where they will be looking to solidify their title challenge. Beşiktaş will visit Konyaspor aiming for a positive response after a disappointing start to their campaign. Meanwhile, Trabzonspor’s clash with Antalyaspor could see both teams searching for vital points as they look to establish themselves in the league.
With all matches kicking off at the same time, fans can expect a thrilling afternoon of football that could shape both the title race and relegation battle in the weeks to come.