Sun May 04 15:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Fenerbahçe and Beşiktaş Set for Crucial Süper Lig Derby
**Istanbul, Turkey** – Fenerbahçe and Beşiktaş are set to clash in a highly anticipated Süper Lig derby this Sunday, May 4th, at 7 PM local time at Ülker Stadium. The match, to be broadcast live on beIN Sports, will see Fenerbahçe, currently second in the league, take on fourth-placed Beşiktaş. This match is crucial for both teams, as Fenerbahçe aims to close the gap on league leaders Galatasaray, while Beşiktaş hopes to maintain their strong derby record.
Fenerbahçe’s hopes face a blow with the absence of four key players: Filip Kostic (suspended), and injured trio Mert Hakan Yandaş, Sofyan Amrabat, and Allan Saint-Maximin. The participation of Mert Müldür remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Beşiktaş also faces defensive worries, with injuries to Emirhan Topçu, Gabriel Paulista, and the fitness of Felix Uduokhai still to be determined. Necip Uysal is also unlikely to feature.
This will be Fenerbahçe manager José Mourinho’s attempt at securing his first derby win this season. He’s yet to beat either Galatasaray or Beşiktaş this campaign. Conversely, Beşiktaş manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be experiencing his first Fenerbahçe derby, hoping to follow up his recent victory against Galatasaray.
The referee for the match will be Yasin Kol. Both teams have released their likely starting lineups, with notable absences due to injury and suspension impacting both sides. The match promises a thrilling encounter and a decisive moment in the race for top spots in the Süper Lig.
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